A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.
About Us O'Brien Ready Mix is located in Parsons, KS. We are a demanding, rewarding, and professional company. At O'Brien Ready Mix, we are committed to providing quality products and services for projects ranging from residential backyards to large highways and construction sites in Southeast Kansas, Southwest Missouri, and Northwest Arkansas. We have permanent plant sites along the Kansas, Missouri, and Arkansas state lines, with a new plant located in Gentry, Arkansas.
Our Work Environment Includes:
Growth opportunities Wellness programs Safe work environment Added benefits Paid lunch breaks Uniforms provided at no cost PTO time (does not roll over and restarts on January 1st) After 60 days: 5 days PTO 1 year: 7 days PTO 2 years: 9 days PTO 3 years: 11 days PTO 4 years: 13 days PTO 5 years: 15 days PTO Paid holidays (as long as you work the day before and after) New Year's Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Job Summary As a ready mix truck driver, you will operate a heavy diesel truck equipped with an auxiliary concrete mixer, consisting of a revolving drum to mix the concrete components during transport to delivery sites. You will be responsible for maintaining the materials in a liquid state through agitation or turning of the drum until delivery at its destination. Once on-site, you will maneuver the truck appropriately to feed the concrete mixture to designated areas with a gravity-fed chute on the back center of the truck. Job Requirements Valid Department of Transportation certified CDL Ability to pass a federal Department of Transportation drug/alcohol screening and physical Maintain a satisfactory driving record in accordance with Federal and State Motor Carrier regulations and company policy Adhere to safety requirements and procedures, including wearing required safety equipment and clothing Be at work at the appointed time, ready to start with proper safety attire and equipment Punch a time clock Work Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays Duties Maneuver truck into loading position for filling (hopper at plant) and unloading positions at customer job sites Operate mixer to produce concrete from sand, gravel, cement, and water Assemble chutes and operate levers to release concrete per customer request Clean truck after loading and after each delivery to prevent concrete from hardening in the mixer and on truck surfaces Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections Monitor truck and company equipment to ensure proper operation and professional appearance Perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks, such as adding oil, fuel, or coolant, and performing minor repairs Assist with various plant operations, such as general carpentry, maintenance, and mechanical work as needed Operate equipment, such as truck mixer controls, CB radios, mobile phones, and global positioning systems (GPS) equipment to exchange necessary information with dispatch, supervisors, and other drivers Interact with customers daily and handle payments from customers on job sites Physical Demands Moderate to strenuous work; must be able to climb in and out of the truck multiple times a day Climb a ladder on the back of the truck to check the concrete and carry items to be added to the load Pull down the main chute on the truck and attach chute extensions at every job, requiring approximately 60 lbs of force; carry chute extensions weighing approximately 50 lbs Operate hand tools Extended periods of sitting while driving to/from job sites with constant vibration and motion, typically less than 30 minutes but could be an hour or more Wash and clean trucks, requiring a fair amount of climbing on the truck Work in hot (90°F+) and cold (32°F-) temperatures; truck cab is heated but may not be air-conditioned Walk on terrain that may be uneven, muddy, and slippery Exposure to sounds and noise levels that may be distracting or uncomfortable Exposure to diesel exhaust, dust, and water mist or vapor Variable lighting conditions, dependent upon available natural light Qualifications CDL license Experience in heavy equipment operation, specifically with concrete mixers Knowledge of paving and concrete pumping processes Familiarity with construction sites and concrete forming Mechanical knowledge for maintenance and repairs Previous experience with loader operation and rebar installation Ability to operate excavators and dump trucks Commercial driving experience with commercial vehicles
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $18.60 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance
