CDL Driver (Concrete Mixer)

Job Title: 

Driver (CDL) 

Reports to (Title): 

Hiring Manager 

Department: 

Craft 

Date: 

04/08/2024 

Location: 

Hampton Roads 

Prepared By: 

HR Department 

Job Code: 

32 

FLSA Status: 

Non-Exempt 

Salary Grade: 

TBD 

Position Summary/Objective 

A CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) Driver in the construction industry plays a vital role in transporting materials, equipment, and sometimes personnel to and from construction sites. Must coordinate/communicate with Fleet Manager on all daily deliveries or logistics related concerns. 

Principal/Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

• Operates vehicles safely and professionally on public highways, roads, and other job sites. 

• Performs daily pre/post trip inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with DOT guidelines. 

• Complete daily record of hours of service and enter in log in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements. 

• Checks fluid levels, tires, lights, and other controls for safe operation. 

• Keeps an accurate log of deliveries and completes the required paperwork. 

• Follow Escort Vehicles for oversize loads to destination to improve and maintain safety. 

• Monitor various gauges during operation of vehicle. 

• Perform minor servicing and maintenance of equipment; refer major problems to the supervisor. 

• Properly follow all company policies and procedures for safe working procedures and environment. Report any problems to the Fleet Manager, Equipment Manager, and Safety Manager. 

• Obey applicable laws and follow dispatch instructions. 

• Must keep vehicle in a clean and orderly condition. 

• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required. 

Other Duties as Assigned or Requested 

• Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications  

Required 

Preferred 

Education/Experience 

• Minimum of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED) p 

• Valid Class B Driver’s License with passenger endorsement 

Work Requirements 

• Must be 18 years of age or older. 

• Valid current DOT Med Cert and/or able to secure a new DOT Med Cert. 

• Must pass drug screen. 

• MVR must meet company and DOT standards. 

• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook. 

• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the public always. 

• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required. 

• Must maintain current driver’s license that meets state requirements, i.e., CDL, Class A and/or B Driver along with the passenger endorsement. 

• Must be willing to work nights and weekends, when necessary, with short notice. 

• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA. 

• Compliance with all OSHA regulations. 

• Three to five years’ experience in oversize loads and trucking preferred. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, Competencies 

• Must have knowledge of DOT specifications. 

• Thorough operational knowledge and skills of trucks and related equipment to be operated. 

• Ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently under a variety of working conditions. 

• Ability to read, write and do basic mathematical calculations to keep time and material records, and read blueprints or other project documents. 

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as being able to work independently with attention to detail. 

• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions. 

• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. 

• Ability to operate heavy and complex equipment requiring skill and the exercise of independent judgment. 

• Must be familiar with securing heavy equipment and other over dimensional loads. 

• Ability to seek resolutions when issues may arise. 

People Management and Supervisory Responsibility 

If yes indicate the number of direct reports: 

Indicate the total number of employees managed (direct and indirect reports):  

*Required: Complete the Supervisory/Management Responsibilities section at the end of the template and include an organizational chart. 

Revenue and/or Budget Responsibility 

Other Scope Factors (location population, geographic areas, revenue, etc.) 

Benefits: 

• Health insurance 

• Dental insurance 

• Vision insurance 

• Paid Holidays 

• Paid Time Off 

Work Environment 

% of Travel Required 

N/A 

Work Environment 

• Exposure to outdoor elements, including various weather conditions. 

• Work around heavy machinery and construction equipment. 

Physical Demands 

• Job requires climbing, stooping, bending, squatting, frequent lifting of extensions chutes, stretching, sitting/driving, shifting gears, and covering/uncovering load when applicable. 

• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear. 

• May require sitting for extended periods of time. 

• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to focus. 

• Able to climb in and out of truck 3-4 steps (elevated 4+ feet into cab). (Could be in and out of truck 20-30 times per day). 

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work 

40-70 Hours (Time May Varies) 

Work Authorization / Security Clearance 

N/A