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Grade Crew Water Truck DriverUtility Operator AMAT Grand Junction Colorado United States Job ID 521105
United Companies is a CRH Company.Our purpose commitment to the future and formula for growth is to champion the safety empowerment and development of our employees. We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand rock landscape products ready-mixed concrete asphalt paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity mutual respect innovation service sustainability and financial strength.
Position Overview
This position is responsible for safely operating a water tanker truck to transport water for use throughout job sites drainage and structures to control dust by spraying water on roadways or to achieve compaction of construction materials. Your duties may also include operating the equipment to excavate move grade and level earth as well as loading and unloading trucks. You will also be responsible for performing routine maintenance on the equipment such as checking fluid levels and greasing joints.
The ideal candidate will have prior experience operating heavy equipment. He or she will be able to operate the equipment safely and efficiently as well as follow verbal and written instructions.
WAGE RANGE $22.00 to $24.00 per hour dependent on experience.
Key Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Functions
• Filling truck with water from approved supply sources. May drive truck equipped with sprinkling attachment to settle dust on roadways and streets to saturate flexible base for compaction. • Distinguish when roads are over-watered creating unsafe operating conditions. • Safely operate truck in often unstable ground conditions. • Perform pre- and post-inspections on truck pursuant to DOT regulations company guidelines and manufactures specifications. • Report any issues or concerns with equipment to supervisor immediately. • Load and unload materials onto from trucks trailers and other vehicles using various types of machinery. • Operate excavators bulldozers skid steers and other heavy equipment to move earth clear debris and level land. • Dig trenches holes and other foundations as directed. • Backfill excavations and compact soil using heavy equipment. • Assist in the construction of buildings roads bridges and other • Follow oral and written instructions from supervisors to complete assigned tasks. • Assist crews with other task as required when not operating the water truck. • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.
Education Experience High school diploma or general education degree GED preferred. Knowledge of the aggregate asphalt and construction industry is preferred. Experience driving a water truck on roadway construction sites preferred. Class A CDL Drivers License with Tanker Air brake and Manual Transmission Endorsements required.
Work Requirements Must be 18 years in age or older. Must pass pre-employment physical drug screen and criminal background check. Report to the job site dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time. Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook. Willingness to work independently within in a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required. Ability to work day swing and night shifts. Occasionally extended hours. Experience operating heavy equipment preferred. Working knowledge of Whip AroundVehicle inspection report preferred. Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required up to 75 of the time. KnowledgeSkill Requirements Knowledge of DOT Regulations. Knowledge of Earth work preferred. Ability to navigate uneven and rough terrain safely. Ability to recognize hazardous conditions. Ability to work collaboratively with a team in a fast-paced and complex environment. To perform this job successfully an individual should be able to work in constant exposure to the outside elements in all weather conditions. Ability to work in a safety sensitive construction setting including exposure to moving machinery and heavy equipment.
Key Competencies Customer Service- Manages difficult or emotional customer situations Responds promptly to needs. Teamwork- Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Judgment- Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. PlanningOrganizing- Uses time efficiently. Professionalism- Approaches others in a tactful manner Reacts well under pressure Accepts responsibility for own actions. Safety and Security- Observes safety and security procedures Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines Reports potentially unsafe conditions Uses equipment and materials properly. Adaptability- Adapts to changes in the work environment Changes approach or method to best fit the situation Able to deal with frequent change delays or unexpected events.
Attendance Punctuality- Is consistently at work and on time. Dependability- Follows instructions responds to management direction Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Initiative- Asks for and offers help when needed able to consistently work independently. Innovation- Generates suggestions for improving work. Quality- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness Looks for ways to improve and promote quality Applies feedback to improve performance.
Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit stand talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit climb and use hands to handle or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand walk crawl kneel bend and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision and depth perception.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions toxic or caustic chemicals extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
What CRH Offers You Highly competitive base pay Comprehensive medical dental and disability benefits programs Group retirement savings program Health and wellness programs A culture that values opportunity for growth development and internal promotion
About CRH CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.
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