Bulk Truck Driver

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Builders Supply, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of ready mixed concrete, reinforcing steel, and building materials in Louisiana. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset. We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being. When you work for Builders Supply, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Louisiana.
Position Overview
The Truck Driver is responsible for operating trucks to transport dirt, aggregate, asphalt, and other materials and/or equipment to various job site locations. Will also work in the yard area to stockpile and move materials as needed. This is a skilled position involving the safe and efficient operation of equipment/trucks. Work will be performed per the supervisor’s instruction, free from direct supervision except for more complicated jobs.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)
Operates truck in safe and professional manner on public highways, roads, in the yard area and at various job sites to deliver materials. Trucks driven include but are not limited to: belly dumps, dump truck and semi-tractor truck with attached trailers.
Properly follow all company policies and procedures for safe working procedures and environment. Report any problems to your manager.
Perform daily pre/post trip inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with MSHA guidelines and company policies.
Attaches and removes pup trailers, belly dump & side dump trailers, transfer trailers and tilt/transport trailers to truck as needed.
Obey applicable laws and follow instructions.
Maintain daily vehicle mileage logs.
Monitor various gauges during operation of vehicle.
Load and unload equipment or materials. Depending on materials hauled, may require unloading of contents by hand.
Assure product quality to the best of the driver’s ability.
Keep accurate logs of deliveries.
Perform minor servicing and maintenance of equipment; refer major problems to the Foreman.
Must keep truck in a clean and orderly condition.
Operator will be responsible for a safe work environment for themselves and co-workers. When working with co-workers, constant eye contact will be maintained when backing, communicating using hand signals or other movements.
Properly follow all company policies and OSHA / MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
Follow directions of manager as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or jobsite.
Assist in training less–experienced employees on the proper operations, servicing and fueling of equipment to further their abilities.
Perform general labor duties when necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education/Experience
High School diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
Two years of related tractor/trailer driving experience preferred.
Must maintain a CDL A or CDL B license.
Previous related experience in construction field is preferred.
Work Requirements
Must be 18 years in age or older.
Must pass DOT physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
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 general public at all times.
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 with possiblehazmat and tanker endorsements.
Willing to train employees who may not have driving experience must currently maintain a CDL A or CDL B license.
Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areasas stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position is:Face Shield, Safety (hard toe) Shoes, and Coveralls.
Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.
Knowledge/Skill Requirements
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 in order to keep time and material records, and readblueprints 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 professionally interact with customers, collect payments and assist with issues that may arise.
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.
Job requires climbing, stooping, bending, squatting, frequent lifting of extensions chutes, stretching, sitting/driving, shifting gears, and covering/uncovering load when applicable.

Employment type
Full Time