Belly Dump Truck Driver

Overview

Job

Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. 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 Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas.

The Belly Dump 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.

• 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/flowboy, dump truck and semi-tractor truck with attached trailers.
• Performs daily pre/post trip inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with DOT guidelines.
• Checks fluid levels, tires, lights, and other controls for safe operation.
• Attaches and removes pup trailers, belly dump & side dump trailers, transfer trailers and tilt/transport trailers to truck as needed.
• Keeps accurate log of deliveries and completes required paperwork for billing.
• Load and unload equipment or materials.
• Monitors various gauges during operation of vehicle.
• Maintains daily vehicle mileage logs.
• Unrolls truck tarp to cover loads when required.
• Assures product quality to the best of the Driver’s ability.
• Performs minor servicing and maintenance of equipment; refers major problems to the supervisor.
• Follows all company policies and procedures for safe working procedures and environment. Reports problems to the Foreman, Superintendent, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager.
• Obeys applicable laws and follows dispatch instructions.
• Keeps vehicle in a clean and orderly condition.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Minimum of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Two years of related tractor/trailer driving experience preferred.
• Must maintain a CDL A or CDL B license.
• 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 possible hazmat and tanker endorsements.
• Willing to train employees who may not have driving experience and 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 areas as 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.

• 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 read blueprints or other project documents.
• Ability to work effectively in a team…