Bulk Tanker Driver

Ernst Enterprises of Georgia • Oakwood, GA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Pick up, transport and delivery of materials required for the production of ready mix concrete. This position reports to the Fleet Manager.

Requirements

• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Must be able to take orders, instructions and guidance from management and supervisors.
• Must be able to communicate with management, supervisors, co-workers, vendors and customers in a diplomatic manner in varied situations.
• Must be able to do math, such as addition, subtraction, fractions and percentages.
• Must have and maintain a valid Georgia issued class A Commercial Drivers License with the Tanker endorsement.
• Must be able to pass required Federal Department of Transportation drug/alcohol screenings and physicals.
• Must maintain driving record in accordance with Federal and State Motor Carrier Regulations and company policy.
• Must be able to operate vehicle and perform tasks in a safe manner and observe all safety requirements and policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform Pre-Trip inspections of the tractor and bulk tanker/trailer in accordance with D.O.T. regulations.
• Maneuver truck in a safe manner while at loading terminal, during operation on all roads and while unloading at plant locations.
• Communicate with supervisor for assignment of scheduled terminal load pick up.
• Communicate with load master at designated terminal for loading instructions.
• Proceed to hatch stand, climb onto platform, if available, release and open hatch. If no platform, driver must climb ladder attached to tanker/trailer.
• Proceed to scales, ensure tanker position is in correct loading area, receive load.
• Check load to ensure weight is within regulations. If overweight, blow off excess material while at terminal.
• Retrieve Bill of Lading from weight master.
• Return to hatch stand, climb onto tanker, close and secure hatch.
• Transport materials to designated plant in a safe manner observing all laws and regulations.
• Submit Bill of Lading to Batch person.
• Proceed to plant to unload materials.
• Comply with all D.O.T. regulations.
• Maintain exterior and interior of tractor in a clean manner.
• Maintain exterior of bulk tanker/trailer in a clean manner.
• Perform the duties of ready mix concrete truck driver, dump truck driver or other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED