Distributor Operator (Lehman-Roberts Company)

Granite Construction•Batesville, MS

About The Position

LEHMAN-ROBERTS COMPANY - A PROUD TRADITION SINCE 1939 Lehman-Roberts, a Granite Company, has been a part of the fabric of Memphis for more than 85 years. We are dedicated to the manufacturing and placement of quality hot mix asphalt along with surface mining of aggregates from our sister company Memphis Stone & Gravel. Anchoring our company's efforts are the core values of stewardship, humility, continuous improvement, and relationships. With manufacturing facilities located throughout West Tennessee and North Mississippi, we specialize in asphalt production and construction projects ranging from commercial projects to miles of interstate highway paving throughout the Mid-South. General Summary Drives truck with capacity under 3 tons to transport materials in liquid or packaged form and personnel to and from specified destinations, such as railroad stations, plants, residences, offices, or within industrial yards. This Driver must be capable of moving equipment, hauling drill cuttings and/or fluids in a safe and professional manner.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience
CDL Class A License required. Tanker Endorsement
1 to 3 yrs. experience
Read and interpret road maps
Practice good safety habits
Work in dusty or dirty surroundings
Follow instructions and meet set standards for hauling and scheduling
Judge distances and weights accurately
Make decisions based on verifiable standards.
Stoop, bend, and crouch
Use hands, arms, and legs fully
See well (either naturally or with correction)
Lift up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

Verifies load against shipping papers.
Drives truck to destination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and roads in area.
Prepares receipts for load picked up.
Collects payment for goods delivered and for delivery charges.
May maintain truck log according to state and federal regulations.
May maintain telephone or radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
May drive truck equipped with public address system through city streets to broadcast announcements over system for advertising or publicity purposes.
May load and unload truck.
May inspect truck equipment and supplies, such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water.
May perform emergency roadside repairs, such as changing tires, installing light bulbs, fuses, tire chains, and spark plugs.