Material Hauler

Ernst Trucking Inc • Lima, IL

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About The Position

Ernst Concrete is hiring a Material Hauler to pick up, transport, and deliver materials used to produce ready-mix concrete and other materials. The role includes completing Department of Transportation pre- and post-trip inspections, coordinating loading with terminal personnel, checking loads for regulatory weight compliance, transporting materials safely to designated plants, submitting bills of lading, unloading, and cleaning the tractor and bulk tanker or trailer to company standards.

The employee must operate safely at terminals, on public roads, and at plant locations; coordinate scheduled pickups with a supervisor; and work flexibly and reliably. The position may involve long hours up to DOT and state-law limits, including Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. It involves frequent climbing and vehicle cleaning, lifting items weighing up to 80 pounds, and working in varied weather, noise, vibration, terrain, and industrial conditions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid state-issued Class A Commercial Driver License.
• Willingness and ability to undergo pre-employment background, motor vehicle record, physical/DOT, and drug and alcohol checks, and maintain ongoing compliance.
• Proficient ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to understand and read GPS on a company-issued tablet.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to take orders, instructions, and guidance from management and supervisors.
• Proficient basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, fractions, and percentages.
• Maintain a driving record in accordance with federal and state motor carrier regulations and company policy.
• Have an active phone with texting or email capabilities for reliable communication during work hours; use must comply with company policy and applicable regulations and must not interfere with safe vehicle operation.
• Proven safe driving record.
• No unexplained gaps in employment.
• Able to work flexible hours and shifts and be reliable and punctual, including long hours up to applicable DOT and state-law limits and work on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
• Able to climb in and out of the truck approximately 50 times per day and regularly climb up to 13 feet using truck steps and ladders.
• Able to wash and clean the truck using brushes and a hose, including climbing and maneuvering around the vehicle.
• Able to lift 80 pounds, including lift chutes and other job-related items.
• Able to climb ladders and catwalks that may be between 6 and 110 feet above ground, and to climb, balance, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
• Able to tolerate extreme weather, high noise levels, significant vibrations, rough terrain, dust, and other typical industrial or construction-related conditions, with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily DOT pre- and post-trip truck inspections, including checking fluids such as oil and antifreeze.
• Consult with the load master at the terminal for instructions.
• Open and close the tanker or trailer hatch, using the platform or attached ladder as available.
• Position the tanker correctly at the scales, receive the load, and ensure its weight complies with regulations; offload excess material if overweight.
• Retrieve the bill of lading from the weight master.
• Transport materials safely to designated plants while observing applicable laws and regulations.
• Submit the bill of lading to the batch man.
• Proceed to the plant and unload materials.
• Clean the exterior and interior of the tractor and bulk tanker or trailer according to Ernst standards.
• Operate safely at loading terminals, during transit, and while unloading at plants.
• Collaborate with a supervisor to coordinate scheduled terminal load pickups.
• Follow company policies and management directives, safety protocols, personal appearance standards, and PPE requirements; promptly report unsafe conditions, accidents, and incidents.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match.
• Profit-sharing program.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Professional development and opportunities for skill-building, continuous learning, and career advancement.
• Collaborative team environment.
• Safety policies and access to protective gear.

What This Job Offers

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