Operator Haul Truck

Cemex•Brooksville, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Drives and operates dump truck (up to 150 tons) equipped with dump body to transport and dump loose materials such as sand, gravel and stone.

Prior experience required with similar or same equipment or truck
Be able to read, write, and speak English
High school diploma preferred
Bilingual a plus
Ability to carry out simple oral and written instructions and deal with simple problems from standardized situations
Basic mathematical skills, including addition and subtraction, two digit numbers and units of measurements
Ability to read English sufficiently to be able to read all sentences
Basic English language skills to recognize words and differences between words
Ability to detect safety hazards and equipment malfunctioning and respond accordingly
Ability to operate equipment in reverse using mirrors
Basic mechanical knowledge to detect potential breakdown of equipment
High level of attentiveness and physical coordination to operate truck safely in heavy traffic areas

Drive and operate truck to transport and dump
Pull lever or turn cranks to tilt body and dump contents
Move hand and foot controls to move truck forward or back to loosen and dump material adhering to body of the truck
Operate other mechanical equipment to load truck
Maintain and check equipment-mechanic and hydraulic systems
Prepare operational check list and reports malfunctions requiring repair
Perform safety walk around inspection before shift
Fuel and clean the truck cab
Replace or assist other workers as needed or directed
Adhere to all CEMEX, OSHA and MSHA rules and regulations at all times
Wear proper safety equipment while on plant grounds
Meet or exceed company safety standards
Perform other job responsibilities as assigned by management