Pump Operator

Cemstone•South St. Paul, MN

5d•$36 - $46

About The Position

Safely drive and operate Schwing, Putzmeister, or other concrete pumps with various boom lengths, as well as line pumps. The operator performs pre- and post-trip inspections, drives to assigned project sites, positions and sets up the pump safely with the contractor or homeowner, and pumps concrete at the requested rate while maintaining safety. The role includes cleaning pump systems at the project site in an environmentally responsible manner, communicating project status to dispatch, completing paperwork and collecting payment when necessary, and calling each afternoon or evening for the next day’s start time. When not assigned to a pumping event, the operator may be asked to work on or clean the pump or perform related duties. The operator maintains effective relationships with employees, suppliers, and customers and supports timely problem resolution and customer satisfaction. This is moderately strenuous work involving driving, standing, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, reaching, and frequent changes in posture. Work takes place outdoors approximately 70% of the time and indoors approximately 30% of the time, with exposure to temperatures from -40 to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit and to varied weather and job-site conditions. Hazards and exposures include chemicals, slippery surfaces, moving vehicles and machinery, elevated work areas, truck exhaust, and airborne dust. The operator is responsible for using personal protective equipment, including a hard hat, safety glasses, work shoes, and gloves.

Requirements

Education or equivalent experience, certificates, licenses, and registrations for pump operations.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Ability to perform simple addition and subtraction and handle cash and make change.
Ability to deal diplomatically with customers and coworkers in a variety of stressful situations.
Ability to operate a pump truck safely and perform duties in accordance with company policy and state and federal laws.
Valid CDL driver’s license.
Previous heavy-duty truck experience.
Pass the American Concrete Pumping Association (ACPA) test within the first 12 months of employment and maintain ACPA recertification every two years.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, reaching, and working at elevation.
Use required personal protective equipment, including a hard hat, safety glasses, work shoes, and gloves.

Responsibilities

Perform pre-trip inspections of concrete pumps in accordance with DOT regulations, including checks of fluid levels, tires, brakes, hydraulic systems, line systems, and other driver-operated controls.
Fill the water tank before each project after checking that all valves are shut.
Drive safely to assigned project sites, using a map book, Google Maps on a tablet, or experience to select a direct route and arrive on time.
Drive the concrete pump safely onto the site and coordinate with the contractor or homeowner to position it safely.
Pump concrete at the customer’s desired rate while maintaining safety.
Clean out pump systems at the project site as directed by the contractor or homeowner and in an environmentally responsible manner.
Keep pump dispatch informed of project status using two-way radio, digital pagers, and cellular phones when available.
Complete required paperwork and collect money when necessary before leaving the job site.
Call each afternoon or evening to confirm the next day’s start time.
Perform post-trip inspections to DOT standards, identify vehicle issues or needed repairs, record them on the daily vehicle inspection report, and communicate with maintenance.
Perform pump work, cleaning, or other related duties when called to work but not assigned to a pumping event.
Maintain effective working relationships with company employees, suppliers, and customers; promote the company’s professional image and reputation; and support timely problem resolution and customer satisfaction.
Perform other duties as assigned by the placing manager.