Tack Truck Driver - Richmond

Branscome • Richmond, VA

63d

About The Position

Safely and efficiently drive the asphalt distributor to spray liquid asphalt as needed.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid CDL, Class A or B license with a Tanker endorsement.
• Understand DOT guidelines and regulations.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Experience working in and around construction sites.
• Able to work nights and weekends as needed.
• Job requires the following motions: climbing, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, vibrating, and reaching.
• Requires lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Overtime work is required.
• Potential exposure to extremes of hot or cold weather.

Nice To Haves

• HAZMAT endorsement preferred.
• Ability to operate additional heavy equipment a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all federal, state, local and company safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task.
• Drive asphalt distributor to spray liquid asphalt as needed.
• Load distribution tank with asphalt material and regulate burner to maintain specified temperature.
• Set spray bar on manual, automatic, or semiautomatic distributors, that sprays tar, asphalt, road oils and emulsions over highways, streets, and parking areas.
• Observe distribution of material over surface and monitor instruments to ensure uniform distribution.
• Turn valve to regulate flow of material at specified rate.
• Monitor flow gauges, tachometer, and temperature gauges.
• Direct handheld nozzle to control spray over designated area with specified coverage.
• Set string line on edges of road if needed.
• Perform pre and post trip inspections on assigned vehicle.
• Assist crew with shoveling and other tasks when tack truck is not in use.
• Perform all other duties deemed necessary or assigned.

Benefits

• health
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• paid time off
• retirement savings
• professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees