Volumetric Cement Truck Driver

Granite Construction • Laredo, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Volumetric Cement Truck Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a volumetric cement truck, ensuring precise mixing and delivery of concrete tailored to project specifications. Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. Since 1922, Granite Construction has continued its long-standing commitment to building some of America’s largest infrastructure projects including highways, bridges, dams, rail, and power. Recognized as one of the top 25 largest construction companies in the U.S., Granite specializes in complex infrastructure projects and provides award-winning construction services in mining, earthwork, water/sewer, power, tunneling, rail, highway, and bridge construction. Granite also produces construction materials, gravel, ready-mix, recycled asphalt products, and asphalt concrete, and is a proven leader in alternative procurement project delivery. At Granite, our employees are our most valued asset and we are passionate about retaining, developing, and recruiting the best talent available. Our employees reflect our core values: Safety, Integrity, Excellence, Inclusion, and Sustainability and we are continuously looking for individuals who possess a winning attitude and share our Core Values. In exchange, we help you build a career that no other company can duplicate. You will be part of a learning culture, where teamwork and collaboration are encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is respected and valued. Add our award-winning safety program, ethics, reputation, and commitment to continuous improvement and you’ll see that we are building more than infrastructure—together, we are building your future.

Requirements

• Must have valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brake endorsement.
• 2+ years of experience driving a volumetric cement truck.
• Understanding of mix design fundamentals, volumetric technology, and site protocols.
• Experience working on construction projects involving concrete pouring, finishing, or related tasks.
• Knowledge of commonly used industry concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to safely operate vehicles/equipment through all types of environments, including off road and job sites.
• Ability to work, day, swing, and night shifts (occasionally extended hours).
• Ability to work in constant exposure to outside elements, in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work in safety sensitive construction setting, including exposure to moving machinery and heavy equipment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team in a fast-paced and complex environment.
• Ability to squat, crawl, and work in awkward positions/confined spaces.
• Physical dexterity, stamina, and excellent hand-eye coordination with ability to: grasp, assemble, and lift objects, stand, sit, and walk for extended periods over uneven surfaces, squat, bend, climb ladders onto equipment or other objects, and potentially lie down.
• Lifting, pushing, pulling of heavy items weighing up to 50 lbs. or more.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Volumetric Cement Truck Driver in accordance with all DOT regulations and company safety standards.
• Deliver material to job sites on time while maintaining product integrity.
• Assist in the loading and unloading of materials.
• Perform pre- and post-inspections, pursuant to DOT regulations, company guidelines and manufacture’s specifications.
• Maintain truck(s) and equipment according to the standards set in place by the company and manufacturer’s specifications.
• Comply with all DOT, state, and local truck and highway laws, rules, and regulations.
• Communicate effectively with project personnel.
• Maintain accurate tickets and required documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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