Ready Mix Driver: Birmingham/Montevallo/Rainbow City/Bessemer/Alex Cit

AutoReqId: 16604BR

Pay Class: Hourly

Hourly Pay Rate: $19.00 to $22.00 DOE

Department: Distribution

Line of Business: RMC (Ready-Mix Concrete)

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Posting:



The Company and the Role:



Heidelberg Materials is seeking a Ready Mix Drivers to join our team in the Birmingham, Montevallo, Rainbow City and Alexander City areas. As a Ready Mix Driver you will receive competitive hourly pay plus a load bonus.



Heidelberg Materials provides the materials to build our future. Our future is sustainable. Our future is digital. And it goes beyond cement, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete. Heidelberg Materials North America, previously known as Lehigh Hanson, operates more than 450 locations with approximately 9,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada.



Heidelberg Materials formerly known as Sherman Industiries, has 18 ready mixed concrete plants throughout Alabama. With more than 85 mixer trucks and 125 dedicated employees, we provided a quality ready mix product since 1934. As part of Heidelberg Materials., one of the largest construction materials companies in North America, our company has access to the most knowledgeable experts in the industry. We provide a wide range of ready mixed concrete products to meet the requirements for all commercial, industrial, paving, residential and DIY projects.



Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled



This position is eligible for a $1500 sign-on bonus (paid upon successful completion of probationary period) .



Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safely drive truck to and from destination applying knowledge of DOT driving regulations and area roads

• Check loads to ensure product is being hauled in an appropriate and safe manner

• Estimate slump of concrete

• Verify directions with plant personnel before leaving the plant to ensure delivery to the correct customer and job site

• Strive to meet customer expectations

• Keep equipment in acceptable condition of cleanliness using approved cleaning materials and supplies

• Maintain radio contact with supervisor/dispatch to receive and transmit delivery instructions

• Assist other company employees as needed

• Complete pre and post trip inspections on truck equipment and supplies, such as tires, lights brakes, gas, fuel, oil, and water

• May perform minor repairs, such as installing light bulbs.

• Maintain good working knowledge of the traffic routes of the city

• Must be able to take orders, instructions, and guidance from supervisors and management

• Adhere to all company, DOT and OSHA rules and regulations at all times

• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned



QUALIFICATIONS:

Current Class B CDL with no suspensions, failure to appear, etc.; valid medical card; prefer previous experience operating a mixer truck; reading, writing and basic math skills; self-motivation and a positive attitude.



Physical Requirements

Required to stand and walk for extended periods of time; use hands to operate tools and controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs/ladders and balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear. Regularly lift and/or move more than 50 pounds.



Must be available to work Monday – Saturday, occasional Sundays (Hours will vary as dictated by business needs)



Benefits & Compensation:

Heidelberg Materials offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance, short and long term disability, 401k, uniforms and paid holidays and vacation.



No search firms please.



Employer Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled