Ready Mix Driver

Job ID: 203879

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.

Tilcon Connecticut Inc., a CRH company, has played a vital role in building infrastructure around our state, serving the market from 23 locations throughout Connecticut. As a leading supplier of quality crushed stone, hot mix asphalt, and ready mix concrete, Tilcon Connecticut has supported the construction of superior roads, buildings and bridges. The most respected name in the construction industry, from the quarry to the road, Tilcon Connecticut does it all

**Position Overview**

This skilled position involves the safe and efficient operation of concrete mixer trucks. Work will be performed in accordance with the Concrete Supervisors instruction. Delivery and shift schedules will be directed and scheduled by Dispatch personnel. Shifts will often include some overtime. The Driver is responsible for the efficient working condition and cleanliness of his/her equipment. All Tilcon Connecticut employees are expected to partner with associates and management of Tilcon Connecticut Inc. to coordinate, support, and actively promote our safety process. The Mixer Driver will comply with mandatory safety requirements and other functions of the team.

**Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)**

Safely and efficient operate equipment and report any problems to your manager in a timely fashion.

Pursuant to directions from Dispatch, the Driver will make the appropriate number of ready mix concrete deliveries each day in a timely manner. Regular and reliable attendance is critical for customer delivery schedules.

For each delivery, the Driver will do the following:

- Get out of the cab and onto the platform, then use a 2 hose to fill trucks tank;

- After the truck is loaded, climb up the ladder to catwalk and rinse down truck;

- Once on the job, get out of the cab and safely climb down 3 steps to the ground;

- Pick up and attach a chute or chutes that weighs approximately 50 pounds;

- Operate the controls to deliver the concrete. This can be done from the ground using external controls or by climbing back up 3 steps and getting back into the cab of the mixer truck;

- Once the concrete is delivered, the Driver must get out of the truck, climb up the ladder to the catwalk and thoroughly rinse down hopper, fins in barrel, drop hopper, top chute, etc.;

- The Driver then climbs off of the truck and continues washing the remainder of the shuts and truck. The driver then disconnects the chutes and returns them to the rack.

At the end of each day, the Driver cleans and washes out the truck performing the same duties as noted in (f) above, along with rinsing off the remainder of the truck.

The Driver is also responsible for refueling the truck at the end of each day, parking it safely, and chocking the tire.

Perform other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

* Thorough operational knowledge of mixer truck and related equipment to be operated.

* Valid State Commercial Drivers License (CDL).

* Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

* Ability to perform all job duties in a safe and efficient manner.

* Ability to communicate in a positive manner with customers and represent Tilcon.

* Ability to communicate effectively on the radio system and use the truck tracking system correctly.

* Keep time and materials records.

* Pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check

* Pass a pre-employment Fit for Work physical.

**What CRH Americas Offers You**

* A culture that values opportunity for growth, development and internal promotion

* Highly competitive base pay

* Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs

* Group retirement savings program

* Health and wellness programs

**About CRH Americas**

CRH Americas has a long and proud heritage as one of North Americas largest corporations. We are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that together form the CRH Americas family. CRH Americas operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

CRH Americas is a great place to grow If youre up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today Please complete your online application and profile which will be sent directly to the appropriate Hiring Manager. Thank you for your interest in the CRH Americas family

Tilcon Connecticut Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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