Distributor Truck Driver

 
 

Job ID:  511764

 

Texas Materials is a locally-based construction company and building materials supplier, which is A CRH Company, the largest asphalt, ready mix and aggregates producer in North America. Texas Materials is part of CRH's growing Texas-based network of 47 locations and over 1,200 employees statewide. 

 

Position Overview

The Truck Driver drives tack or distributor truck with capacity of 3,000 gallons to transport emulsion to and from specified destinations. Will be working on a paving crew when not driving a truck.  This is a skilled position involving the safe and efficient operation of equipment/trucks. Work will be performed per the supervisor’s instruction, free from direct supervision except for more complicated jobs.

 

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

•  Drive truck to destination in a safe and efficient manner.
• Assist crew with other tasks when not operating distributor truck.
• Maintain telephone or radio contact with supervisor on the job, as well as directing paving trucks to job site.
• Responsible for loading truck from emulsion tank.
• Responsible for applying emulsion to road surface prior to paving.
• Maintain truck log according to state and federal regulations.
• Responsible for daily pre-trip inspection of truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water.

• Individual must possess a CDL B License with a Tank and Hazmat Endorsement.
• Follow directions of supervisor as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or job site.
• Shovel dirt, stone, asphalt or any other materials depending up the job site.
• May perform duties of flagman for traffic control, janitor, steam cleaner operator or grease man.

• Properly follow all company policies and procedures for safe working procedures and environment. Report any problems to the Foreman, Superintendent, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager.
• Obey applicable laws and follow dispatch instructions.
• Must keep vehicle in a clean and orderly condition.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Other duties as may be assigned. 

 

Qualifications

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

• Minimum high school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• CDL Class A or B with Tanke, Hazard and Air Brakes are required
• Minimum 1 year of distributor truck driver experience

 

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass DOT physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• MVR must meet company and DOT standards.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-wo