CDL Class A Cement Tanker Driver at Vulcan… · Lorton

CDL Class A Cement Tanker Driver

Location: Lorton, VA, United States

Job Summary
Drives a cement tanker truck to transport and deliver cement to various construction sites. Responsible for loading and unloading cement, ensuring the proper handling and secure transportation of the material. Follows all safety regulations and procedures while operating the tanker truck. Maintains the cleanliness and mechanical condition of the vehicle. Communicates effectively with dispatchers and site managers to coordinate delivery schedules and ensure timely and efficient transportation of cement.

Essential Functions
• Take an active role in prioritizing safety throughout the operation for yourself and others at all times in accordance with OSHA/MSHA and Vulcan standards. Comply with all Safety, Health, Environmental, and other Company policies, procedures, and requirements.
• Position truck under cement/fly ash plant to be loaded by Terminal Operator.
• Deliver Materials. Receive written, verbal, or printed delivery tickets and follow the instructions as directed.
• Safely drive loaded truck to destination on delivery ticket.
• Perform inspections on hose connections and ensure silo/holding tank is not overfilled while the employee monitors air pressure. Perform pre-trip/post-trip vehicle safety inspections. Document and report the vehicle’s condition at the beginning and end of each shift. Maintain daily reports as required by DOT and Company regulations.
• Maintain Vehicle. Check all vehicle fluid levels daily and add fluids if necessary. Clean the outside of the vehicle to ensure absence of build-up throughout each shift. May assist mechanics in vehicle repair and change tires as necessary. Assist in maintenance and upkeep of yard, plant, and office.
• Communicate with Dispatcher/Manager to receive instructions via Company Provided Electronic Device in truck. Relay information to plant manager and/or dispatch as appropriate.
• Excellent customer services to customers and other stakeholders.
• Drive other types of vehicles, such as transfer trucks, mixer trucks, sweepers, and bottom dumps.

Critical Competencies
• Customer Service - Understands, anticipates, and meets customer needs while ensuring a positive experience and building long-term relationships.
• Problem Solving- identify, analyze, and resolve work-related issues efficiently and effectively using practical knowledge, experience, and hands-on skills. This involves identifying the problem, diagnosing the cause, finding practical solutions, implementing fixes, and adapting to unexpected challenges.
• Attention to Detail- Ability to thoroughly and accurately complete tasks, ensuring that no aspects or elements are overlooked; meticulous and precise when handling information, performing tasks, or delivering work, and is critical in ensuring the quality, accuracy, and integrity of the results.
• Communication: Ability to clearly and effectively convey information, ideas, and messages to others in both written and verbal formats; can express one's thoughts clearly but also demonstrate active listening, understands the needs of the audience, and adapts the message to ensure it is understood.
• Safety Awareness- Ability to recognize, understand, and adhere to safety protocols and procedures in the workplace; proactive in identifying potential hazards, taking steps to mitigate risks, and ensuring that both personal and collective safety are aintained in all tasks and environments.
• Personal Accountability: Honoring your commitments to yourself and others. Acknowledging and correcting your own mistakes. Taking full ownership to address and fix problems vs. deflecting blame to others.

Education
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• • Valid CDL with tanker endorsement.

Experience
• 1-2 years’ experience driving Class A commercially licensed vehicles or 3 years’ experience driving a cement tanker is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Must be able to speak, read, and have a working knowledge of the English language. Must be able to understand oral and written instructions of a technical nature relating to products and vehicles.
• Excellent driving skills. Must have a valid Class “A” with a Tanker Endorsement Commercial Driver’s License. Must have an excellent driving record.
• Strong safety record.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Physical ability to lift heavy objects and climb ladder.

Other Requirements
• Adhere to safety best practices, protocols and guidelines to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment.
• Utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) and enforce safety measures among the drilling team.
• Valid Driver's license.
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Must be willing to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands.
• Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noise.
• Must be willing to work overtime and travel to different operations depending on company demands.
• Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.
• Physical ability to operate heavy machinery for extended periods.

Hourly Range: the hourly range for this role is between $24.50 - $34.73. This range is not inclusive of our discretionary bonus or equity package. When determining a candidate’s compensation, we consider a number of factors, including skillset, experience, job scope, and current market data.

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Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.