CDL Driver

Ernst Cobb Co Inc•Lithia Springs, GA

About The Position

At Ernst Concrete, our mission is to act in good faith, be on time, have gratitude and be a committed supplier with top-notch quality ready-mix concrete, concrete products, and related services. We strive to build loyal, long-term relationships with our customers and employees through integrity, teamwork, and dedication to excellence. If you're looking for a rewarding career in a company that values its people, we'd love you to join us! Deliver ready-mix concrete and other associated products to construction sites within our production areas. This is a skilled position involving the safe and efficient delivery of ready-mix concrete.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid State-Issued Driver’s License, Class A or B
Candidates must be willing and able to undergo a pre-employment background check, MVR overview, physical/DOT. and drug/alcohol testing. Ongoing compliance is required.
Proficiently read, write, and speak English.
Ability to understand and read GPS from company issued tablet.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with internal and external stakeholders, including: Management, supervisors, and peers People at various social levels
Demonstrate the ability to perform job functions in accordance with Company policies and management directives, including adherence to personal appearance standards, safety protocols, and P.P.E. requirements, while promptly reporting any unsafe conditions, accidents, or incidents to your direct report.
Must be able to take orders, instructions and guidance from management and supervisors
Proficient basic math skills, e.g. addition, subtraction, fractions, and percentages
Maintain driving record in accordance with Federal and State Motor Carrier regulations and company policy
Required to have an active phone with texting or email capabilities to ensure reliable communication during work hours (Note: Usage must comply with the Ernst Cell Phone Policy, Federal, & State regulations and may not interfere with safe operation of company vehicles).
Proven safe driving record
No unexplained gaps in employment

Responsibilities

Perform daily Department of Transportation pre- and post-trip truck inspection including checking all fluids such as oil and antifreeze
Perform routine plant maintenance tasks, general cleaning, use small power tools and manual labor hand tools.
Receive delivery ticket. Review for address and directions as well as any additional products needed for the job. Clarify any concerns with dispatcher
Add various ingredients such as fiber, admixtures, and other products as directed on delivery ticket
Check slumps and mix of concrete
Place chutes from fender to main chute of truck
Have delivery ticket signed and assure all information required is written down
Responsible for collecting C.O.D. deliveries in full and return to the Company.
Wash truck down after unloading into designated area, per contractor or plant location
Communicate well with dispatchers throughout the delivery process
Refuel truck as needed and every evening at the end of the shift
Ability to safely and accurately maneuver trucks in uneven and poor terrain while backing or pulling into job site
Able to work flexible hours and shifts and be reliable and punctual. The employee must also be willing and able to work long hours up to the maximum hours allowed of services permitted by DOT and state law, including but not limited to, Saturday, Sunday, and holidays.