Water Truck Driver and Distributor Truck Driver

Brooks Construction Company • Fort Wayne, IN

33d • Onsite

About The Position

Brooks Construction Company, Inc. is hiring for two separate positions within our Asphalt Department: a Distributor (Tack) Truck Driver and a Construction Laborer/Water Truck Driver. Candidates will be hired into one role or the other, and employees are not expected to perform both jobs. Both positions utilize a Class A CDL and perform general laborer duties on paving crews in a safe, efficient, and proper manner to achieve a quality finished product. Employees in either role spend approximately 10% of their time operating a commercial motor vehicle and 90% of their time performing field crew work.

Requirements

• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and long hours/extensive overtime (often with little or no notice)
• Reliable transportation with the ability and willingness to travel to and from job sites (up to a 90-mile radius depending on assignment, at the employee's expense)
• Willingness to abide by Brooks Construction's Drug-Free & Alcohol-Free Workplace policies
• Ability to work outdoors in all seasons and weather conditions (including rain, snow, extreme heat or cold, water, mud, dust, etc.)
• Exceptional attendance, punctuality, dependability, reliability, and work ethic
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to learn procedures quickly
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently without continuous supervision
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have or be willing & able to get and maintain a valid Class A CDL driver's license
• Manual transmission CDL capability required
• Tanker Endorsement on license or ability to add this endorsement post-offer
• Hazmat Endorsement on license or ability to add this endorsement post-offer
• Member of or willing to join local Laborers and Teamsters Unions

Nice To Haves

• Previous hands-on construction experience is preferred, with some knowledge of heavy highway work.

Responsibilities

• Operates a distributor truck to spray tack coat evenly over roadbeds, existing asphalt, or base layers
• Controls truck functions such as heating liquid materials, regulating pressure, adjusting spray nozzles, and monitoring application
• Performs physical labor including shoveling, raking, luting, lifting, and moving equipment
• Performs traffic control (flagging) duties as required
• Places and picks up traffic control materials (cones, barrels, etc.) as needed
• Completes daily pre- and post-trip inspection checklists
• Maintains all safety standards
• Operates an asphalt water wagon, flatbed, and/or flatbed with trailer
• Transports heavy equipment or necessary materials to and from job sites
• Loads, unloads, and cleans equipment and materials as directed

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage : Access to high-quality health insurance plans, including medical, dental, and vision care, ensuring you and your family are well-protected.
• Prescription Drug Plans : Affordable prescription coverage to meet your medication needs.
• Telemedicine Services : Convenient access to healthcare professionals through telemedicine platforms.
• Member Assistance Programs (MAP) : Confidential support services for personal and professional challenges.
• Pension Plans : Participation in robust, multi-employer pension plans that provide a stable and secure retirement income.
• Retiree Health Coverage : Continued health benefits into retirement, offering peace of mind for you and your family.
• Life and Disability Insurance : Protection for unforeseen events, ensuring financial support when it's needed most.
• Training and Apprenticeship Programs : Opportunities for skill development and career advancement through union-sponsored training initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED