Concrete Delivery Professional - Mixer Truck Driver at Knights Companies Inc – Summerville, South Carolina

A Concrete Delivery Professional is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a ready-mix truck used for the delivery of products connected to the Company’s ready-mixed concrete operation and to represent the Company’s values and portray a positive image (attitude, attire, cleanliness, etc.) at all times. In addition to the operation of a concrete mixer truck, a delivery professional is expected to be an active member of their plant/area team and work in conjunction with plant management to attain plant/area level goals.

Essential Functions:

• Cooperates and promotes a team concept between all KRM employees and customers
• Actively participates in all Safety meetings
• Maintain personal appearance in a neat and clean manner, including shirts tucked in at all times
• Safely drive the truck to and from the destination, applying knowledge of DOT driving regulations and area roads
• Check loads to ensure the product is being hauled in an appropriate and safe manner to adjust to the desired level
• Estimate slump of concrete
• Distinguish between a proper mix and one that is too rocky or too sandy
• Distinguish the color difference between mixes
• Verify directions with plant personnel before leaving the plant to ensure delivery to the correct customer and job site
• Strive to meet customer expectations without exception, and achieve highly positive customer satisfaction survey results consistent with strategic objectives
• Develop extensive working relationships with customers, both external and internal, in order to maximize opportunities for KRM and to ensure customer needs are addressed
• Keep equipment in acceptable condition of cleanliness using approved cleaning materials and supplies
• Maintain radio contact with Plant Manager/Customer Service Center to receive and transmit delivery instructions
• Properly tracks and documents activity logs, delivery tickets, and other paperwork as required
• Assist other company employees as needed
• Complete pre- and post-trip inspections on truck equipment
• Perform minor autonomous maintenance, such as installing light bulbs, mirrors, etc.
• Must be able to take orders, instructions, and guidance from supervisors and management
• Adhere to all KRM, D.O.T., and O.S.H.A. rules and regulations at all times
• Meet or exceed company safety standards
• Perform other job responsibilities as requested by management

• Must possess a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL A or B)
• Be at least 18 years of age in South Carolina, Be at least 21 years of age in Georgia
• Must have a minimum of 1-year experience as a CDL Driver
• Be able to read, write, and speak English
• MVR - No DUI’s or DWI’s in the last 5 years, no more than 3 moving violations in the previous 3 years
• High School diploma, preferred
• Bilingual a plus
• Add and subtract two-digit numbers
• Perform the four basic arithmetic operations

Values:

• PEOPLE
• INTEGRITY
• LEADERSHIP
• EXCELLENCE

Physical Requirements:

• Requires walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling and climbing to a significant degree.
• Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force frequently.
• Must be able to perform all job functions which include, but may not be limited to, pushing, turning, and/or pulling of controls.
• Must pass DOT physical, hearing test and drug screen.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to safely lift a minimum of 75 lbs.
• Ability to climb, stoop, bend, squat, lift, stretch, push, pull, twist, kneel, stand, walk, sit, reach, and operate a computer keyboard.
• Ability to safely climbing up and down stairs and/or ladders.
• Ability to work primarily outside, with possible exposure to the extremes of hot or cold weather