Ready Mix Driver at CRH Richmond, KY

Company Overview

Hinkle Contracting, LLC, a CRH company, has a strong reputation for quality work since 1942, employing more than 400 employees and operating multiple locations throughout central, eastern, and southern Kentucky.

Operate a commercial motor vehicle with a capacity of at least 26,001 GVWR to transport and deliver ready‑mix concrete. Operate different aspects of the vehicle’s systems to alter, mix, or unload as required, and may use automated routing equipment. Requires a commercial driver’s license, Class B minimum.

• Must have a CDL Class A or
  
  B.
• Be able to ingress and egress the truck by navigating two steps with grab bars present.
• Be able to manipulate truck steering wheel (power steering), shifter, and other levers and knobs necessary for operation.
• Operate ready‑mix concrete truck to deliver to construction sites, as specified, in a safe and efficient manner, obeying applicable laws and following dispatch instructions.
• Maintain communication with dispatcher regarding deliveries.
• Check delivery tickets for special instructions and complete as required.
• Frequently climb an 8‑foot ladder to ensure proper materials are loaded safely and obtain proper signatures as required.
• Rinse out drum and handle 50‑pound mixer chutes safely, and dump slurry as required by established procedures.
• Collect money from customers and record transactions on customer receipt.
• Inform customers of new products or services; listen to and resolve service complaints.
• Respond to customer questions and complaints related to basic product knowledge and basic concrete instruction.
• Monitor various gauges during operation, investigate abnormalities, and perform operator maintenance and minor field repairs.
• Record sales and delivery information; maintain operator logs, forms and records in accordance with company policy and Department of Transportation regulations.
• Complete written reports of problems or necessary repairs and forward to maintenance personnel.
• Detect and report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials and unusual conditions to proper supervision.
• Safely maintain work area and vehicle in a clean and orderly condition.
• Perform daily inspection of truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, fuel, oil and water.
• Be flexible with last‑minute schedule changes, location changes, shift time changes; overtime work may be required.
• Follow verbal and written instructions; understand and carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Perform other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

• Must have a CDL Class B or better (Class
  
  A).
• High school graduate, GED, or equivalent studies/experience (preferred).
• At least two years of related experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Great attention to detail and stress tolerance.
• Safety focused.
• Willing to work weekends and extended hours.

$22.50 – $26.79 per hour.

The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Highly competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.

Hinkle Contracting, LLC, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. EOE/Vet/Disability. CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.