Job Title:driver READY MIX Trainee

Driver Ready Mix Trainee

As a Ready-Mix Driver Trainee, you will be trained to operate concrete mixers to deliver ready-mix concrete to various job sites. This role will require you to work in diverse environments and navigate various site conditions, including uneven ground. You will also be trained to discharge loads safely and manage extension chutes, which may weigh thirty to fifty pounds.

Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Punctuality:
  Arrive on time and prepared to work, reporting to the assigned Driver Trainer at the designated shift start.
• Safe Operation:
  Safely drive the ready-mix truck to and from job sites, ensuring the safe delivery of concrete loads.
• Safety & Compliance:
  Adhere to all safety regulations, including those set by CEMEX, D.O.T., and O.S.H.A., to maintain a safe working environment.
• Delivery & Timing:
  Ensure the safe and timely delivery of concrete loads to job sites.
• Load Inspection & Adjustments:
  Inspect and adjust loads to ensure safe and proper delivery.
• Concrete Mix Quality:
  Estimate slump, distinguish between appropriate and inappropriate mixes, and ensure the correct color and consistency of concrete.
• Equipment Maintenance:
  Maintain cleanliness and operational readiness of the ready-mix truck and equipment, ensuring safe and efficient performance.
• Customer Service:
  Provide outstanding service, maintaining a professional image for the company.
• Team Coordination:
  Work closely with dispatch and other team members for efficient operations.

To succeed in this role, you should bring:

• Educational and Licensing Requirements:
  Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL A or
  
  B). High School diploma preferred.
• Driver must qualify as not prohibited in the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. Airbrake endorsement may be required in certain areas.
• Skills:
  
  Proficient in English (reading, writing, and speaking). Acceptable CSA and MVR record; no DUI/DWI convictions in the last 5 years and no more than 3 moving violations in the past 3 years. Strong understanding of safety protocols related to the construction and transportation industry. Strong communication skills and the ability to follow instructions and guidance from supervisors. Knowledge of traffic routes and basic maintenance skills for truck upkeep (desirable).

Working Conditions:

• Safety First:
  Wearing protective equipment and adhering to safety protocols is a must.
• Dynamic Environment:
  You'll work in diverse environments, including exposure to varying conditions such as outdoor industrial operations settings.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Expect frequent walking, sitting, lifting (up to 50 pounds), pushing, pulling, and climbing as part of your daily routine. Requires walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing to a significant degree. Heavy Work:
  Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds or force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, in order to communicate to employees/visitors.

At Cemex, we're committed to helping you reach your full potential. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, we provide the resources and support you need to succeed. Let's build a better future together.

The expected base compensation for this position is $25 per hour, depending on, but not limited to, market location, job-related knowledge, skill sets, experience, and education.

Nearest Major Market:
San Francisco

Nearest Secondary Market:
Oakland