Pump Operator

Job Summary:

Safely drive and operate Schwing, Putzmeister or other concrete pumps of various boom lengths or line pumps.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following is a list of essential duties & key responsibilities assigned to the role. Other duties may be assigned.
• Pre-trip inspection of concrete pumps pursuant to DOT regulations. Pre-trip inspection includes checking fluid levels of engine oil, antifreeze, tire pressure, brakes and other driver operated controls such as hydraulic systems, line systems, and hydraulics.
• Fills water tank before each project by placing rubber hose into water tank and filling after checking that all valves are shut.
• Safely drives to project site that is assigned.
• Uses map book, google map on tablet and/or experience and takes most direct route to job site to ensure on time service.
• Safely drives concrete pump into site and works with contractor or homeowner to set up pump in a safe position.
• Pump concrete pursuant to customer desire with respect to yards per hour in the safest manner.
• Upon completion, operator will clean out pump systems in the project were desired by contractor or homeowner, in an environmentally responsible manner.
• Keep pump dispatch informed as to the status of projects via two-way radio, digital pagers and cellular phones, if available.
• Prior to leaving job site, driver is responsible for completing all paperwork and collection of monies if necessary.
• Each operator is responsible to call callout each afternoon or evening, for next day’s start time.
• Each operator is expected to perform a post trip inspection of the concrete pump pursuant to DOT standards and identifies any issues with vehicle of relevant repairs. These repairs must be recorded and submitted on the daily inspection’s vehicle report. Communications with maintenance is imperative.
• If operator is not assigned a pumping event and called to work, operator may be asked to work or clean on pump or other related duties.
• Maintain effective working relationships with company employees, suppliers, and customers. Promote and maintain the professional image and reputation of the company and ensure timely problem resolution and customer satisfaction.
• Other duties as assigned by the placing manager.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education and/or

Experience:

• Must have education or the equivalent experience, certificates, licenses, and registrations for pump operations

Language

Skills:

• Must be able to read, write and speak English Mathematical

Skills:

• Must be able to perform simple math such as addition and subtraction.
• Must be able to handle cash and make change.

Reasoning Ability:
• Must be able to deal with customers and other employees in a diplomatic manner in a variety of stressful situations.
• Must safely operate pump truck and perform tasks that are congruent with company policy, and within state and federal laws.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
• Have a valid CDL driver’s license.
• Previous Heavy Duty Truck experience
• Pass The American Concrete Pumping Association (ACPA) test, within the first twelve (12) months of employment and maintain an ACPA recertification every two (2) years.
• Small line pumps
• High pressure pumps
• Multiple suction booms
• Technical section
• Safety and hand signals WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The work environment and physical demands described here are characteristic and representative of those that must…