Dump Truck Driver

Job ID: 521644

Since 1947, Harrison Construction Company, a CRH company, has been the preferred source for aggregate materials throughout eastern Tennessee and western North Carolina. Committed to quality, service and safety, our integrated products and services enable us to build and manage site development projects from concept through construction. In addition, by being a part of the CRH family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH. CRH is the number one asphalt producer and paver, the largest aggregates producer and the second largest ready-mix producer in North America. We are also the number four cement producer in North America and a leader in Canada. CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

Position Overview

The Dump Truck Driver is responsible for the transportation of material such as asphalt, stone, dirt, etc. to construction projects and company owned facilities or various customers. This is a skilled position involving the safe and efficient operation of dump trucks. Work will be performed per the Foreman's instruction.

• Properly follow all company policies and procedures for safe working procedures and environment. Report any problems to the Foreperson, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager.
• Perform daily pre/post trip inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with DOT guidelines
• Obey applicable laws and follow dispatch instructions
• Maintain daily vehicle mileage logs
• Monitor various gauges during operation of vehicle
• Must keep vehicle in clean and orderly condition. Job requires cleaning and washing of vehicle

• High school education or GED preferred but not required
• Must have a minimum of 2 years experience driving truck with similar weight and equipment

• Must be 18 years in age or older
• Must pass DOT physical, drug screen and criminal background check
• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times
• Ability to be flexible with schedule changes, location changes, time of shift changes. Overtime work required.
• Must be willing to work nights, weekends and out of town/county or state when necessary.
• Must report to the assigned job site and be ready to begin work at the designated start time
• Attendance required according to company attendance policy to ensure crew is able to operate at normal efficiency level
• Strict adherence to Company safety requirements and procedures
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA.

• Must maintain current driver's license that meets state requirements, i.e., CDL, Class A and/or B Driver
• MVR must meet company standards
• Thorough operational knowledge and skill of dump truck
• Ability to use Trakit phone for daily entries and timekeeping
• Ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently under a variety or working conditions
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as being able to work independently with attention to detail

• Job requires climbing, stooping, bending, squatting, lifting, stretching, sitting/driving and shifting gears and pulling
• Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk and hear
• May require sitting for extended periods of time
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance peripheral, depth, and the ability to focus
• Required regular lifting of 25 to 50 lbs. Occasionally may lift up to 75 lbs.
• Must be able to adapt and work in all weather conditions

• The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and risk of electrical shock or burn
• The noise level in some areas of the work environment may be loud, but is typically moderate

• 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