Tack Truck Driver - Richmond Job at Branscome in Richmond

Overview

Job Title: Tack Truck Driver - Richmond
Location: Richmond, VA

Major Role and Purpose

Safely and efficiently drive the asphalt distributor to spray liquid asphalt as needed.

Description of Duties

• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all federal, state, local and company safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task
• Drive asphalt distributor to spray liquid asphalt as needed
• Load distribution tank with asphalt material and regulate burner to maintain specified temperature
• Set spray bar on manual, automatic, or semiautomatic distributors, that sprays tar, asphalt, road oils and emulsions over highways, streets, and parking areas
• Observe distribution of material over surface and monitor instruments to ensure uniform distribution
• Turn valve to regulate flow of material at specified rate
• Monitor flow gauges, tachometer, and temperature gauges
• Direct handheld nozzle to control spray over designated area with specified coverage
• Set string line on edges of road if needed
• Perform pre and post trip inspections on assigned vehicle
• Assist crew with shoveling and other tasks when tack truck is not in use
• Perform all other duties deemed necessary or assigned

Education

• High School Diploma preferred

Work Experience

• Minimum one (1) year previous experience preferred

Skills Required

• Must possess a valid CDL, Class A or B license with a Tanker endorsement
• HAZMAT endorsement preferred
• Understand DOT guidelines and regulations
• Ability to perform basic math
• Experience working in and around construction sites
• Able to work nights and weekends as needed
• Ability to operate additional heavy equipment a plus

Physical Demands

• Job requires the following motions: climbing, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, vibrating, and reaching
• Requires lifting up to 50 lbs
• Overtime work is required
• Potential exposure to extremes of hot or cold weather

Equal Opportunity Employer
EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet

About Branscome

For more than 60 years in Virginia, our crews have been safely delivering the infrastructure that our communities are built on. We take immense pride in building the things that you can see, but also those you can’t. Camaraderie in the field, with our clients, and out in the community is the spirit that drives our dedication and commitment to excellence. Branscome’s vertically integrated services provide a streamlined end-to-end scalable solution for our customers. It’s the satisfaction of a job well done and the recognition of team effort that keep us creating infrastructure and connecting people.

When you work for Branscome, you join our innovative team in completing the area’s most important large-scale, fast-track projects. You help us provide excavation, site work, underground utilities, asphalt paving, ready-mix concrete, and more to a slew of satisfied clients. Branscome workers take pride in their work and inspire each other with teamwork, innovation, and enthusiasm. Branscome offers benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, retirement savings and professional development.

EEO Statement
Branscome is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our differences breed the ideas which fuel our success. We comply with applicable laws and provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance completing the online application, contact Human Resources at (757) 229-2504.

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