Gunite Truck Driver Job at CRH in West Palm Beach

Overview

Gunite Truck Driver - West Palm Beach, FL

Preferred Materials - Concrete Division, part of CRH South Division, is a leading supplier of ready mix concrete, concrete block, rebar and building materials in the state of Florida. With headquarters in Tampa, Florida, and operations in five key Florida markets, Preferred Materials serves municipalities, developers, architects, engineers, contractors, builders and suppliers with a wide variety of construction materials and products. Our employees make Preferred Materials a great place to work, and we promote a strong safety culture where employees take responsibility for their own safety.

Primary Job Function

Drivers are responsible for loading their trucks with a front end loader and cement silo. They then accompany the gunite crew to each job. Upon arrival, they help to set up the equipment, including unloading an air driven hopper and rolling out the hoses. They assist the gunite crew with the setup of the jobsite(s), including protection of the environment and surrounding real property. While the crew is working, the driver runs the sand/cement from the truck into the hopper and regulates the air flow from the compressor as needed. Upon completion of each job, drivers help to clean up the site and reload the equipment. There are two drivers assigned to each crew; when one driver is running material, the other ensures both the mixing auger on their truck and the spare hopper are chipped out.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety standards are met by complying with legislation, company policies, and promoting a safe work environment
• Report to work on time when scheduled
• Safely operate power equipment and hand tools in conformance with safety standards; operate and perform tasks in accordance with DOT regulations
• Conduct pre/post trip inspections daily
• Inspect and maintain augers, guns and hoses to ensure they are in proper working condition; make necessary repairs and report deficiencies to the supervisor
• Maintain constant visual contact with the gunite crew and use established communication methods to ensure proper material flow to the nozzle
• Assist gunite crew in setup and breakdown of jobsite tools and equipment
• Keep both guns clean at all times
• Lubricate all chains on batch truck daily
• Keep mixing augers chipped, cleaned and greased daily
• Batch truck drivers and gunmen are responsible for whips and bull hoses

Qualifications

• One year of commercial driving experience is required
• Must have a valid Class A or B CDL License
• Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to the construction industry
• Working knowledge of methods, materials and tools used in the construction industry
• Skill in operation of tools and equipment
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to effectively communicate in writing and verbally
• Ability to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions
• Must be able to operate manual transmission

What CRH Offers You

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

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today. Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Preferred Materials, Inc., 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.

EEO Notices

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.