Canon City, CO, US, 81212 United Companies East
United Companies, is a CRH Company. Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.
This is a skilled position involving the safe and efficient operation of end dumps and or belly dumps (with and without pups (trailers) and tarping systems). Drivers will deliver all types of soils, aggregates and other materials to locations both residential and commercial.
Wage Ranges from $22-$28 per hour, dependent upon experience
Thorough operational knowledge and skills of end dumps and/or belly dumps (with and without pups) and Live Bottom or related equipment to be operated. Can operate equipment safely and efficiently. Must keep time and material records. Must follow verbal and written instruction. Knowledge of different types and sizes of aggregates. Must have maneuvering and backing skills with double and triple pup. Must be able to communicate effectively on the radio system. Connect and disconnect pup trailer.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience: High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required. One - Two years of previous experience required. Must possess a valid state commercial driver's license (CDL) Class A with appropriate endorsements.
Must be 18 years in age or older. Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check. Report to the job site dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time. Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook. Willingness to work independently within in a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required. Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required (up to 75% of the time).
Knowledge/Skill Requirements: Thorough operational knowledge and skills of trucks and related equipment to be operated. Ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently under a variety of working conditions. Ability to read, write and do basic mathematical calculations in order to keep time and material records. Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as being able to work independently with attention to detail. Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Ability to operate heavy and complex equipment requiring skill and the exercise of independent judgment. Must be familiar with securing heavy equipment and other over dimensional loads. Ability to professionally interact with customers, collect payments and assist with issues that may arise. Ability to operate various types of heavy equipment that may include but not limited to Truck/Car, Frontend Loader, Motor Grader, Asphalt Paver, and Haul Truck.
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs. Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently. Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed. Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
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