Job Description

General Summary of the Position:

Drives truck equipped with various configurations of dump body to transport and dump materials such as rock, asphalt, dirt or other materials as needed.  Operates bulldozer, end loader, and excavator to load dump truck. Drives other vehicles and/or configurations as assigned and trained.  Ability to drive all vehicle types.

Essential Functions:

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.)

• Performs daily truck equipment inspections and all required safety equipment including, but not limited to; tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water, etc. before each shift to assure equipment is safe for usage. Completes written daily inspection report as required.  Submits request for maintenance for any repair items.
• Maintains truck logs or time recordings as required by state, federal, and company policies and regulations.
• Assist with proper and legal loading of materials for transport.
• Weighs in and out at scales for load ticketing and legal weight compliance.
• Operate truck safely to and from project destination.
• Maintains telephone and/or radio contact with foreman for instructions.
• Pulls levers or turns crank to tilt body and dump contents.
• Move hand and foot controls for truck movement forward and backward and to loosen and dump material adhering to body.  Occasionally set tailgate chains for measured spreading delivery.  
• Positions blocks and/or tarps to secure load for transit.
• Loads, unloads, and secures equipment on various trailer types.   Secures equipment using various chains, ratchets and binders.
• Performs post trip vehicle inspections of vehicles driven, equipment moved, and trailers towed, noting any defects or deficiencies in writing.   
• Performs all safety procedures required by governmental agencies and those established by Hemphill Construction Company, Inc.
• Employee may be sent to other job-site locations to perform duties as required.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License
• Valid Air Brake Endorsements

• Thorough knowledge in the proper use of dump trucks and related materials and supplies used in heavy construction work.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable safety precautions.
• Ability to work under general supervision according to work schedule.
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Good communication skills to coordinate work flow with other crew members.

Required Education, Training and Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or
• One to three years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work Environment:

• Regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull or carry objects, use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue and to effectively jump, sprint or throw an object.
• Requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination.
• Noise level is generally loud.
• Excellent stamina is required.

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