Texas Materials

Water Truck Driver

New Braunfels, TX

About This Job

Job ID: 510777

Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset. We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being. When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas.

Position Overview

Drives water truck with capacity of 3,000 gallons, to transport water to and from specified destinations.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

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Drives truck to destination in a safe and efficient manner.

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Responsible for loading truck either from water tower or other designated source.

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Responsible for applying water to construction area either for dust control or to help achieve compaction of construction materials.

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Maintain telephone or radio contact with appropriate supervisor to receive delivery instructions.

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Assigned to be “over the road” or limited to a construction site.

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Maintain truck log according to state and federal regulations.

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Properly follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA.

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Follow directions of Foreman as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or jobsite.

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Perform minor servicing and maintenance of equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water; refer major problems to the Foreman.

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Perform daily pre-and-post inspections to the truck with appropriate documentation in compliance with company policies.

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Assist in training less experienced employees on the proper operations, servicing and repair of equipment to further their abilities.

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Assist crew with other tasks when not operating water truck.

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Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.

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Reliable attendance is essential in performance of this role.

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Responsible for keeping Asphalt Rollers and Milling Machines supplied with water as needed.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations, using some combination of skills and abilities.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Less than high school education; or two years of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education or experience.

Work Requirements

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Must possess a Commercial Driver’s License with Tank Endorsement. (Class B)

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Must be able to pass medical exam to possess a medical card according to DOT regulations.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

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Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

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Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

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Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization.

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Able to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.

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Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Physical Requirements

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to drive, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to talk, hear, climb and sit. The employee is occasionally required to bend, kneel, squat, stand; walk, reach with hands and arms.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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Climb: ascend/descend three point entry into cab of equipment.

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Lift: exertion of physical strength to move objects (0-100 lbs.) from one level to another.

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Carry: hold or rest weighted objects (50-70 lbs.) directly on hands, arms, shoulders, or back while walking from one location to another.

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Bend: flexion of the upper trunk forward while standing and knees extended or knees flexed when sitting.

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Push/Pull: Exertion of force on or against object (70 lbs.) to move it from one location to another.

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Reach: extend the hands and arms in any direction.

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Kneel: maintain the body in an erect posture while resting body weight on one or both knees.

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Stoop: flexion of the upper body forward at the waist with partial flexion of the knee while standing.

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Twist: using hand tools such as wrenches and screwdrivers.

Work Environment

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Noise: sufficient noise, either constant or intermittent, to cause marked distraction or possible injury to sense of hearing.

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Fumes: vaporous emissions, usually odorous, thrown off as the result of combustion or chemical reaction.

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Gases: carbon monoxide and ozone.

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Dust: airborne particles of any kind such as dust.

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Hazards: closeness to moving mechanical parts; slipping while ascending/descending equipment cab; exposure to high temperatures during the summer and cold temperatures during the winter.

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Protection: required to wear hard hat, safety glasses (prescription or non-prescription) with side shields, safety vest, gloves, steel-toed safety shoes, hearing protection.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

What CRH/Texas Materials Offers You

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An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

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Competitive base pay

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Medical, dental and disability benefits programs

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Group retirement savings program

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Health and wellness programs

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.

For more information visit: www.crh.com

Come build your career with us! Apply today and find out how your skills and experience can translate to opportunities that advance your career. Please complete your online application and profile for consideration.

Texas Materials, 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.

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