Asphalt Distributor Driver

Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE: Drivers will be responsible for driving (operating, maneuvering, navigating) commercial vehicles for the purpose of transporting and distributing material and equipment related to road construction/ maintenance operations. To support the company value of teamwork, drivers will be expected to assist as laborers and operators on paving and or/chipping crews. Management may also direct drivers to assist on special assignments or projects.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plan and conduct oil spraying on roads

Operate valve to regulate flow of material at specified rate and adjust levers to adjust height of spray bar

Maintaining appropriate DOT logs

Maintaining neat and accurate assigned paperwork

Assisting with preparing roads for surfacing

Performing daily inspection on assigned equipment and referring defects or repairs to Equipment Division

Ensuring that equipment used is clean and well taken care of

QUALIFICATIONS:

Commercial Driver’s License – Class A; B; Hazmat Endorsement, depending on specific role and equipment to be operated

Knowledge of regulations and operation of vehicle

Must be able to maneuver and control the vehicle in a safe and effective fashion including signaling, searching for hazards, controlling speed and land positioning. Must be able to back trucks in and around tight corners, through manufacturing areas and around high pedestrian traffic

Safety conscious – must be able to follow safety procedures

High school graduate (or equivalent)

Ability to work varied shifts and long hours during peak operation times (spring, summer and fall).

Ability to work in inclement weather (very hot or cold)

Ability to perform heavy manual tasks

Skills

Control Precision – ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of the vehicle to exact positions. Ability to operate vehicles and/or equipment under varying conditions

Communication – ability to provide information to supervisors and co-workers by telephone, written form, or in person. Must be able to communicate with people outside the company, favorably representing the organization to customers, the public, DOTs, and other external sources. Must be able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions

Dependability – driver positions require being reliable, responsible and dependable – fulfilling obligations

Teamwork/Cooperation – ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors and the general public. Position requires being sensitive to others’ needs and being understanding and helpful on the job

Adaptability/Flexibility – drivers must be open to change (positive and negative) and to variety in the workplace

Tools and Equipment Used

Transportation/distribution vehicles, dump/triaxle truck, pickup truck, common hand and power tools, shovels, wrenches, detection devices, mobile radio, telephone

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to:

Perform sedentary work, which includes sitting a majority of the time, yet occasionally exerting up to ten pounds of force. Work setting is primarily field based and conditions may involve limited exposure to chemicals, fumes, dust, odors, gases and other substances used in a construction environment. Must have the ability to see, hear, talk and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity. Operate standard office equipment including a computer, copier, fax, phone and other similar office equipment.