Distributor Truck Driver / Laborer

Why Precision Paving, Inc.:

Precision Paving, Inc. is part of The Gerken Companies, where our success is rooted in an ongoing demonstration of our core values. We act with integrity when dealing with customers, suppliers, and coworkers. Safety is a priority; our entire team works to keep each other safe at work. We believe in shared success; when we help customers succeed, they keep coming back, and we can offer team members rewarding and stable livelihoods. Professional development is critical to growing a solid team, so we train and empower our teams to do great work. Finally, community support is our passion because we do more than work in the communities our companies serve; we live here, too.

Job Summary:

The Distributor Truck Driver / Laborer is responsible for driving distributor truck and performing other manual tasks on paving job sites, providing support, and ensuring the smooth progress of projects. Union membership is required for this position.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Apply tack coat to road surfaces ahead of paving operations.
• Perform various manual tasks such as laying out string line, digging, lifting, carrying, and moving materials
• Assist in site preparation by identifying and removing obstacles and potential hazards.
• Safely transport and handle construction materials, tools, and equipment as needed.
• Assist in loading and unloading materials from trucks and other equipment.
• Provide support to other skilled workers such as Operators, Flaggers, etc.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized job site throughout the duration of the project.
• Properly dispose of construction debris and waste materials in accordance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and protocols to promote a secure working environment, including consistently wearing and maintaining required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and other team members
• Promptly report safety concerns, hazards, or incidents to the appropriate personnel.
• In-person attendance is required.

Other Required Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform additional duties as assigned by management to support project and operational needs.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds independently and up to 150 pounds with assistance, frequently throughout the workday.
• Willing and able to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, and rain.
• Flexibility to work outside standard business hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by project schedules.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, and kneel for extended periods during the workday.
• Able to perform physically demanding tasks consistently throughout the day.
• Must possess manual dexterity to handle and transport tools, materials, generators, and construction equipment.
• Frequently required to walk and work on uneven terrain, including natural ground surfaces, in varying environmental conditions.
• May be exposed to high levels of noise, dust, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel, and other substances commonly present on construction sites.

Skills/Abilities:

• Must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with no manual transmission restriction (required); A Class A CDL is strongly preferred.
• Must maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment and the movement of mobile equipment
• Ability to adapt to changing tasks and responsibilities based on project needs
• Strong verbal communication skills and excellent attention to detail are essential.
• Proven ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Represent The Gerken Companies to customers in a professional manner, supporting the company's goals.

Education and Experience:

• Education equivalent to graduation from an accredited high school is required.
• Basic knowledge of construction tools and equipment is required.

Competitive Benefits Package:

• Company-paid/discounted YMCA membership

• Dental and Vision Insurance (Medical insurance offered through Laborers' Union)

• Traditional and Roth 401(k) Plan

• A supportive and growth-oriented work culture

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

• Stability and rewarding livelihood for you and your family

Join our team and be part of a company that values safety, teamwork, and professional growth!

Note: This job description is subject to change and does not constitute an employment agreement. This position description is not all-inclusive. This position is required to perform miscellaneous duties and functions as may be assigned. This includes working in all classifications that an employee may be assigned to. Nothing in the job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job related disability, or any other protected group status.

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