Metro Pavers Driver Training Program

Driver Training Program/Truck Driver

ABOUT THE JOB

Essential Job Functions:• Performs pre/post-trip safety inspection of truck in accordance with DOT regulations, including checking fluids such as oil, antifreeze, and lights; reports any maintenance issues to the mechanic before getting dispatched. • Completes and turns in all required paperwork daily. • Load and Unload Material at Quarry, Plant, or Jobsite- including but not limited to sand, rock, subbase, concrete. • Must follow and adhere to all per DOT, OSHA, and Metro Ready Mix policies and procedures including, but not limited to loading/ unloading and hooking up trailers, adhering to all weight restrictions. • Ensure that the correct material is being loaded. • Daily, clean trucks inside and out per Metro Ready Mix, LC. policy. • Using the Fast Weigh App to accept and sign for the tickets for all loads hauled. • Accurately and completely fill out hire haul ticket and Obtain customer's signature for any materials/services provided. • Communicates in a timely manner with the Dispatcher/Plant Manager, Project Manager and/or person in charge of the construction site as to truck status and location. • Operate vehicles per DOT & Metro Ready Mix policies regulations as well as follow all traffic laws. • Will operate all vehicles/equipment requested and allowed per the Commercial Driver's License held. This may include:• Concrete Mixer (Class A & B)• Side Dump (Class A & B)• Water Truck - If a tanker endorsement is had. (Class A & B)• Tractor Trailer/Tanker (Class A) -may include hauling heavy and oversized loads. • May operate other equipment as needed, including, but not limited to loader, forklift, skytrak. • Perform other duties as assigned, including assisting the Plant Maintenance Technician with maintenance tasks. • Assist, as needed, with upkeep, maintenance and cleaning of the Ready Mix Plants, including the portable plant, and equipment including but not limited to:• Clean debris that falls from belts during production• Keep properties clean/lawn maintenance.• General cleaning inside: batch office, breakroom, restroom • Works safely following all Metro Ready Mix, LC. safety policies/SOPS, OSHA regulations, and DOT Regulations.• Accurately clock time in and out, per task, in WorkMax throughout the shift. • Assist in helping train new employees to learn our equipment, policies, and procedures. • Must report all accidents, incidents, and near misses to Supervisor or Safety Manager as soon as safe to do so.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs pre/post-trip safety inspection of truck in accordance with DOT regulations.
• Completes and turns in all required paperwork daily.
• Load and Unload Material at Quarry, Plant, or Jobsite.
• Communicates with Dispatcher/Plant Manager, Project Manager regarding truck status and location.
• Assist in helping train new employees to learn our equipment, policies, and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must follow and adhere to all per DOT, OSHA, and Metro Ready Mix policies and procedures.
• Operate vehicles per DOT & Metro Ready Mix policies regulations as well as follow all traffic laws.
• Must report all accidents, incidents, and near misses to Supervisor or Safety Manager as soon as safe to do so.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY

The first portion of this internship training is provided through Kirkwood Community College located at Cedar Rapids Iowa. This is where the intern shall undergo theoretical and hands on training and obtain a Class B Commercial Drivers License credential. After this the student is then trained on the job with our equipment 30-45 days. The goal of this program is to engage interns in training that will lead to the intern obtaining an Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) Class B Commercial Drivers License. And train interns on our specific equipment leading toward the Intern being able to safely operate our equipment on their own and successfully be employed with the company.

TARGET MOCS

All MOCs

ELIGIBLE SERVICE BRANCHES

All Services

BENEFITS

• Training through Kirkwood Community College to obtain a Class B Commercial Drivers License.
• On-the-job training with company equipment.
• Opportunity to be employed with the company after training.

PROGRAM COST

0

OTHER

APPLICATION PROCESS: This SkillBridge internship opportunity is managed by Iowa Workforce Development. In order to begin, please complete a SkillBridge Service Member Application at the link below and be sure to select Metro Pavers and the Driver Training program. Once received a member of Metro Pavers will reach out to you to further discuss your interest and any additional opportunities that may align with your end goals here in Iowa. https://seam.ly/5dOpQgZ8