Truck Driver

Location: Rapid City, SD

Simon is a subsidiary of Colas USA with operations throughout Colorado, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wyoming. To learn more about Simon visit www.simonteam.com.

To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.

Operates a commercial vehicle to transport aggregate materials (soil, sand, gravel, asphalt, etc.) to and from specified destinations; performs other related duties as assigned in support of material production and construction operations. 

Main Responsibilities

• Embrace the Company’s safety culture, actively support all safety initiatives, and adhere to defined accountabilities implemented by the Safety Steering and Continuous Improvement teams
• Support, promote, and practice the Company core values, vision, and mission; follow code of ethics, workplace conduct, safety, and other established policies
•  Perform pre- and post-trip safety inspections on truck to ensure vehicle operation safety
• Ensure safe operation of vehicle; document and report required maintenance and/or repair to maintenance team
• Ensure safe operation of vehicle; document and report required maintenance and/or repair to maintenance team
• Follow procedures to safely operate vehicle, including securing cargo before, during, and after transit, and positioning blocks as required
• Keep a clean vehicle, including vehicle exterior and interior of operator cab
• Safely operate assigned vehicle(s); may be required to operate multiple types of vehicles and vehicle/trailer combinations involved in operations
• Observe all OSHA, FMCSA, and other industry regulations, company safety policies, and general rules of the road
• Assist in loading and unloading of materials in truck/trailer bed; may include operation of heavy equipment (including but not limited to a skid steer, loader, or similar)
• Prepare bill of lading and/or similar documentation for loads transported
• Maintain accurate documentation related to job assignments as required by the Company
• Maintain regular contact with supervisor to receive pick-up and delivery instructions
• Maintain driver logs according to state and federal regulations
• Perform other projects and duties related to role as assigned

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Class A CDL with endorsements and valid medical card required

Skills

• 2 or more years of commercial driving experience preferred; construction experience and experience operating multiple types of vehicles/combinations highly preferred
• Prior experience in construction or similar industry a plus
• Ability to operate different commercial vehicles, including but not limited to belly dumps, side dumps, end dumps, water trucks, etc.
• Ability to maintain a clean driving record and compliance with applicable FMCSA CDL driver requirements
• Ability to interact on a professional level with internal and external customers and other team members
• Ability to read and write, and understand English

Physical Requirements

• Wear and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
• Occasionally required to lift and /or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
• Regularly required to communicate (talk and hear), and perform tasks requiring visual acuity
• Regularly exposed to all outdoor weather conditions, dust, and airborne particles
• Required to work from a seated position driving a commercial vehicle for long periods
• Regularly required to climb in and out of vehicles and/or equipment
• Regularly required to use hands to handle and manipulate objects, including vehicle components, and secure hoses, chains, and/or couplings
• Regularly required to use hands to feel, handle and manipulate objects, write, use a keyboard and/or mobile device
• Regularly required to stand and walk across uneven terrain
• Regularly exposed to fuel, oil, and other chemicals
• Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Frequent exposure to loud noise 
• Occasional travel with overnight stays away from home may be required

Benefits and Perks

• Choice of 3 Medical Plan Options
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Options
• Access to Telemedicine and Healthcare Advocacy Services
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Product and Service Group Discount Programs

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job...

Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details, please click here to view the EEO document.

If you require an accommodation for the application process, please call 973-290-9082 or email ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.