Water Truck Driver (CDL) Job at Granite Construction, Wharton, TX

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  • Granite Construction
  • Wharton, TX

Job Description

This position is responsible for safely operating a water tanker truck to transport water for use throughout job sites, drainage, and structures to control dust by spraying water on roadways or to achieve compaction of construction materials. Requires a CDL with Tank Endorsement is a must. This Project offers On the Job Training Program (OJT). Essential Job Accountabilities include filling truck with water from approved supply sources; may drive truck equipped with sprinkling attachment to settle dust on roadways and streets to saturate flexible base for compaction; distinguish when roads are over-watered, creating unsafe operating conditions; safely operate truck in often unstable ground conditions; perform pre- and post-inspections on truck, pursuant to DOT regulations, company guidelines and manufacturer’s specifications; maintain the equipment according to the standards set in place by the company and manufacturer’s specifications; assist crews with other tasks as required when not operating water truck; perform other duties as required. Work Experience required: Class A or B CDL driver’s license with tanker endorsement; experience driving a water truck on roadway construction sites preferred; experience operating heavy equipment preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities include knowledge with DOT regulations; ability to navigate uneven and rough terrain safely; ability to recognize hazardous conditions; ability to work day, swing, and night shifts (occasionally extended hours); ability to work in constant exposure to outside elements, in all weather conditions; ability to work in safety sensitive construction setting, including exposure to moving machinery and heavy equipment; ability to work collaboratively with a team in a fast-paced and complex environment; ability to squat, crawl, and work in awkward positions/confined spaces. Physical Demands include physical dexterity, stamina, and excellent hand-eye coordination with ability to grasp, assemble, and lift objects, stand, sit, and walk for extended periods over uneven surfaces, squat, bend, climb ladders onto equipment or other objects, and potentially lie down; lifting, pushing, pulling of heavy items weighing up to 50 lbs. or more. Additional Requirements/Skills: comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment; ability and willingness to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct daily.

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Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Flexible hours, Night shift, Day shift, Afternoon shift,

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