Job purpose
The position of Cement Mixer Truck Driver/ Operator is responsible for the driving and operation of a cement mixer equipment as required by project operations, as well as its basic preventive maintenance.
Duties and responsibilities
•Drives truck equipped with auxiliary concrete mixer to deliver concrete mix to job sites: Drives truck under loading hopper to receive sand, gravel, cement, and water and starts mixer. Loads and delivers ready mixed concrete efficiently and as required by project operations.
•Drives truck to location for unloading. Ensures that the equipment is properly parked and shut-off on the designated location after operation.
•Moves levers on truck to release concrete down truck chute into wheelbarrow or other conveying container or directly into area to be poured with concrete. Properly discharges ready mixed concrete on the job site.
• May spray surfaces of truck with protective compound to prevent adhering of concrete. Ensures that the equipment is operated within the limits of its specifications as indicated on the equipment manual.
•Cleans truck after delivery to prevent concrete from hardening in mixer and on truck, using water hose and hoe. Ensures the cleanliness of the interior, exterior and accessories of the equipment is maintained at all times.
•Conducts a thorough check of the equipment before and after operation on a daily basis.
• Assists in the basic preventive maintenance of the equipment.