SIMON | Lead Truck Driver

Subsidiary: Simon Simon is a subsidiary of Colas USA with operations throughout Colorado, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wyoming. We specialize in aggregate, asphalt, and ready-mix concrete materials production, with expert teams providing high-quality asphalt paving, concrete, bridge, and utility construction services. Through strong local ties backed by global resources, we focus on quality and value to deliver the best products and services for our clients. What we do is bigger than construction - it is about connecting communities, building new roads to the future, and keeping the spirit of the pioneers alive and well. To learn more about Simon visit Throughout Colas USA, we provide competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, using new technology, and enhancing vertical integration at all levels of the company's value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit Simon, and the rest of the Colas USA Family of Companies, is part of the Colas Group, the worldwide leader in transportation infrastructure construction and maintenance. For information on our international network visit Job Summary: Supports logistics operations by assisting with daily oversight and direction of internal team of drivers to ensure trucking operations targets and deadlines are met; operates commercial vehicles used to transport equipment and materials to internal and external customer sites. 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 * Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of truck drivers, providing guidance and support to ensure they meet performance and safety standards; train new drivers in company policies, procedures, and safety protocols, and provide ongoing coaching and development to the team * Manage internal driver's and truck's schedules based on Logistics Supervisor's schedule requirements * Conduct daily HASP meetings and weekly safety meetings * Ensure that all team members adhere to safety regulations, including the proper loading and unloading of cargo, securing loads, and complying with DOT regulations * Coordinate with operations and customers haul routes and delivery patterns when delivering materials and equipment to internal and external projects * Collaborate with logistics team to plan optimal routes, schedules, and load assignments, considering factors like traffic, weather conditions, and delivery deadlines * Perform pre-and post-trip safety inspections on truck to ensure safe operation of vehicles; maintain clean vehicle * Ensure safe operation of vehicle; document and report required maintenance andor repair to maintenance team (service department) * Maintain accurate documentation related to job assignments as required by the Company * Maintain clear and timely communication with the Logistics Supervisor and other team members to ensure smooth operations * Maintain driver logs according to state and federal regulations * Remain up to date on FMSCA and DOT regulations * Obtain all necessary permits for Simon owned trucks as needed * Manage Fleetwatcher dispatching and virtual ticketing in Logistics Supervisor's absence * Perform other projects and duties related to role as assigned Education: * High school diploma or equivalent * Class A CDL with endorsements and valid medical card required Skills: * 3+ years of commercial driving experience; experience operating multiple types of vehiclescombinations highly preferred * Prior experience in a manufacturing, construction, or similar environment preferred * Ability to provide direction to others, and ability to provide constructive feedback to support continuous improvement * Ability to interact professionally with internal and external customers and other team members * Solid knowledge of DOT guidelines and safety regulations related to the role * Ability and willingness to operate multiple types of 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 read and write, and understand English Physical Requirements: * Wear and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) as required * Occasionally required to lift andor move up to 50 pounds * Required to work from a seated position driving a commercial vehicle for long periods * Regularly required to climb in and out of vehicles andor equipment * Regularly required to use hands to handle and manipulate objects, including vehicle components, and secure hoses, chains, andor couplings, write, use a keyboard, andor mobile device * Regularly required to communicate (talk and hear), and perform tasks requiring visual acuity * Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and walk across uneven terrain * Regularly exposed to typical construction site conditions, including all outdoor weather conditions, dust, and airborne particles, fuel, oil, and other chemicals * 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, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Benefit offerings subject to change. Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to: * to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying * complete any part of the application process * access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying Please contact Colas Inc. at or send an email to . Nearest Major Market: South Dakota Nearest Secondary Market: Rapid City

Created: 2024-11-06