Driver Transport

Mesa, AZ, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee assistance program

Retirement plan options

Holiday pay

Job Description

CEMEX is a globally recognized building materials company, established in 1906, with a rich history spanning over 110 years. The company has expanded its footprint internationally to serve customers and communities across the Americas, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. CEMEX is known for providing high-quality products coupled with reliable service tailored to the construction industry and related sectors. With a longstanding reputation for stability and excellence, CEMEX offers a dynamic work environment where employees can build rewarding careers. The organization prioritizes competitive wages, promoting career advancement opportunities, and offering excellent benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance plans, vacation or paid time off, an employee assistance program, and retirement plan options. Interested candidates can explore more about the company's culture and employment opportunities on their official career portals.

The role of a Tractor Trailer Driver at CEMEX is pivotal in ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of building materials to various destinations including job sites, company properties, and customer locations. This full-time position emphasizes adherence to safety regulations set forth by DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and MSHA, with a strong focus on maintaining customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. The driver is responsible for safely operating tractor-trailer combinations, verifying delivery instructions, ensuring proper loading and unloading of products, and performing necessary vehicle inspections. The role demands physical endurance and attention to detail in maintaining equipment cleanliness, personal appearance, and readiness to conduct minor roadside repairs if needed. Communication and teamwork with dispatchers, supervisors, and customers are essential to successfully fulfill job duties. Moreover, the role requires the driver to have a comprehensive understanding of local traffic routes and the ability to manage time effectively through 15-minute startups and 25-minute shutdowns. Working conditions include exposure to extreme weather and noise levels, necessitating the use of protective equipment. Candidates must meet physical demands such as lifting heavy objects and passing DOT physicals including hearing tests and drug/alcohol screenings to ensure safety in this physically intensive occupation.

Job Requirements

Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL Class A)
Minimum of 1-year experience as a CDL driver
No DUI or DWI in the last 5 years
Acceptable CSA score with no more than 3 moving violations in the past 7 years
Ability to read, write, and speak English
High school diploma or GED preferred
Ability to use various forms of technology
Must pass DOT physical including hearing test and drug/alcohol screen
Ability to exert physical effort including lifting, pushing, pulling, climbing, up to 100 pounds occasionally
Willingness to work outdoors in extreme conditions and wear safety protective equipment

Job Qualifications

Must possess a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL Class A)
Must have a minimum of 1-year experience as a CDL driver
MVR - No DUI’s or DWI’s in the last 5 years
Acceptable CSA score - no more than 3 moving violations in the previous 7 years
Be able to read, write, and speak English
High school diploma/GED preferred
Bilingual a plus
Able to use a variety of technology

Job Duties

Safely drive truck to and from destination applying knowledge of DOT driving regulations and area roads
Check loads to ensure product is being hauled in an appropriate and safe manner
Verify directions with plant personnel before leaving the plant to ensure delivery to the correct customer and job site
Strive to meet customer expectations without exception and achieve highly positive customer satisfaction survey results consistent with strategic objectives
Develop extensive working relationships with customers, both external and internal, in order to maximize opportunities for CEMEX and to ensure customer needs are addressed
Keep equipment in acceptable condition of cleanliness using approved cleaning materials and supplies
Maintain personal appearance in neat and clean manner
Maintain contact with supervisor/dispatch to receive and transmit delivery instructions
Assist other company employees as needed
Complete pre and post-trip inspections on truck equipment and supplies, such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water
15 minute Start-Up
25 minutes Shut-Down
May perform roadside repairs, such as installing light bulbs, etc.
Maintain good working knowledge of the traffic routes of the city
Must be able to take orders, instructions, and guidance from supervisors and management
Cooperate and promote a team concept between himself and all other company employees, as well as all CEMEX's customers
Adhere to all CEMEX, DOT, FMCSA, OSHA and MSHA rules and regulations at all times
Meet or exceed company safety standards
Perform other job responsibilities as assigned