Diamond Project Per Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Location: Nationwide travel
Reports to: Field Superintendent
Employment Status: Full-time (Non-exempt)
Salary Range: Starting $30 per hour, depending on experience
Other Compensation & Benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance (100% employer paid), Life Insurance (100% employer paid), Profit sharing, 401(k), ESOP Retirement

About Diamond Surface, Inc.

Diamond Surface, Inc. is a Minnesota-based heavy-highway contractor with more than 35 years of experience specializing in concrete grinding, grooving, repair, and sealing. We are proud to be recognized as a Best Contractor in Construction and are known nationwide for setting the standard for quality, innovation, and professionalism in our field. We are a rapidly growing, team-oriented organization that believes our success starts with hiring and supporting exceptional people. In 2024, we became an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company — meaning every eligible employee has an ownership stake in the business. As an ESOP, we are deeply committed to creating long-term financial benefits for our team, strengthening our culture of collaboration, and ensuring that the hard work of our employees directly contributes to their own financial future.

As a growing, team-oriented company, we’re looking for a Tanker Driver to join our crew.

Position Summary

The Tanker Driver supports concrete grinding operations by operating and maintaining a tanker truck, managing slurry removal, and assisting with general jobsite labor as needed. This role requires a strong work ethic, attention to safety, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, travel-heavy construction environment.

Key Responsibilities/Essential Functions

(General duties; not all inclusive)

Operational Support

• Safely operate a semi with tanker trailer in support of grinding operations, including following grinder equipment during active work.
  • Including driving in and out of traffic closures on highways/interstates.
• Transport and properly dispose of slurry at designated pits or disposal locations.
• Perform tanker washouts, including climbing onto the tanker as required.
• Maintain accurate E-Logs and comply with DOT regulations at all times.

Jobsite Assistance

• Frequently get in and out of the truck to connect, move, and manage hoses for the grinder.
• Assist with traffic control tasks, including moving traffic barrels when required.
• Support other crew members with general labor duties to keep the job site running efficiently, including assisting on yard days.

Equipment & Safety

• Conduct routine inspections and assist with basic mechanical troubleshooting and minor repairs.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with crew members, supervisors, and equipment operators.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

Required

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Tanker endorsement
• Ability to maintain DOT compliance, including E-Logs
• Willingness to travel extensively and work long hours as project demands require
• Strong safety awareness and sound decision-making skills

Preferred

• Mechanical aptitude and experience troubleshooting or repairing construction equipment
• Prior experience working in highway, heavy civil, or construction environments

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

(Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).

Physical expectations of this role include:

• Frequent standing and walking on concrete and uneven surfaces for extended periods
• Use of hands/arms to operate machinery and tools.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more as needed for equipment handling.
• Ability to climb, crawl, or work on/around machinery as essential to inspections and repairs.
• Visual abilities including distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Ability to remain with equipment for extended periods and work long shifts.

All physical requirements are directly related to essential job tasks performed in active construction environments.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Outdoor work in all weather conditions, temperature extremes, and varying jobsite environments.
• Noise levels requiring proper PPE.
• Extensive travel—often weeks to months at a time.
• Ability to work during the day, night, or rotating shifts depending on project needs.
• Primary shop location: Big Lake, MN; additional shop location: Huxley, IA

BENEFITS

• Health Insurance – Multiple Options
• Dental Insurance – Employer-paid
• Life Insurance – Employer-paid
• Significant weekly overtime
• 401(k) Retirement
• ESOP: Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Home for the holidays
• Company-paid hotel rooms
• Weekly per diem
• Company apparel
• Paid referral program
• Year-end bonuses
• CDL training program available

Compensation is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and travel availability.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

Our company is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with the Minnesota Human Rights Act and federal law regarding employment discrimination and provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. Applicants needing accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact us.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This job description is not designed to cover every duty, responsibility, or activity required of the employee. Duties may change at any time with or without notice based on project or operational needs.