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Whitaker Construction, founded in 1953, has over 70 years of experience in the heavy civil and underground utility construction industry. As an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, Whitaker has become one of the largest contractors in the Intermountain area with more than 600 employees and nearly 70 crews. We perform sanitary sewer, storm drain, culinary water, irrigation, earthwork, roadway construction, dams, landfills, natural gas pipelines, industrial piping, and telecommunication projects primarily in Utah, Idaho, Nevada, Wyoming, Colorado, and Oregon.

We are seeking a dependable and skilled Volumetric Concrete Mixer Truck Operator to join our team. This highly specialized role ensures accurate on-site production and delivery of concrete to support field operations across diverse civil and utility projects. The ideal candidate is safety-minded, technically proficient, and capable of operating independently while maintaining excellent communication with field leadership and clients.

Including but not limited to the list below.

Volumetric Mixer Operation & Production

• Safely operate a volumetric concrete mixer truck to batch, mix, and deliver concrete according to project specifications.
• Adjust mix settings and material ratios based on field needs, environmental conditions, and specifications.
• Perform quality assurance checks to ensure consistency and structural integrity of concrete.

Delivery & Field Coordination

• Deliver concrete to multiple job sites as scheduled and directed by Superintendents and Foremen.
• Maintain communication with field teams to ensure timely delivery and respond to job-site changes or needs.
• Assist field crews during delivery as appropriate.

Material & Equipment Management

• Load raw materials (aggregate, cement, admixtures, water) and monitor inventory levels.
• Inspect and maintain the truck, mixer, and associated equipment for safe and efficient operation.
• Conduct daily pre- and post-trip inspections and complete DOT-required documentation.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow company and DOT safety standards and maintain compliance with all regulations.
• Maintain a clean truck and work area, following environmental and spill-prevention protocols.
• Participate in regular safety meetings and training programs.

Documentation

• Accurately track concrete volumes, mix adjustments, loads delivered, and jobsite details using tablets or manual logs.

Skills and Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and current medical card.
• Ability to maintain company driving privileges.
• Prior experience operating heavy trucks (Class A or B CDL preferred; willingness to obtain CDL required).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Ability to perform physical labor, lift up to 50 lbs., and work in varying weather conditions.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating a volumetric concrete mixer.
• Experience in concrete or construction field operations.
• Familiarity with tablet-based field reporting or delivery tracking systems.

Whitaker Construction offers an exceptional benefits package, including:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): Employees earn shares in the company — all employees have ownership in the company and its success.
• Competitive wages.
• Health, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and supplemental insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Quarterly incentive program (profit sharing).
• Referral bonuses.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The ADA defines "reasonable accommodation" as a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that allows a qualified individual with a disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a particular job, and does not cause an undue hardship for the employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Whitaker Construction is an equal opportunity employer. Whitaker will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.