LEHMAN-ROBERTS COMPANY - A PROUD TRADITION SINCE 1939

Lehman-Roberts Company and sister company Memphis Stone and Gravel, have been a part of the fabric of Memphis for more than a combined 190 years. Now in its fourth generation of family ownership, Patrick Nelson leads as President in our dedication to the manufacturing and placement of quality hot mix asphalt along with surface mining of aggregates. Anchoring our company's efforts are the core values of stewardship, humility, continuous improvement, and relationships. With manufacturing facilities throughout West Tennessee and North Mississippi, the family of companies specializes in construction projects ranging from commercial projects to miles of interstate highway paving throughout the Mid-South.

Starting Pay: $19 hr.

Benefits:

We have committed to become a leader in the highway construction and aggregate industries by rewarding our most valuable resource... our employees!  As part of the family, we offer:

  • Paid Vacations/ Holiday/ Earned Paid Time Off
  • Medical/ Dental/ Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • 401K w/ Company Match and Profit Sharing
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Additional Voluntary Life Insurance and Disability 

CDL Driver Summary

  • Primary responsibilities will be for the operation and transportation of water truck and asphalt distributor truck. 
  • Secondary responsibilities will include various operational field duties including helping team with paving (shoveling and raking asphalt) and heavy construction operations, including the operation of construction equipment.

CDL Driver Responsibilities

  • Learn and exhibit company core values, resulting in being a cooperative team member who displays a positive and supportive attitude.
  • Properly follow all OSHA regulations and company Safety Program requirements to ensure safe working procedures and a safe working environment while operating all heavy equipment.
  • Follow instructions from crew foremen, leaders, managers, state DOT inspectors, auditors and officials.
  • Water truck and distributor truck operation and daily maintenance.
  • Perform secondary responsibilities of helping paving team with shoveling and raking asphalt and/ or operating other construction equipment.

CDL Driver Requirements

  • Minimum age requirement is 21, may have to drive across state lines.
  • CDL license A or B is required for this position with an acceptable driving history.
  • Must have a tanker endorsement on driver's license, or the ability to get one within two weeks.
  • Minimum 1 year of road construction and paving experience or other commercial construction experience strongly preferred; understanding of asphalt paving and roadway construction fundamentals.
  • Must be able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as needed at various times throughout the year.
  • Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees.

Work Conditions/ Physical Requirements

  • Climb in and out, on and off equipment.
  • Accurately and regularly complete site checks and monitor traffic behavior and/or flow to ensure that safety is always maintained.
  • The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands.
  • The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hand and arms above their shoulders.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or carry materials up to 50 pounds.
  • Raking and shoveling asphalt.
  • While performing the duties of the job, the employee may be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
  • The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and risk of electrical shock or burn.
  • The noise level in some areas of the work environment may be loud, but is typically moderate.

Relatable Work Experience: Applicants with the following past experience may have enough relatable skills to be considered for this opening, for those who currently hold a CDL class A or B license.

  • Laborer in Vertical or Horizontal Construction Industry
  • Laborer in Engineering or Environmental Industry
  • Utility Worker
  • Army- Horizontal Construction Engineer
  • Navy- Construction Equipment Operator
  • Marine Corps Engineer- Equipment Operator
  • Air Force- Pavements and Construction Equipment

 It is the policy of Lehman-Roberts Company not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (to include pregnancy and sexual orientation), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or because he or she is a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Lehman-Roberts Company and/or the Memphis Stone & Gravel Company and their designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-hire drug testing.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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