Why Gerken Leasing Company, Ltd.:

Gerken Leasing Company, Ltd. is part of The Gerken Companies, where our success is rooted in an ongoing demonstration of our core values. We act with integrity when dealing with customers, suppliers, and coworkers. Safety is a priority; our entire team works to keep each other safe at work. We believe in shared success; when we help customers succeed, they keep coming back, and we can offer team members rewarding and stable livelihoods. Professional development is critical to growing a solid team, so we train and empower our teams to do great work. Finally, community support is our passion because we do more than work in the communities our companies serve; we live here, too.

Job Summary:

The Slinger Truck Driver will maintain and operate the stone slinger truck, hauling various materials from quarries/sand & gravel pits to jobsites for placement, backfill, and stockpiling.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safely and efficiently operate slinger truck equipment to transport and distribute materials.
• Ensure prompt and accurate delivery of materials to designated locations.
• Perform routine inspections and cleaning of the vehicle to maintain operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
• Adhering to safety protocols, including MSHA regulations, to maintain a safe working environment.
• In-person attendance is required.

Other Required Duties and Responsibilities:

• Complete other tasks as assigned by supervisors.  
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.  
• Safely access and navigate the facility, including climbing and descending ladders. 
• The position will require work outside of normal business hours in various weather conditions.    
• Prolonged periods of sitting and standing.    

Skills/Abilities:

• Must hold a minimum of a Class B CDL with manual transmission; Class A CDL is preferred.
• Must have a current valid DOT physical.
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.   
• Must maintain professional relationships with managers and colleagues.     
• Represent The Gerken Companies to customers in a professional manner, supporting the company’s goals.     
• Strong mechanical skills are preferred.   
• Willingness to learn, with a positive attitude, dependability, and strong teamwork.  
• Ability to work safely and efficiently is essential.  

Education and Experience:

• Education equivalent to graduation from an accredited high school is required.    
• Minimum two years of driving experience is required.

Competitive Benefits Package:

• $1500 sign-on bonus for new hires. 
• Company-Paid/Discounted YMCA Membership
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer contribution to Health Savings Account with enrollment in High Deductible Health Plan
• Traditional and Roth 401k Plans w/ Employer Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance Policy
• Paid Time Off (Personal, Holiday, Bereavement)
• Cell Phone Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program and other wellness benefits.

Join our team and be part of a company that values safety, teamwork, and professional growth!

Note: This job description is subject to change and does not constitute an employment agreement. This position description is not all-inclusive. This position is required to perform miscellaneous duties and functions as may be assigned. This includes working in all classifications that an employee may be assigned to. Nothing in the job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.