Summary

Manatt’s Hydro-Chipping Technician (HCT) is committed to safely doing everything we do better than anyone else. The HCT acts as the standard bearer for Manatt’s values, mission, purpose, and vision and is accountable for assisting Ready Mix employees, ensuring the safe and reliable operations of cleaning concrete mixer drums. 

Essential Responsibilities

• Uses ultra high-pressure water to remove concrete buildup from the interior of the mixer drum.
• Responsible for removing hardened concrete on the exterior of the truck as well. (Power washer on the unit can clean exterior as well).
• Piles discarded concrete on the ground where it can be hauled away.
• Ensures assigned vehicle is following state and federal regulations, including daily maintenance of pre and post trip inspection reports, all certifications are up to date, and current registration and insurance cards are in the appropriate places including unit, trailer and tow vehicle.
• Performs maintenance on chipper engine and pump.
• Monitors performance and change parts when needed (nozzles, packing, univalves, o-rings and seals).
• Maintains spare parts inventory.
• Assists in site preparations, shuttles, and prepares trucks for chipping.
• Inspects trucks for cleanliness and damages. Replaces hatch bolts, seals and or hopper pins if necessary.
• Meets or exceeds company safety standards by operating vehicles in a safe manner and abiding by all State and Federal Department of Transportation traffic laws, rules, and regulations.
• Observes and resolves obvious OSHA, EPA or MSHA violations or potential problems and reports them to operations team.
• Communicates and collaborates with plant managers to ensure mixer trucks are maintaining maximum capacity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Class B CDL and current IDOT physical.
• General experience with hydro chipping equipment, preferred.

About Us

Founded in 1947 and headquartered in Brooklyn, Iowa, Manatt’s is a leader in Iowa's heavy highway construction and materials industry. We specialize in asphalt, concrete, and chipseal coating, with additional expertise in recycle crushing, stabilization, milling, grinding, subdrain installation, and more.

At Manatt’s, we have the experts, equipment, resources, and top-quality materials needed to safely and efficiently complete any project. Our integrated approach and unwavering commitment to building exceptional relationships allow us to deliver uncompromising quality and construction services. Our mission is to continually set and reset the standard by which all other construction material companies are measured. We don’t just build infrastructure; we build legacies through higher standards of work and a dedication to excellence in everything we do.