Distributor Truck Operator CDL

SUNLAND ASPHALT Sunland Asphalt and Construction, LLC. is seeking an experienced Tack Truck - Distributor Operator to join our growing team.

Sunland is a leading asphalt solutions provider and general contractor known for delivering exceptional quality, reliability, and innovation to its customers. With a reputation built on decades of combined industry expertise, we specialize in a full range of services, including commercial and residential paving, maintenance and repair, sealcoating, milling, and large‑scale infrastructure projects.

WHY JOIN SUNLAND?

• Competitive salary
• 401(K) match after 30 days of employment
• Work/Life Balance and Community Involvement
• Comprehensive Health Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision
• Award Winning Peers & Projects
• A Foundation Built on Safety

Essential Duties Asphalt Distributor Drivers are responsible for safely and efficiently operating distributor and heavy equipment of various sizes used in road, site, or highway paving. These Drivers operate commercial motor vehicles over 26,001 lbs. or a truck-trailer combination over 26,001 lbs. in compliance with federal, state and local laws. These Drivers work as part of a crew and at times may also operate equipment or provide general labor.

• Employee shall perform all duties and responsibilities with Sunland's Core Values at the forefront.
• Operate distributor truck in the loading and off-loading of oil materials.
• Monitor various gauges during operation of the vehicle.
• Set spray bar on manual, automatic, or semi-automatic distributors for applying liquid asphalt.
• Keep track of material on hand in storage tank and notify supervisor before additional product is required.
• Apply products according to job specifications and assure product quality to the best of driver's ability.
• Clean asphalt out of tanks and from spray bars.
• Perform daily pre-post trip inspection with appropriate documentation in compliance with DOT guidelines.
• Know, understand and comply with all Department of Transportation, (DOT) as well as state and local regulations.
• Focus on public safety and operate vehicle in a safe and prudent manner at all times.
• Responsible for ensuring vehicle is road-worthy prior to leaving the yard and/or jobsite and work directly with mechanics to guarantee any repairs needed are made to the vehicle prior to leaving the yard.
• Use Company's suggested method to compile, maintain and log driving hours as required by state, federal and local laws.
• May operate heavy equipment such as trucks, screeds, rollers, pavers, paving finishing machines, paving curbing machines and front end loaders to apply asphalt products according to job specifications.
• Must be an advocate of safety and follow safety policies and procedures.
• Actively participate in job-site and safety meetings and all Company related training.
• Must invoke Sunland's Core Values.
• Follow direction of the Foreman and/or Superintendent with regards to daily production schedule and activities.
• Operate trucks to transport equipment to and from production sites as required and assist in the maintenance of all equipment.
• May set up and tear down equipment and assist with job-site clean- up.
• May perform other related duties such as shovel work, raking, and other general laborer work as needed.
• Any and all duties assigned.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Six (6) months to one (1) year related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
• Possess a solid understanding of all aspects of the paving industry including preparatory work, grades, drainage, paving patterns, aggregate size, job specifications, oil consistencies, compaction and other details related to asphalt paving.
• Must be fluent in English, i.e., must be able to speak, read and write English.
• Must be willing to travel to any and all jobsite without exception (including staying away from home if necessary.)
• A current, Class A, CDL license in the state where the majority of work is being performed.
• A Hazmat or tanker endorsement may be required depending on position/dept./division..

AAP/EEO STATEMENT Sunland Asphalt is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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