Ready Mix Truck Driver
A ready mix truck driver delivers concrete to a jobsite. In addition to delivery duties, responsibilities include unloading materials safely and effectively. Another part of the job involves truck maintenance. Most ready mix truck drivers need to perform an inspection, undertake necessary cleaning duties, and handle the removal of build-up on the truck’s mixing and delivery apparatuses.
What experience or education is required?
The primary qualifications for a ready-mix truck driver include the appropriate driver’s license (Class B Commercial License and Tanker Endorsement) and general knowledge of concrete mixing.
Most employers consider applicants who have at least a high school degree or GED certificate.
Experience with other types of heavy vehicles or with concrete mixing equipment may help you gain an entry-level position.
What additional training is required?
You must possess a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) Class B. High school diploma, preferred.
Benefits
- Potential for Advancement in other areas of the field.
- 401 K Plan
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Vision Insurance
Compensation by state or region:
| Position | US State | Average Gross Earnings (Annually) | Average Gross Earnings (Weekly) | Average Hourly Rate (Based on a 40 hour week) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Alaska | 57,158.00 | 1,099.19 | 25.93 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Alabama | 50,178.00 | 964.96 | 27.56 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Florida | 48,427.00 | 931.29 | 24.95 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Delaware | 53,926.00 | 1,037.04 | 25.44 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Connecticut | 57,322.00 | 1,102.35 | 24.15 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Colorado | 53,854.00 | 1,035.65 | 25.33 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | California | 57,322.00 | 1,102.35 | 28.76 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Arkansas | 50,514.00 | 971.42 | 24.70 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Arizona | 53,261.00 | 1,024.25 | 23.28 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | New Mexico | 50,680.00 | 974.62 | 25.93 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Wyoming | 56,445.00 | 1,085.48 | 27.14 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | New York | 62,875.00 | 1,209.13 | 26.15 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | North Carolina | 46,113.00 | 886.79 | 27.52 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | North Dakota | 56,494.00 | 1,086.42 | 26.02 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Ohio | 53,499.00 | 1,028.83 | 26.37 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Oklahoma | 52,835.00 | 1,016.06 | 27.56 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Oregon | 53,933.00 | 1,037.17 | 24.42 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Pennsylvania | 54,395.00 | 1,046.06 | 25.48 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Rhode Island | 57,232.00 | 1,100.62 | 27.37 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | South Carolina | 54,113.00 | 1,040.63 | 26.97 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | South Dakota | 54,845.00 | 1,054.71 | 29.73 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Tennessee | 57,322.00 | 1,102.35 | 26.28 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Texas | 50,790.00 | 976.73 | 25.66 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Utah | 53,007.00 | 1,019.37 | 27.14 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Vermont | 56,920.00 | 1,094.62 | 27.37 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Virginia | 56,103.00 | 1,078.90 | 26.97 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Washington | 61,846.00 | 1,189.35 | 29.73 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | West Virginia | 54,659.00 | 1,051.13 | 26.28 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Wisconsin | 53,372.00 | 1,026.38 | 25.66 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Maryland | 57,719.00 | 1,109.98 | 25.87 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Georgia | 51,380.00 | 988.08 | 25.50 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Hawaii | 59,816.00 | 1,150.31 | 26.43 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Idaho | 52,686.00 | 1,013.19 | 27.56 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Illinois | 50,240.00 | 966.15 | 25.31 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Indiana | 52,919.00 | 1,017.67 | 27.75 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Iowa | 51,892.00 | 997.92 | 29.94 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Kansas | 53,031.00 | 1,019.83 | 24.30 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Kentucky | 54,974.00 | 1,057.19 | 25.99 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Louisiana | 57,322.00 | 1,102.35 | 23.88 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Maine | 52,646.00 | 1,012.42 | 23.82 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | New Jersey | 54,726.00 | 1,052.42 | 25.40 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Massachusetts | 62,281.00 | 1,197.71 | 27.56 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Michigan | 50,552.00 | 972.15 | 27.26 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Minnesota | 54,064.00 | 1,039.69 | 29.14 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Mississippi | 49,670.00 | 955.19 | 26.31 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Missouri | 49,554.00 | 952.96 | 24.37 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Montana | 53,814.00 | 1,034.88 | 30.23 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Nebraska | 57,322.00 | 1,102.35 | 22.17 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | Nevada | 56,709.00 | 1,090.56 | 27.16 |
| Ready Mix Truck Driver | New Hampshire | 60,614.00 | 1,165.65 | 25.72 |