My day started with a phone call from the boss asking if I was interested in making a trip to the Twin Cities. (turns out it was Farmington) Not being one for telling the boss no, naturally I said “sure why not.” I was asked to return this funny looking contraption after loading it … Read more
Waiting in line for the paving machine. This is the view in my mirror.
Scott offered me a hand getting unstuck this morning. Unfortunately, try as he might, all of Scott’s efforts were for naught. He was unable to free the truck from the gravel I was stuck in. Reinforcements were required and greatly appreciated.
First order of business today was to load hotmix for the paving crew. However, first things first I discovered that I needed my alternator replaced only two blocks from the shop. Hotmix asphalt gets tarped to help prevent heat loss in transit to the paving machine. After hauling a load of sand used in asphalt … Read more
Paving work was cut short today because there was a big rain storm on the horizon. Today was another first for me… Dumping hotmix asphalt on the paving machine. This was definitely an interesting experience. I look forward to doing so again as it’s impossible to to become good at it without repetition. I look … Read more
I’m sure you’ve read the Post I wrote on August 19th and know that I’ve switched jobs. Well, today was my first day as a dump truck driver. I’ve learned a bunch today and I’m totally exhausted. Pork chop dinner was just about ready when I arrived home this evening. I think it’s time to chill out … Read more