Dump Truck Driver
About This Job
You play a vital role in our daily operations by transporting essential materials to keep our projects moving forward. You operate heavy vehicles safely and efficiently, ensuring that every load reaches its destination on time. Your work directly supports our construction teams, helping us build strong infrastructure while maintaining the highest standards of safety and reliability on the road.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Hauls various construction materials securely to and from job sites using tandem and tri-axle dump trucks.
- Performs thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections to verify vehicle safety and mechanical readiness before every shift.
- Complies strictly with all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety protocols.
- Navigates diverse construction sites safely while coordinating with ground crews during loading and dumping operations.
- Maintains accurate logs of materials transported, hours worked, and vehicle maintenance needs.
Required Qualifications
- Holds a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A in good standing.
Experience
- Brings at least two years of professional driving experience operating heavy commercial vehicles.
- Demonstrates hands-on experience handling tandem axle and tri-axle dump trucks in busy environments.
Knowledge/Skills
- Applies expert knowledge of DOT regulations and standard highway safety laws.
- Executes safe heavy equipment operation techniques on active construction sites.
- Communicates effectively with dispatchers, project managers, and site crew members.
Preferred Qualifications
- Holds current safety certifications related to construction site operations.
- Accumulates additional experience in aggregate material hauling and specialized civil projects.
Physical Requirements/Work Conditions
- Lifts heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly during daily operations.
- Sits for extended periods while driving and navigating traffic or rough terrain.
- Works outdoors in various weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, and rain.
- Adapts to flexible work schedules, including early mornings and occasional overtime.
Required Skills and Competencies
· Thorough understanding of dump truck and trailer operation
· Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently
· Organizational skills and attention to safety and load details
· Ability to read GPS and follow route instructions
· Flexibility to operate other vehicles or assist as trained
Certifications or Licenses
- Minimum of 2 years of CDL-A driving experience
- Valid CDL-A license and current DOT medical certification required
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and walking
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move heavy loads as needed