Dump Truck Driver

Overview

Join our dynamic team as a Dump Truck Driver and take charge of transporting materials efficiently and safely across various job sites. This role offers an exciting opportunity to operate heavy-duty trucks, including dump trucks, to support construction, mining, or infrastructure projects. You will play a vital part in ensuring timely deliveries, adhering to safety standards, and maintaining the highest level of professionalism on every route. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about driving and logistics, this position is perfect for you!

Responsibilities

• Operate dump trucks and tractor-trailers safely across over-the-road (OTR) routes, adhering strictly to FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) regulations and DOT (Department of Transportation) standards.
• Load and unload freight, including hazardous materials and dangerous goods, following hazardous materials regulations and proper manual handling procedures.
• Navigate efficiently using GPS navigation systems to reach delivery points on time while optimizing route planning for maximum efficiency.
• Transport various types of freight such as refrigerated trailers, flatbeds, tankers, or automobile transportation units across long distances.
• Maintain accurate logs of driving hours, cargo details, and delivery documentation in compliance with FMCSA regulations.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks to ensure safety standards are met; report any mechanical issues promptly.
• Safely load cargo onto trucks using manual handling techniques and secure loads properly for transit to prevent shifting or damage during transport.

Skills

• Proven experience in commercial truck driving, including delivery driving and route driving with tractor-trailers or flatbed trucks.
• Knowledge of truck loading and unloading procedures, logistics cargo handling, and freight management.
• Familiarity with refrigerated trailers, tankers, hazardous materials regulations, and dangerous goods handling.
• Ability to operate GPS navigation systems confidently for route planning and real-time adjustments.
• Strong understanding of FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration), DOT (Department of Transportation), and hazardous materials regulations to ensure compliance at all times.
• Experience with manual transmission trucks and manual handling techniques for safe cargo management.
• Excellent driving skills with a clean driving record; experience with over-the-road (OTR) routes preferred.
• Ability to load & unload cargo efficiently while maintaining safety standards; physically capable of manual handling tasks required for truck loading/unloading.

This role offers an engaging environment where your expertise in truck driving and logistics will be valued every day! We are committed to supporting your professional growth while ensuring your safety on the road. If you’re ready to hit the road with confidence and make a tangible impact through your driving skills, we want to hear from you!

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Work Location: In person