CDL-A Dump Truck Driver

CJ Hughes Construction, Inc.•Charleston, WV

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The CDL Driver – Gas Distribution is assigned to a crew and assists with installing, repairing, and replacing underground natural gas pipelines and related services. The position consists of approximately 40% CDL driving duties and 60% laborer duties. It involves physically demanding outdoor construction work supporting gas distribution pipeline construction, maintenance, and repair. The driver operates CDL-required vehicles and performs general labor and other tasks to support the crew. The role includes hauling equipment, pipe, materials, and debris; securing loads; inspecting vehicles and completing required records; and assisting with digging, shoveling, and site preparation. Work takes place at outdoor construction sites in varying weather and may involve travel, overtime, weekend work, extended hours, and overnight stays as needed. Compensation is listed as $26.50 for CDL-A and $23.50 for CDL-B, with pay based on experience.

Requirements

Valid, unrestricted CDL-A or CDL-B driver's license.
Minimum of 1 year of CDL driving experience.
Minimum of 1 year of heavy labor experience.
Valid DOT Medical Card or ability to obtain one.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Must provide documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility under federal I-9 requirements.
Ability to pass a drug test and background check.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Willingness to travel and work in different areas as needed.
Ability to work overtime and extended hours based on workload.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and perform physical labor.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 pounds regularly.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and perform physical labor for extended periods.
Ability to safely operate CDL vehicles near workers and utilities.
Ability to properly secure loads and operate hauling equipment.
Strong communication and teamwork skills; reliability, dependability, and a strong work ethic.
Ability to follow directions, maintain safety awareness, and adapt to changing job sites, schedules, and tasks.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Knowledge of underground utilities and locator markings.

Responsibilities

Operate CDL-required vehicles, including dump trucks, trailers, and equipment haulers over 26,000 pounds.
Haul equipment, pipe, materials, and debris to and from job sites.
Load, unload, and secure materials using chains, straps, tarps, and other tie-down methods.
Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete required documentation.
Maintain driver logs when required.
Assist the crew with labor duties, including digging, shoveling, and site preparation.
Perform regular heavy lifting and carrying of up to 75 pounds.
Work in various weather conditions and job-site environments.
Follow safety policies and procedures and maintain awareness in the “red zone.”
Perform necessary truck maintenance, such as greasing the truck, when needed.
Perform other assigned duties to support crew production and efficiency.