Dump Truck Driver

Gorham Sand & Gravel•Buxton, ME

10d

About The Position

Join Gorham Sand & Gravel as a Dump Truck Driver, transporting sand, gravel, asphalt, and debris between pits, plants, and job sites while supporting daily operations through safe, efficient driving. Gorham Sand & Gravel is a construction company serving the Southern Maine area. The role involves operating and inspecting trucks, handling and securing loads, maintaining vehicle records, fueling and lubricating vehicles and heavy equipment, and working cooperatively to provide quality customer service. Some drivers may operate specialized vehicles, including heavy trucks for overweight loads, gravel trucks, and extended-length vehicles.

Requirements

Class A or B CDL license.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions in English.
Ability to work cooperatively with other employees and the public.
Ability to safely perform the physical tasks described, including lifting arms above shoulder level, climbing ladders or steps, and entering a vehicle cab 3.5 feet off the ground.

Responsibilities

Operate trucks and maneuver them in tight spaces when necessary.
Inspect brakes, tires, lights, horns, and cooling equipment before leaving the garage.
Load trucks to use space efficiently, distribute weight appropriately, and maintain road safety.
Secure cargo to prevent damage during transit.
Conduct security checks and inspections en route.
Follow local and state highway safety regulations.
Have the weight of the entire unit checked at highway scales as directed by weighing officials.
Record loads delivered and picked up, arrival and departure times, fuel consumption, and mileage in vehicle log books.
Fuel cars, trucks, and heavy equipment.
Lubricate and grease trucks and heavy equipment, such as articulated loaders and backhoes.
Inspect tires for wear and proper inflation.
Visually inspect vehicles for mechanical defects and report findings to appropriate personnel.
Work to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, and streamline work processes.
Work cooperatively with employees and the public to provide quality customer service.
Lift arms above shoulder level, including to throw bags or loose trash into a truck, enter a vehicle cab, or use a steam cleaner.
Climb ladders or steps to reach objects.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions in English.
Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.