Dump Truck Driver

CARDINAL CIVIL CONTRACTING LLC•Raleigh, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Cardinal Civil Contracting, a heavy civil and site development contractor within Cardinal Infrastructure Group, is hiring a Dump Truck Driver to support grading, utility, and paving crews. The driver hauls dirt, stone, pipe bedding, rip rap, asphalt millings, and debris to, from, and around active job sites, quarries, plants, and disposal sites. The role includes operating tandem, tri-axle, or quad-axle dump trucks and, where qualified, tractor-trailer end dumps; supporting loading and dumping operations; and assisting ground crews when not hauling. The driver is responsible for inspecting and maintaining the truck, securing loads, keeping public roads and site entrances clean, maintaining required records, and complying with company, site, OSHA, FMCSA, and DOT safety requirements. Work takes place primarily on active construction sites and public roads, with regular visits to quarries, plants, disposal sites, and the equipment yard. The position involves early starts, extended hours during peak production, and occasional weekends as project schedules and weather require. Cardinal offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and holidays. This is an at-will position, and the job description notes that assigned personnel may perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

At least 1 year of verifiable CDL driving experience operating a tandem or tri-axle dump truck; site development, grading, or heavy civil construction experience is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to safely operate a dump truck on active construction sites, including backing with a spotter, dumping on uneven ground, and working around heavy equipment.
Working knowledge of pre-trip inspections, load securement and tarping, weight limits, and Hours-of-Service rules.
Comfort using an ELD, GPS, and smartphone or tablet for dispatch, tickets, and photos.
Strong work ethic, integrity, honesty, situational awareness, dependability, and clear communication with dispatch, operators, and foremen.
High school diploma or GED, or equivalent work experience.
Valid unrestricted Class B CDL; Class A is preferred.
Current DOT medical card and a driving record acceptable under company and insurance guidelines.
At least 21 years of age and able to pass a DOT pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Able to frequently climb in and out of the cab and onto the truck frame or bed, and stand, bend, stoop, and kneel for inspections and material clearing.
Able to regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds, including tarps, tailgate chains, shovels, and tire chains, and shovel material from the bed or tailgate.
Able to sit and drive for extended periods, including over rough and uneven ground, and meet DOT physical qualification standards for vision, hearing, and medical fitness.
The additional qualifications section also requests proven experience as a delivery driver or in a similar commercial driving role; proficiency operating flatbed trucks, tractor-trailers, dump trucks, and roll-off trucks; route-driving skills and knowledge of local roads and traffic patterns; safe freight handling; time management; and communication skills. A valid CDL is required, with Class A and B and two years of experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

Class A CDL with tractor-trailer end-dump or lowboy experience.
Familiarity with Triangle-area roads, quarries, asphalt plants, and disposal sites.
Equipment-operator experience, such as loader, skid steer, or roller, to assist crews when not hauling.
OSHA 10 certification, flagger certification, Tanker (N) endorsement, or experience with HCSS Dispatcher or fleet telematics.
Experience operating flatbed trucks, tractor-trailers, and roll-off trucks.
Class A and B CDL and two years of experience, as stated in the additional qualifications section.

Responsibilities

Operate tandem, tri-axle, or quad-axle dump trucks, and tractor-trailer end dumps where qualified, to haul materials between jobsites, quarries, plants, and disposal sites.
Coordinate with excavator and loader operators, position the truck as directed, follow spotter signals, and maintain an efficient haul cycle.
Dump and spread material at designated locations, checking ground stability, slope, and overhead power lines before raising the bed and ensuring the bed is lowered before moving.
Navigate active sites and haul roads while watching for workers, equipment, pedestrians, and changing ground conditions.
Communicate with dispatchers, project managers, foremen, and flaggers to coordinate deliveries and travel safely through traffic and congested sites.
Assist ground crews when not hauling, including shoveling, clearing material, cleaning tailgates, and maintaining haul roads and entrances.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip DVIR inspections of the truck and its components; report defects, keep the truck clean and greased, and perform basic field maintenance.
Load materials evenly, tarp and secure every load, comply with legal weight limits, and prevent material from spilling or tracking onto public roads.
Use stabilized construction entrances and wash-down areas as directed and follow erosion and sediment control measures.
Collect and submit scale tickets, delivery and load tickets, daily load counts, and fuel receipts accurately and on time.
Maintain Hours-of-Service records using an ELD or applicable short-haul exemption, and keep CDL, DOT medical card, and endorsements current.
Follow Cardinal's safety program, participate in daily safety briefings, stop work when conditions are unsafe, and promptly report incidents, near misses, and property damage.
Comply with company policies, OSHA regulations, FMCSA and federal and state DOT requirements, and applicable site erosion-control requirements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.