Traveling Dump Truck Driver
About The Position
Safely operate a dump truck in a manner that reduces risk and liabilities. Ensure load weight is in compliance with State and Federal regulations. Perform and properly document pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer to ensure they are in a safe and legal condition. Maintain accurate records of trip details, including mileage, fuel consumption, and maintenance reports and hours worked. Communicate effectively with project managers, equipment operators, and other team members to coordinate material transport and delivery schedules in a direct and friendly manner. Always adhere to Emery Sapp & Sons safety policies and procedures. Perform basic maintenance on the truck when necessary. Extensive travel may be required. Accurately navigate a dump truck using instructions, maps or GPS, to a wide variety of locations both on road and off. Properly wear and safely use PPE. Properly record hours worked using an ELD in compliance with Hours of Service regulations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid Class B or A CDL
- Valid DOT Med Cert with Non-Excepted Interstate self certification
- Minimum of 3 years of experience operating dump trucks preferred
- Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and best practices for materials
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Basic mechanical skills for minor truck maintenance
- Willingness to travel to various job sites as needed
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with a high degree of accuracy
- Ability to read, understand and navigate using paper and/or digital maps
- Ability to sit for long periods of time
Nice To Haves
- Minimum of 3 years of experience operating dump trucks preferred
Responsibilities
- Safely operate a dump truck
- Ensure load weight is in compliance with State and Federal regulations
- Perform and properly document pre-trip and post-trip inspections
- Maintain accurate records of trip details
- Communicate effectively with team members
- Adhere to safety policies and procedures
- Perform basic maintenance on the truck
- Accurately navigate a dump truck
- Properly wear and safely use PPE
- Properly record hours worked using an ELD
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
