Water Truck Driver

CARDINAL CIVIL CONTRACTING LLC • Pineville, NC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Aviator Paving, a paving and grading contractor and part of Cardinal Infrastructure Group, serves residential, commercial, industrial, public, and institutional clients across North and South Carolina. The Water Truck Driver supports grading and paving operations by delivering and applying water at jobsites to control dust and wet stone base and fill to help crews achieve specified compaction and density. The role is responsible for safe operation, inspection, maintenance, and care of the water truck on public roads and active construction sites.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience operating a water truck or similar commercial vehicle on construction sites.
• Valid CDL Class B or higher with Tanker (N) endorsement.
• Current DOT medical card.
• Driving record that meets company MVR guidelines.
• Ability to perform and document pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations, including hours-of-service and driver-log requirements.
• Ability to follow precise instructions and communicate clearly with supervisors and crews.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and occasional nights as project schedules require.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic, integrity, honesty, and reliable attendance.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CDL Class A.
• Experience hauling equipment on a tag trailer, including chaining and binding loads to DOT standards.
• Experience supporting fine grading, stone base, and asphalt paving operations.
• OSHA 10 certification.

Responsibilities

• Apply water using spray bars, sprinkler attachments, and auxiliary pumps to control dust on grading, excavation, and haul roads.
• Wet stone base and fill to the moisture levels needed for specified compaction and density.
• Deliver water to crews, equipment, and remote work areas as directed.
• Adjust water application rates and coverage to site conditions while avoiding ponding, runoff, flooding, and erosion.
• Operate the water truck safely and lawfully on public streets, highways, and active construction sites.
• Maneuver loaded trucks over uneven terrain and around moving equipment, ground workers, and live traffic.
• Operate a tri-axle truck or truck and trailer as needed to support grading and paving operations.
• Communicate with the Foreman or Superintendent by radio or phone about delays, problems, and unusual conditions.
• Connect and disconnect filling hoses and operate valves to control water flow and pressure.
• Perform and document pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicle components and equipment.
• Complete routine maintenance and cleaning of the truck and spray equipment and promptly report repairs needed to the shop.
• Support shop personnel with repairs as needed.
• Maintain driver logs, mileage, inspection reports, and water fill and delivery records in accordance with DOT regulations and company policy.
• Follow the company's safety program, maintain three points of contact when on the truck and tank, watch for workers and backing equipment, and stop work when conditions are unsafe.
• Comply with company policies, OSHA regulations, FMCSA/NCDOT commercial driver requirements, hydrant-use permits, and applicable erosion-control requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed