Dump Truck Driver

Overview

Responsibilities

• Transporting crushed rock, sand, and gravel to and from specified locations.

• Verifying the types of materials being transported and ensuring that they do not exceed weight restrictions.

• Ensuring that the materials are loaded correctly onto the dump truck.

• Greasing the dump truck every 5,000 miles.

• Inspecting the dump truck before and after every trip, which includes checking the oil, gas and water levels as well as the lights and tires.

• Promptly reporting any accidents, injuries or mechanical faults to management.

• Performing regular maintenance to ensure that the truck is in good working order.

• Maintaining accurate driver logs.

• Complying with all safety rules and regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.

• Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License.

• Valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate.

• Clean driving record.

• Proven experience operating a standard dump truck.
  Working knowledge of construction site safety, truck maintenance, and road safety regulations.

• Excellent problem-solving skills.

• Exceptional customer service skills.

• Effective communication skills.