Dump Truck Driver

Job Duties and Tasks Communicating and coordinating with their supervisor and project supervisors. Obeying and following applicable traffic laws. Comply with truck driving rules and regulations. Performing pre- and post-trip vehicle inspection reports. Securing cargo, covering material prior to travel, and properly arranging and balancing of materials on the vehicle. Maintain a detailed log of working hours in compliance with state and federal regulations. Ensuring any mechanical issues with the vehicle are corrected before driving. Planning routes and meeting delivery schedules. Reporting defects, accidents, and violations. Performing daily maintenance of truck. (Refueling, cleaning, removing trash, etc. ) Recording cargo deliveries. Verifying loads for accuracy. Job Activities: Provide a consistent and unwavering focus for the safety of the truck driver, their truck, and others on the road. Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. Job Skills Required: Ability to drive a dump truck with a load of 20 CY. Strong knowledge of safety regulations. A clean driving record, or they can have their license suspended or revoked. Physical fitness since truck drivers are required to pass a physical exam every two years. Hand-eye coordination, since they must coordinate their hands, legs, and eyes to maintain a fast reaction time on the road. Visual and hearing acuity in accordance with the federal regulations which mandate truck drivers must hear a forced whisper at 5 feet, have at least 20/40 vision, a 70-degree field of vision and ability to distinguish between the colors of a traffic light. Knowledge, Experience, and Education Required: Have a current CDL License and health cards. 4 Years of experience of means, methods and tools involved in driving a dump truck for a construction company. A minimum education of a high school diploma or GED. Ammons & Blackmon Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. View Company Information To see other positions, click here.