Dump Truck Driver Jobs in California

A Dump Truck Driver in the transportation industry is responsible for transporting loose materials for construction purposes, such as sand, gravel, or demolition waste. They operate heavy-duty trucks, adhere to safety regulations, and maintain truck equipment. They also inspect their vehicles for mechanical issues and perform minor repair work as needed. Crucially, they ensure that the contents they are transporting are loaded correctly and safely secured. Moreover, they may deliver materials to construction sites, landfill sites, or other destinations, following prescribed routes.

Key skills for a Dump Truck Driver include physical fitness, attention to detail, and the ability to follow instructions. They should also have excellent driving skills and knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations. A commercial driver's license (CDL) is a must-have certification for all Dump Truck Drivers. Previous job roles that individuals may hold before becoming a Dump Truck Driver include Delivery Driver, Truck Driver, and Forklift Operator. Some may also have experience as a Construction Laborer or Delivery Helper, allowing them to acquire a stronger understanding of construction materials and safety regulations.

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Super 10/Dump Truck Driver WANTED (temecula)

  • Temecula, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Temecula, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Looking for dump truck /super 10 driver must have CDL, clean driving record and drug free can start ASAP would like someone with experience and that knows San Diego/ Riverside county area, Please email...

Working Heavy Equipment Operator/Foreman

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 hours ago

General Engineering Contractor located in Petaluma that specializes in residential projects/estates including all site work, underground utilities, paving, grading/excavating, etc., are looking...

Dozer Operator / Dump Truck Driver Needed

  • McKinleyville, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • McKinleyville, CA
  • 5 hours ago

., a local road construction company is seeking to hire equipment operators and dump truck drivers (10 yard dump truck)....

Landfill Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 8 hours ago

This position: Safely operates heavy equipment, including: bulldozers, scrapers, compactors, water trucks, motor graders, backhoe loaders, wheel loaders, dump trucks, etc....

CDL Driver - Local

  • Manteca, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Manteca, CA
  • 13 hours ago

$24.00 per hour JOB SUMMARY Responsible for delivery and pickup of containers to and/or from customer locations; provide an effective and incident free delivery or pickup of a container while...

CDL Driver - Waterproofing

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

The Waterproofing division of Beacon Building Products is the largest distributor of high-demand sealants, waterproofing, concrete repair, and fire protection products. Our exceptional culture,...

Required CDL driver for Oxnard to Lancaster local work

  • Oxnard, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Oxnard, CA
  • 1 day ago

Required CDL driver for Oxnard to Lancaster local work Round trips from Oxnard to Lancaster. Se requiere conductor con licencia CDL para trabajo local de Oxnard a Lancaster. Viajes de ida y vuelta...

Heavy Equipment operator wanted

  • Redding, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Redding, CA
  • 1 day ago

General contractor seeking to hire an experienced heave equipment operator. Must be willing to travel. Cal fire card a plus. Pay depending on experience. If interested please send contact phone...

Cdl Driver- Lease To Purchase 0$ Down,Company Driver 30% Of Gross

  • Whittier, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Whittier, CA
  • 1 day ago

call or text ... LEASE OWNER OPERATOR -You keep 88% of the gross -Shared rate confirmation -No hold check -Direct deposit every Friday -Free ELD -Minimum 2 weeks on the road weekend home -Safety...

Experienced Dump Truck Drivers

  • Oroville, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Oroville, CA
  • 1 day ago

Looking for CDL class A drivers, with at least 3 years of Transfer or Super 10 dump truck experience....

Class A Dump Truck Driver for Local/Out of Town Work

  • Chico, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Chico, CA
  • 1 day ago

Class A Dump Truck Driver for Local/Out of Town Work Currently seeking day shift Class A drivers....

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Orange, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Orange, CA
  • 1 day ago

Hourly Wage: $23.8 - $27.3 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

CDL Driver

  • Lower Lake, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lower Lake, CA
  • 1 day ago

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS: Valid Class A or B CDL with air brakes endorsement required. Clean driving record. Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English....

Dump truck driver Fire Cleanup. Palisades

  • Malibu, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Malibu, CA
  • 1 day ago

Super Dump driver for fire clean up Looking for a driver with a clean drivers license and 2 years experience. Must be able to pass a drug test. Class A or B only 6 Days a week. Call ...

Cdl Driver Needed 11 Western .

  • Turlock, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Turlock, CA
  • 2 days ago

We are in need of 1 CDL drivers to run 11 western.. *We have year around work,You dont have to wait for a load. *We are small family based company who respects their drivers with utmost respect...

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Salary for Dump Truck Driver Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTransportation research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Dump Truck Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

Dump Truck Drivers in California offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.7%
Associate's Degree
12.3%
Bachelor's Degree
10.6%
Master's Degree
3.9%
Some College
3.5%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dump Truck Drivers in California
Less than 1 year
52.7%
2-4 years
24.2%
1-2 years
14.1%
4-6 years
5.4%
None
3.6%



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