Dump Truck Driver Jobs in New York

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.

1-15 of 117 Jobs

Heavy Equipment Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Bergen, NY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bergen, NY
  • 6 hours ago

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Marcy, NY
  • 7 hours ago
  • Marcy, NY
  • 7 hours ago

Hourly Wage: $21.35 - $24.85 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...

Experienced CDL Driver- Clifton Park

  • Clifton Park, NY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Clifton Park, NY
  • 14 hours ago

.** **MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:** **Valid Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement as a minimum.** **Must be a minimum of 21 years of age to comply with our FMCSA requirements.** **Ability to read, write...

CDL Driver

  • Sinclairville, NY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Sinclairville, NY
  • 14 hours ago

FT: CDL Driver, SinclairvilleHome Daily! Workdays: Monday-Friday, BenefitsBeichner Waste Services, Inc. is seeking a CDL Driver with either a valid Class A or B license. Willing to accept a...

Dump Truck Driver

  • Fredonia, NY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Fredonia, NY
  • 14 hours ago

un Dump Truck Driver (Fredonia N.Y.) compensation: dependent on experience employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Dump Truck Driver Dump Truck Driver wanted, must have 2 to 3 years...

Metro/Micro CDL Driver

  • Tully, NY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Tully, NY
  • 14 hours ago

Metro Micro CDL DriverOverview: Suit-Kote Corporation, a leading Asphalt products manufacturer, road construction and maintenance and asphalt application engineering company is seeking candidates...

CDL Driver: Class A

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 15 hours ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 15 hours ago

Ensure proper weight distribution of materials for DOT compliance Maintain and update electronic logbook, trip reports, and on-board computer as required to ensure they are up to date and DOT compliant...

Laborer to CDL Driver Pipeline-County Waste

  • Clifton Park, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Clifton Park, NY
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a safety conscious Driver Helper to join the team at our County Waste location in Clifton Park, NY. This opportunity will be extended to a laborer whom is looking to obtain...

CDL A Dump Truck Drivers Needed

  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago

., a commercial paving and site work contractor in the Rochester area, has job openings for Class A or Class A Restricted CDL Drivers to drive a dump truck and sometimes trailer equipment....

CDL A Dump Truck Drivers Needed

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago

., a commercial paving and site work contractor in Syracuse, is looking for CDL A Drivers to operate a dump truck and occasionally pull a trailer....

CDL Driver Needed Class A required

  • Penn Yan, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Penn Yan, NY
  • 1 day ago

B&B Recycling located in Penn Yan NY is seeking a Class A qualified driver immediately to join our small business. All trucking occurs within a 100 mile radius of Penn Yan NY. Daytime hours, NO...

Cdl Driver Job Available In Bronx

  • Bronx, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Bronx, NY
  • 1 day ago

Bronx based company looking for a CDL (A/B) Job is to operate a Rolloff/Garbage truck/Dump truck Must have: - Full Time position available -2-3 years experience -ability to drive manual transmission...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Chateaugay, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Chateaugay, NY
  • 1 day ago

The Heavy Equipment Operator ensures the safe operation of heavy equipment at the Compost Facility for the purpose of material movement on site in an efficient and safe manner. The incumbent...

Heavy Equipment Operator Landfill - 2332006

  • Chaffee, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Chaffee, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender...

CDL Driver

  • Inwood, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Inwood, NY
  • 1 day ago

Overview We recruit the best talent and invest in their ongoing development, through training and mentoring. We provide opportunities to work across our national network. dnata catering U.S. is...

Demographic Data for New York

Moving to New York? Find some basic demographic data about New York below.


Local
National
20,201,017
534,422

Dump Truck Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireTransportation curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
How To Become a Truck Driver
Let's talk about the money, most truck drivers can expect to earn $30,000-$40,000 in their 1st year. I know some drivers who work as Solo drivers and decide to give up their apartments so they can...
Dump Truck - Spanish - Camion de Volteo
Mantenga su lugar de construccion a salvo de riesgos de vuelco y atropello en marcha atras con nuestro curso para operadores de camiones de volteo. Inscribase en la capacitacion ahora! Un camion...
Dump Truck Operator Safety Training Online
Keep your construction worksite safe from back-over and tip-over hazards with our dump truck operator course. Enroll in training now!

Salary for Dump Truck Driver Jobs in New York

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 New York 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 New York
Less than 1 year
52.7%
2-4 years
24.2%
1-2 years
14.1%
4-6 years
5.4%
None
3.6%



Dump Truck Driver Related Career Advice Articles

How to become a truck driver
How to Become a CDL Truck Driver

Want to be a CDL truck driver but not sure where to begin? Follow this guide to get started and hit the open road.

Read article »
Long haul truck traveling across state lines as the sun sets
Interstate vs. Local Trucking: What You Need to Cross State Lines

Truckers are not required to obtain a federal commercial driver's license (they don't exist), but there are laws and regulations every driver — regardless of the state in which they are licensed — must know about crossing state lines in a truck.

Read article »
Introducing iHireTransportation
iHireTransportation Has Been Cleared for Takeoff

iHire is excited to announce the launch of iHireTransportation, a site dedicated to transportation careers serving employers and job seekers.

Read article »