CDL A Driver

00002 Martin Marietta Materials, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union membership

Guardian Angel safety culture

Job summary

Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. is seeking an On-Highway Truck Driver for the Paving Division.

The role focuses on safe transport of HMA, road base and millings to active sites, operating heavy trucks on public roads and construction zones, and collaborating with the paving crew to ensure timely deliveries. The position requires a CDL A with Tanker and Air-brake endorsements, 1+ years of CDL driving experience (paving preferred), and strict adherence to FMCSA/DOT regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or relevant work experience.
• Class A CDL with Tanker and Air-brake endorsements.
• 1+ years of CDL driving experience; asphalt/paving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport asphalt, road base, and millings to job sites, maintaining material temperatures and delivery timelines.
• Crosstrain on lowboy trailers to load and transport paving equipment between locations.
• Coordinate with dispatch and foreman to determine efficient routes and maintain material flow.
• Discharge materials into paver hopper or windrow with precision.
• Perform Pre-Trip and Post-Trip inspections and routine maintenance.

Skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Safety awareness

FMCSA/DOT compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL A with Tanker and Air-brake endorsements

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The On-Highway Truck Driver is a vital member of the Paving Division team, responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of construction materials—specifically hot-mix asphalt (HMA), road base, and millings—to and from active paving sites. The On-Highway Truck Driver operates heavy-duty commercial vehicles (such as tractor-trailers, live-floor trailers, or end dumps) in a fast-paced environment. this position works primarily on public roadways and active construction zones, requiring a high level of situational awareness and strict adherence to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Beyond driving, the individual acts as a key collaborator with the paving crew, ensuring timely material delivery to keep the paving train moving and assisting with equipment transport and general site labor as needed.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safely transport asphalt, road base, and millings from plants to job sites, ensuring materials are delivered at the correct temperature and within specified timeframes.
• Crosstrain on lowboy trailers to load, secure, and transport heavy paving equipment (pavers, rollers, skid steers) between project locations.
• Coordinate with dispatch and the paving foreman to determine the most efficient and safest routes to maintain a continuous flow of material.
• Work closely with the paving crew to discharge materials into the paver hopper or windrow with precision.
• Perform and document mandatory Pre-Trip and Post-Trip inspections.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance, including fueling, cleaning the truck (especially removing asphalt buildup), and checking fluid levels.
• Accurately manage and return all delivery tickets, weigh bills, and hours-of-service logs (ELD) in compliance with DOT and company policy.
• Maintain full compliance with FMCSA and DOT regulations, as well as Martin Marietta’s 'Guardian Angel' safety culture.
• Exercise expert judgment regarding site access, overhead obstructions (power lines), and ground stability when unloading or maneuvering on active construction zones.
• Ensure all loads (material or equipment) are properly tarped and secured according to state and federal laws.
• When not behind the wheel, assist the paving crew with tasks such as shoveling, raking, or setting up traffic control devices (cones, signs) to ensure project completion.
• Maintain constant radio or hand-signal communication with the crew to facilitate safe movement and alignment of materials.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High school diploma, GED, or relevant experience
• Class A CDL with Tanker and Air-brake endorsement

Work Experience

• 1+ years of CDL driving experience; experience specifically within the Asphalt/Paving industry is highly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• OSHA compliance and regulations
• FMCSA and DOT Operators certification and licensing
• Mechanical aptitude
• Technical aptitude
• Troubleshooting
• Detail oriented
• Time management
• Effective communicator (written and spoken)

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. for plant maintenance and equipment servicing.
• Required to bend, stoop, climb, and reach.
• You must be able to maintain three points of contact when climbing on/off machinery or on ladders.
• Strong hand-eye-foot coordination is essential for operating hand/foot controls.
• You must have good depth perception with or without seeing aid for distances up to 150 feet.

Working Conditions

• All duties require outside assignments and require periods of work in all weather conditions, cold, wet, dry and dusty and must be able to work in areas where noise levels are up to 85 dbs.

JOB SUMMARY

The On-Highway Truck Driver is a vital member of the Paving Division team, responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of construction materials—specifically hot-mix asphalt (HMA), road base, and millings—to and from active paving sites. The On-Highway Truck Driver operates heavy-duty commercial vehicles (such as tractor-trailers, live-floor trailers, or end dumps) in a fast-paced environment. this position works primarily on public roadways and active construction zones, requiring a high level of situational awareness and strict adherence to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Beyond driving, the individual acts as a key collaborator with the paving crew, ensuring timely material delivery to keep the paving train moving and assisting with equipment transport and general site labor as needed.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safely transport asphalt, road base, and millings from plants to job sites, ensuring materials are delivered at the correct temperature and within specified timeframes.
• Crosstrain on lowboy trailers to load, secure, and transport heavy paving equipment (pavers, rollers, skid steers) between project locations.
• Coordinate with dispatch and the paving foreman to determine the most efficient and safest routes to maintain a continuous flow of material.
• Work closely with the paving crew to discharge materials into the paver hopper or windrow with precision.
• Perform and document mandatory Pre-Trip and Post-Trip inspections.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance, including fueling, cleaning the truck (especially removing asphalt buildup), and checking fluid levels.
• Accurately manage and return all delivery tickets, weigh bills, and hours-of-service logs (ELD) in compliance with DOT and company policy.
• Maintain full compliance with FMCSA and DOT regulations, as well as Martin Marietta’s 'Guardian Angel' safety culture.
• Exercise expert judgment regarding site access, overhead obstructions (power lines), and ground stability when unloading or maneuvering on active construction zones.
• Ensure all loads (material or equipment) are properly tarped and secured according to state and federal laws.
• When not behind the wheel, assist the paving crew with tasks such as shoveling, raking, or setting up traffic control devices (cones, signs) to ensure project completion.
• Maintain constant radio or hand-signal communication with the crew to facilitate safe movement and alignment of materials.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High school diploma, GED, or relevant experience
• Class A CDL with Tanker and Air-brake endorsement

Work Experience

• 1+ years of CDL driving experience; experience specifically within the Asphalt/Paving industry is highly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• OSHA compliance and regulations
• FMCSA and DOT Operators certification and licensing
• Mechanical aptitude
• Technical aptitude
• Troubleshooting
• Detail oriented
• Time management
• Effective communicator (written and spoken)

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. for plant maintenance and equipment servicing.
• Required to bend, stoop, climb, and reach.
• You must be able to maintain three points of contact when climbing on/off machinery or on ladders.
• Strong hand-eye-foot coordination is essential for operating hand/foot controls.
• You must have good depth perception with or without seeing aid for distances up to 150 feet.

Working Conditions

• All duties require outside assignments and require periods of work in all weather conditions, cold, wet, dry and dusty and must be able to work in areas where noise levels are up to 85 dbs.

UNION

We are excited to share the base hourly rate for this position is $28.90+. Membership with Teamsters No, 455 is required upon hire. Condition and terms of employment and benefits are in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement. Every member of our ONE Martin Marietta team is driven by our shared values of safety, integrity, excellence, community and stewardship. We are a member of the S&P 500 Index and a leading supplier of aggregates and heavy building materials. Through a network of operations spanning 29 states, Canada and the Bahamas, our teammates supply the foundational resources on which our communities thrive and grow. Our Specialties business provides high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications. In a world that's focused on the power of many, we believe in the power of ONE – the magic of bringing together our unique perspectives, experiences and talents to evolve a shared vision and future. Our backgrounds may vary, but our voices come together in support of the same goals. We want to build legacies for ourselves and our loved ones, strengthen our communities and safely and responsibly engage in work we know will make a difference.