CDL-A Dump Truck Driver

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS); Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS) seeks a dependable CDL-A Dump Truck Driver to support heavy civil construction projects. You will operate dump trucks, perform inspections, and ensure loads comply with regulations while maintaining accurate records.

Travel to various job sites is expected, and you will collaborate with project managers and crew to coordinate material transport while prioritizing safety and efficiency.

ESS offers competitive pay and a commitment to safety, teamwork, and career growth.

Qualifications

• Requires a valid Class A CDL and DOT Medical Card.
• Minimum of 3 years experience operating dump trucks.
• Knowledge of FMCSA regulations and safety policies.
• Ability to perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and basic maintenance.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a dump truck and ensure load compliance.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Maintain trip logs, fuel usage, and maintenance records.
• Coordinate material transport with project teams.
• Adhere to safety policies and PPE usage.
• Perform minor truck maintenance as needed.
• Travel to various job sites.
• Navigate routes using maps or GPS.
• Record hours worked in accordance with Hours of Service.
• Read and follow written and oral instructions.
• Possess ability to sit for long periods.

Skills

CDL-A

Dump truck operation

Safety focus

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Emery Sapp & Sons (ESS) is seeking a dependable and safety-focused CDL-A Dump Truck Driver to support heavy civil construction operations.

The ideal candidate will have a Class A CDL, strong driving skills, and a commitment to safety, teamwork, and productivity.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safely operate a dump truck in a manner that reduces risk and liabilities.
• Ensure load weight is in compliance with State and Federal regulations.
• Perform and properly document pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer to ensure they are in a safe and legal condition.
• Maintain accurate records of trip details, including mileage, fuel consumption, and maintenance reports and hours worked.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, equipment operators, and other team members to coordinate material transport and delivery schedules in a direct and friendly manner.
• Always adhere to Emery Sapp & Sons safety policies and procedures.
• Perform basic maintenance on the truck when necessary.
• Extensive travel may be required.
• Accurately navigate a dump truck using instructions, maps or GPS, to a wide variety of locations both on road and off.
• Properly wear and safely use PPE.
• Properly record hours worked using an ELD in compliance with Hours of Service regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Class B or A CDL
• Valid DOT Med Cert with Non-Excepted Interstate self certification.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience operating dump trucks preferred.
• Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and best practices for materials.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Basic mechanical skills for minor truck maintenance.
• Willingness to travel to various job sites as needed.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to read, understand and navigate using paper and/or digital maps.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)