CDL Driver - Dump Truck & Fuel Truck

Mcaninch-Corporation; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

Pension plan

ESOP

Job summary

McAninch Corporation, a seasonal construction contractor in Iowa, is seeking a Side/End Dump Driver. You will safely transport materials on end dump and side-dump setups, perform vehicle inspections, and report issues to keep operations compliant and on schedule.

The role includes duties on a fuel truck (approx. 30% of time) and occasional travel across Iowa and Eastern Nebraska. ENDORSEMENTS: HAZMAT, tanker, and manual transmission; CDL Class B required, Class A preferred.

Qualifications

• CDL Class B license is required; Class A preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of CDL driving experience.
• Endorsements: HAZMAT and tanker.
• Must be 21+ with a clean driving record.
• Willingness to travel overnight across Iowa/Eastern Nebraska.
• Understanding of DOT regulations and vehicle compliance.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport materials (dirt, rock, aggregates, fuel, water) using end dump or side-dump trailers.
• Load, secure, and unload/disperse materials; assist with manual loading as needed.
• Maintain communication with Transportation Director or dispatch.
• Keep accurate records of time, materials, quantities, and locations.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections for safety and DOT compliance.
• Follow safety policies and keep trucks clean and organized.
• Report mechanical issues or safety concerns promptly.

Skills

CDL Class B

CDL Class A

HAZMAT endorsements

Tanker endorsement

Manual transmission

Overnight travel

DOT regulations knowledge

Communication skills

Job description

McAninch Corporation is a leader in the grading and underground utility industry. We are an employee-owned company that has been recognized as an Iowa Top Workplace for the last 8 years. We partner with a wide variety of clients to provide mass grading, underground wet and dry utilities, excavation, and backfill services for residential and industrial construction projects in Iowa and Eastern Nebraska.

McAninch Corporation is a seasonal construction contractor. Our season typically runs from mid-March through mid-December. Some winter work may be available on certain projects, but is not guaranteed.

Position Description

The Side/End Dump Driver is responsible for the safe, efficient transportation and unloading of construction materials using end-dump trucks or side-dump trailers. This role requires strict adherence to DOT regulations, company safety policies, and delivery schedules while maintaining accurate records and open communication with dispatch. The driver performs routine vehicle inspections, reports mechanical concerns, and ensures assigned equipment is kept clean and well maintained. This position demands a commitment to safety, professionalism, and the ability to work independently in outdoor jobsite environments.

This position will also have part-time duties operating a fuel truck. The driver will deliver and dispense fuel to the heavy equipment on our construction sites throughout Central Iowa. Occasional travel may be required across Iowa and Eastern Nebraska as projects are awarded (<20%).This position requires HAZMAT, tanker, and manual transmission endorsements. We expect this position will spend approximately 70% of their time operating a side or end dump truck and 30% operating a fuel truck.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely transport materials such as dirt, rock, aggregates, fuel, or water to and from construction sites primarily with an end dump truck or tractor pulling a side-dump trailer.
• Operator vehicle equipment to load, secure, and unload/disperse materials. Assist in manual loading, securing, and unloading when necessary.
• Maintain regular communication with the Transportation Director or dispatch via radio or phone to receive instructions, updates, or new assignments.
• Accurately maintain records of time, materials, quantities, and delivery locations for each load.
• Conduct thorough pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with DOT regulations.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Keep all assigned trucks clean and well organized.
• Report any mechanical issues or safety concerns promptly to the Transportation Director or mechanics.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• CDL Class B license required for end dump trucks. CDL Class A license preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of CDL driving experience required.
• Manual transmission, tanker, and HAZMAT endorsements required.
• Must be 21 years of age with a clean driving record and ability to meet company insurance requirements.
• Ability to travel overnight across Iowa and Eastern Nebraska preferred.
• Basic understanding of DOT regulations, permitting, and vehicle compliance requirements.
• Able to demonstrate a high level of attention to detail.
• Must have good communication skills and professional demeanor.
• Must have effective time management skills and be able to work independently.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to meet DOT medical certification requirements.
• Ability to independently lift/carry and push/pull up to 50 lb.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend/squat, kneel, and twist on a frequent basis. Occasionally crawl.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
• Ability to climb ladders/stairs and maintain balance while performing work.
• Ability to work outdoors 100% of the time, including in hot, cold, and wet conditions.
• This position may require some sedentary duty.

Compensation

• $30.35 per hour. Overtime is paid after 40 hours per week.
• 100% paid benefits, including health/dental/vision insurance premiums and pension dues, as provided by the Local 90 Teamsters.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) that awards shares in McAninch Corporation

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.