Night Shift with Paid Differential
Position Type: Full Time (40+)
Pay Type: Hourly
Seasonal Work: Yes
Virginia Paving Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance Policy
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Voluntary Term Life Insurance
- Paid Personal Time Off (vacation & sick)
- (8) Paid Observed Holidays
- 401(k) Plan w/employer match
- Continuing Education and Training Opportunities
- Company Stock Purchasing Opportunity w/Bonus Shares
- Company paid Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Company Child/Grandchild Scholarship Opportunities
General Description
A CDL Truck Driver is an hourly‑rated skilled craft position that, for the majority of the time, is responsible for the safe operation of a CDL Truck, to transport materials to/from identified pick‑up and drop‑off locations.
Key Duties
- Hold valid Class "A" or "B" CDL license and personal driving record within company MVR policy.
- Drive Tri‑Axle Truck, hauling Trailer, to transport materials to/from assigned locations.
- Procure and maintain approved medical examiner’s certificate (FMCSR part 391.41) for the duration of employment, in accordance with Class "A" CDL License requirements.
- Operate CMV Dump Truck safely and efficiently on public and private roadways.
- Maintain familiarity with applicable FMCSA and USDOT safety and operation regulations.
- Visually assess material in the dump and securely reposition or adjust contents to ensure a secured load for safe transport.
- Inspect mechanical, safety and operational components for defects, completing Pre/Post trip Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
- Monitor vehicle indicators for fluid levels (oil, water, fuel) during operation.
- Perform pre/post‑shift safety checks of fluid levels, leaks and vehicle damage.
- Notify supervisor if the vehicle requires repair.
- Communicate verbally with Dispatch and/or Supervisor regularly.
- Interpret and follow dispatched routing/maps for pickups and deliveries.
- Work day or night shifts as required.
- Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts.
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.
- A minimum of one year CDL driving experience is required.
Physical Demands
- Frequent sitting and driving of a Commercial Motor Vehicle; using hands, arms and legs/feet to maneuver and control the vehicle via steering wheel, turn signal, horn, foot pedals and other controls.
- Periodic standing and walking on hard, level surfaces to conduct visual assessments of material loads, drop‑off areas and vehicle inspections.
- Step up/down approximately 2 ft, using access steps and three points of contact to access/egress the vehicle cab, periodically throughout the day.
- Frequent use of hands to operate tarp control (electric or manual).
- Vision: close, distance, peripheral, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
- Hearing: ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds such as alarms and instructions.
- Infrequent lifting or turning of up to 25 lbs, including opening the Dump Truck Hood and opening/closing the Tail Gate.
Work Environment
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Periodic exposure to high levels of noise, grease, and dust typical of construction projects.
- Regular work near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
- Possible exposure to substances such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and asphalt.
Safety Mandates
- Assess the work environment for hazards and ensure training is adequate.
- Wear proper personal protective equipment and use it appropriately.
- Speak up when seeing an unsafe act.
- Report near‑miss incidents.
- Seek assistance when needed to perform tasks safely.
- Consider safer work methods and communicate them.
Virginia Paving Company is a leading asphalt pavement producer and paving contractor for the state of Virginia. We proudly support projects that shape Northern Virginia, the Stafford County/Fredericksburg area, and Hampton Roads.
We support a Drug‑Free Workplace.
EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability are encouraged to apply.