CDL Truck Driver

Jamestown Excavating; Sequim (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefit programs

Incentives for performance

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled Truck Drivers to join their dedicated team. In this vital role, you will operate a variety of trucks, ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of materials for both residential and commercial excavation projects. With a strong commitment to employee welfare and a family-like work environment, this company has been a trusted name in civil contracting for over a decade. Join a team that values your contributions and offers a supportive atmosphere as you help maintain the high standards of service that clients expect. If you have the experience and passion for driving, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience operating Class A vehicles required.
• High School diploma or equivalent is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Operate various trucks safely and efficiently for excavation projects.
• Perform routine vehicle maintenance and inspections as needed.

Skills

Operating Class A vehicles

General labor duties

Effective communication

Understanding of regulations

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Gas-operated tools

Job description

• Job Location: JKT, Development Inc. - Sequim, WA

We are accepting applications for Truck Drivers to join our growing Jamestown Excavation team!

Truck Drivers play a vital role in keeping our residential and commercial excavation projects moving! You’ll be behind the wheel of a variety of vehicles, including dump trucks, lowboys, flatbeds, end dumps, belly dumps, and water trucks. This position is responsible for the hauling of materials and equipment, vehicle maintenance, and provides general labor support when applicable.

Why work for Jamestown Excavating?

Jamestown Excavating (JEX) offers quality civil contracting for public and private projects in Clallam and Jefferson County. Jamestown Excavating has been serving the Olympic Peninsula with an experienced and qualified team for over 10 years. Our projects include Excavation, Grading, Underground Utilities, Demolition, Rock Walls, Clearing, Trucking, Site Preparation, and Septic System Installation.

Our employees are like extended family, and we believe in providing employee benefit programs and incentives that cultivate a positive and enriching work environment and healthy lifestyle. We hope that each of our employees continues to honor our commitment to our community and to treat our guests like family as well.

As a Truck Driver, you will:

• Be responsible for the efficient, safe, and cost-effective operation of the company’s truck to which you are assigned.
• Operate dump trucks, lowboys, end dumps, belly dumps, water trucks, and flatbed trucks.
• Keep dispatch aware of traffic, slowdowns, or any other potential problems.
• Inform dispatch and shop foreperson about any necessary maintenance or mechanical issues.
• Fill out timecards correctly; daily logs, damage reports, load count reports within a timely and concise manner.
• Perform inspections and routine vehicle maintenance, including but not limited to adjusting truck brakes and vital fluids.
• Provide daily documentation for vehicle maintenance.
• Fuel and grease truck and/or equipment as needed.
• Assist JEX positions in the field as needed.
• Be responsible for the pick-up and delivery of supplies and equipment as applicable.
• Perform general labor duties including but not limited to surveying layout, shoveling rock and dirt, and providing tophand support to pipe layers, etc. as needed.
• Comply with Federal, state, and local regulations, including the appropriate use of PPE.

What are the Required Qualifications for this position?

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of experience in operating Class A vehicles.
• Satisfactory completion of MSHA (training provided by JEX).
• Understanding of Federal, state, and local regulations.
• Ability to travel, including but not limited to jobsites, quarries, suppliers.
• Commercial Driver's License (with a Class A endorsement for air brakes and tankers).
• Must comply with random drug and alcohol screens throughout employment.
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-hire drug/alcohol and criminal background investigation.

What are the Preferred Qualifications for this position?

• Ability to operate a range of heavy equipment and excavation machinery.
• Proficient with using power, hand, and gas-operated tools such as chainsaws.
• Ability to perform minor and routine maintenance on a variety of equipment.
• Effective written and verbal communication; must be able to speak clearly.
• Ability to work with and assist laborers when required.
• American Indian/Alaska Native preferences apply.