Class B Dump Truck Driver

Ruston Paving; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 35,817 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Double Time Saturdays

Signing bonus

Per diem

Job summary

Ruston Paving is seeking a CLASS B DUMP TRUCK DRIVER to join our team. The role pays $26.00–$34.00 per hour with a $4,000 signing bonus through July 2026 for direct applicants.

The job requires a valid CDL (A or B) and USDOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate, plus a minimum of 2 years transporting heavy construction equipment or materials. Expect a safety‑driven, team‑oriented workplace with overtime potential.

Qualifications

• Safety-focused mindset and ability to follow FMCSA guidelines.
• Strong communication, written and oral.
• Able to work independently and meet daily schedules.

Responsibilities

• Inspect truck equipment daily and complete inspection reports.
• Maintain logs and send maintenance requests.
• Load/unload materials, ensure weight compliance and safe handling.
• Operate truck to project destinations and dump materials per instructions.
• Secure loads and maintain truck cleanliness.
• Conduct weigh-ins and produce load tickets.
• Perform post-trip inspections and document defects.
• Follow safety procedures and regulations.
• Assist coworkers with material handling and maintain team environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety consciousness

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Problem-solving under field conditions

Team orientation

Education

CDL (A/B)

USDOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate

Job description

Ruston Paving is a commercial and industrial paving construction contractor with offices in New York, Virginia, and North Carolina. Established in 1943, we are a family‑oriented company that has been in business for three generations. Our company handles all types of asphalt paving projects, from minor repairs to large projects involving asphalt reclamation, recycling, and new construction.

Job Title

CLASS B DUMP TRUCK DRIVER

Pay: $26.00 – $34.00 per hour

Signing Bonus: $4,000 through July 2026 (direct applicants only)

Responsibilities

• Inspect truck equipment daily per FMCSA guidelines and complete written inspection reports.
• Maintain truck logs, time records, and send maintenance requests as needed.
• Load and unload materials safely, ensuring legal weight compliance and proper handling.
• Operate the truck to project destinations, following crew or dispatch instructions; use body levers/tilt mechanisms to dump materials.
• Secure load with tarps, chocks, and ensure cleanliness of interior and exterior of the truck.
• Conduct weigh‑in and weigh‑out at scales, produce load tickets, and comply with weight restrictions.
• Perform post‑trip inspections of vehicle, equipment, and trailers; document defects.
• Follow all safety procedures and regulations established by federal agencies and Ruston Paving.
• Assist coworkers with material handling and contribute to a positive, team‑oriented environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excitement and motivation for the workday.
• Professionalism, openness to direction, and constructive criticism.
• Commitment to safety for all crew members.
• Excellent communication skills written and orally.
• Ability to work independently and meet daily schedules.
• Understanding of routing limits, weight restrictions, and highway regulations.
• Basic first aid knowledge and safety precautions.
• Proficiency with equipment tools; adherence to safety.
• Strong problem‑solving under adverse field and weather conditions.

Education and Experience

• Combination of education and work experience that demonstrates aptitude for the role.
• Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL A, CDL A Restricted, or CDL B).
• USDOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
• Minimum 2 years of experience transporting heavy construction equipment or materials.

Additional Requirements and Benefits

• Shifts start and end at the local division office/shop; transportation to and from site provided.
• Laundered uniforms and PPE provided—must be worn.
• Possible overnight stays on occasion; per diem pay offered when it occurs.
• Double‑time pay for weekend work.
• Employees may be required to perform duties at other facility locations.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Regular sitting, reaching, talking, hearing, and use of hands and arms; noise level is loud.
• Occasional standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling.
• May lift or move up to 60 lbs.
• Requires good vision (close, distance, peripheral, depth, and focus adjustments).
• Legends: Must move arms and legs quickly, high stamina required.

Conditions of Employment

All offers are contingent upon a negative pre‑employment drug screen and background checks, including criminal history, employment verification, education verification, DMV checks, and fingerprinting.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Employer Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Double Time Saturdays
• Driver Safety Incentives
• Bonus Incentives and Allowances

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ruston Paving provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Disclaimer

The description not mandatory; duties subject to change at any time without notice.