Haul Truck Operator

Turner-Mining-Group-LLC; Charles Town (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner-Mining-Group-LLC in Charles Town, WV seeks a reliable Haul Truck Driver and Heavy Equipment Operator for direct placement. Operate CAT 730/740 articulated haul trucks on underground utility projects, ensuring safety and productivity. Responsibilities include pre/post-trip inspections, daily logs, and occasional skid steer operation. Must have 2+ years experience, OSHA 10 preferred, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating CAT 730/740 or similar civil earthmoving equipment.
• Ability to operate skid steers and small wheel loaders when needed.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred; valid driver’s license required.
• Familiarity with civil site earthmoving and underground utility construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Haul soil, aggregate, backfill, and rock with CAT 730/740 articulated haul trucks.
• Occasionally operate skid steers and small wheel loaders for site tasks.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure machine safety.
• Accurately complete daily logs, maintenance sheets, and load tallies.
• Coordinate with site superintendents, excavator operators, and pipe crews for safe site flow.

Skills

CAT 730/740

Safety inspections

Daily logs

Team coordination

Education

OSHA 10 certification

Tools

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Haul Truck Driver – Heavy Equipment Operator

Location: Charles Town, WV

Position Type: Direct Placement (Full-Time, Permanent)

Primary Fleet: CAT 730 / CAT 740 Articulated Haul Trucks

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Are you a skilled operator who takes pride in driving heavy iron and keeping civil jobsites moving? We are hiring a dependable, safety-focused Haul Truck Driver for a direct placement role in Charles Town, WV.

You will primarily pilot CAT 730 and 740 haul trucks on active underground utility projects, with opportunities to operate secondary support machinery like skid steers and small wheel loaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Haul Truck Operations: Safely operate CAT 730 and 740 articulated haul trucks to haul soil, aggregate, backfill, and rock across underground utility construction sites.
• Versatile Equipment Support: Occasionally operate support equipment such as skid steers and small wheel loaders for site staging, backfilling, and material movement.
• Pre/Post-Trip Inspections: Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip equipment safety checks (fluids, hydraulics, tires, lights) to ensure machine reliability.
• Daily Logging: Accurately complete daily logs, maintenance sheets, and material load tallies.
• Jobsite Collaboration: Coordinate closely with site superintendents, excavator operators, and pipe crews for efficient site flow and safety.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience: 2+ years of experience preferred operating articulated haul trucks (CAT 730/740 or similar civil earthmoving equipment).
• Equipment Versatility: Ability or willingness to occasionally jump into skid steers and small wheel loaders when needed.
• Certifications: OSHA 10 preferred and a valid drivers license.
• Utility Site Knowledge: Familiarity with civil site earthmoving and underground utility construction environments.
• Reliability: Strong commitment to daily pre/post-trip safety checks, daily logging, and punctual attendance.