Haul Truck Operator

Turner-Mining-Group-LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner-Mining-Group-LLC is seeking a Haul Truck Driver – Heavy Equipment Operator for a direct placement role in Charles Town, WV. The successful candidate will operate CAT 730 and 740 articulated haul trucks on underground utility projects and may assist with skid steers and small wheel loaders as needed.

Responsibilities include daily safety checks, accurate logging, and close collaboration with site teams to maintain efficient site flow and safety.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience preferred operating articulated haul trucks (CAT 730/740).
• Comfort with skid steers and small wheel loaders.
• OSHA 10 preferred and a valid driver’s license.
• Familiarity with civil site earthmoving and underground utility construction environments.
• Strong commitment to daily safety checks and punctual attendance.

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 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.
• 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.

Skills

Articulated haul trucks

Skid steer operation

Small wheel loader operation

Safety inspections/pre-trip

Valid driver’s license

Education

OSHA 10

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

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.