Water Truck Driver

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. in Springdale, AR is seeking a dependable Water Truck Driver / Laborer to support asphalt milling and base prep operations. You will operate a water truck for dust control and assist with grading, base installation, and roadway preparation alongside a hands-on crew.

The role emphasizes safety, outdoor work, and the ability to perform labor-intensive tasks as part of a fast-paced construction team. Prior construction or asphalt experience is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid Class B CDL preferred (Class A is a plus).
• Valid DOT Medical Card or ability to obtain one.
• Previous experience operating a water truck or other commercial vehicle preferred.
• Construction experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with asphalt paving, milling, grading, base preparation, or heavy civil construction is a plus.
• Ability to safely work around heavy equipment and active construction operations.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to perform labor-intensive tasks as needed.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a crew.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a water truck to support milling, grading, and base preparation operations.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and maintain required vehicle documentation.
• Fill, transport, and distribute water for dust suppression, moisture conditioning, and jobsite support.
• Monitor water usage and coordinate refilling activities to keep production moving.
• Follow all DOT regulations, company policies, and safety procedures.
• Assist with roadway preparation activities, including base rock installation, grading support, and cleanup.
• Perform general construction labor duties when not operating the water truck.
• Assist operators, foremen, and crew members with daily production activities.
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite.
• Direct traffic or assist with work zone setup when necessary.
• Report equipment issues, safety concerns, and production needs to supervisors.

Skills

CDL Class B

Safety-minded

Team player

PPE compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We are seeking a dependable and hardworking Water Truck Driver / Laborer to join our Asphalt Milling and Base Prep team. This position plays a critical role in supporting roadway construction operations by safely operating a water truck for dust control, compaction support, and site maintenance. When not driving, this individual will work alongside the crew performing a variety of construction labor duties related to asphalt milling, base installation, grading, and roadway preparation. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, willing to work outdoors in a fast-paced construction environment, and enjoys being part of a hands-on crew. Previous construction, asphalt, grading, or utility experience is preferred but not required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Safely operate a water truck to support milling, grading, and base preparation operations.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and maintain required vehicle documentation.
• Fill, transport, and distribute water for dust suppression, moisture conditioning, and jobsite support.
• Monitor water usage and coordinate refilling activities to keep production moving efficiently.
• Follow all DOT regulations, company policies, and safety procedures.
• Assist with roadway preparation activities, including base rock installation, grading support, and cleanup.
• Perform general construction labor duties when not operating the water truck.
• Assist operators, foremen, and crew members with daily production activities.
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite.
• Direct traffic or assist with work zone setup when necessary.
• Report equipment issues, safety concerns, and production needs to supervisors.
• Properly wear and utilize required PPE at all times.
• Work extended hours, weekends, and travel when project demands require it.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid Class B CDL preferred (Class A is a plus).
• Valid DOT Medical Card or ability to obtain one.
• Previous experience operating a water truck, dump truck, or other commercial vehicle preferred.
• Construction experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with asphalt paving, milling, grading, base preparation, or heavy civil construction is a plus.
• Ability to safely work around heavy equipment and active construction operations.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to perform labor-intensive tasks as needed.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a crew.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS) is all about owning what we do from start to finish. We’re a 100% employee-owned multi-faceted contractor who thrives on delivering complex heavy civil projects by developing innovative infrastructure solutions. Our growing team of employee-owners are experts in grading, excavation, underground utilities, bridge construction, asphalt paving, concrete paving, and pavement preservation.