Dump Truck Driver Jobs in Bessemer, AL

A Dump Truck Driver in the transportation industry is responsible for transporting loose materials for construction purposes, such as sand, gravel, or demolition waste. They operate heavy-duty trucks, adhere to safety regulations, and maintain truck equipment. They also inspect their vehicles for mechanical issues and perform minor repair work as needed. Crucially, they ensure that the contents they are transporting are loaded correctly and safely secured. Moreover, they may deliver materials to construction sites, landfill sites, or other destinations, following prescribed routes.

Key skills for a Dump Truck Driver include physical fitness, attention to detail, and the ability to follow instructions. They should also have excellent driving skills and knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations. A commercial driver's license (CDL) is a must-have certification for all Dump Truck Drivers. Previous job roles that individuals may hold before becoming a Dump Truck Driver include Delivery Driver, Truck Driver, and Forklift Operator. Some may also have experience as a Construction Laborer or Delivery Helper, allowing them to acquire a stronger understanding of construction materials and safety regulations.

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Regional NON-CDL Driver

  • Alabaster, AL (15 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Alabaster, AL (15 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Immediate opening for a SOLO Non CDL CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us in Alabaster, AL You might be wondering what your paycheck will look like. $1050 or more per week -...

Haul Truck Operator

  • Brierfield, AL (23 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Brierfield, AL (23 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 3 days ago

RESPECT to people, COURAGE to be pioneers and raise the bar, and always demonstrating INTEGRITY and authenticity. Do these core values align with yours? If so, Lhoist North America may be the...

Heavy Equipment Operator - Stripping

  • Vance, AL (20 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Vance, AL (20 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Build Your Career. Build America’s Future. Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials...

CDL Driver

  • Birmingham, AL (11 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (11 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 6 days ago

** This role is not open for submission from outside staffing agencies** CDL Delivery Driver Located at AIG 2700 19th St N Birmingham, AL 35207 What Brought You Here Pay range $18- $25/hour...

Heavy Equipment Operator- Lhoist

  • Calera, AL (23 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Calera, AL (23 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 8 days ago

Immediate Openings! This is a great chance to START YOUR CAREER with one of Shelby County's leading employers! Start training @ $19.00/hr. for an evaluation period, then raise to $23.28/hr after...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Helena, AL (10 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Helena, AL (10 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 9 days ago

Build Your Career. Build America's Future. Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials...

Heavy Equipment Operator - Loader

  • Helena, AL (10 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Helena, AL (10 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 10 days ago

Build Your Career. Build America’s Future Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials...

Heavy Equipment Operator - Dozer (Night Shift)

  • Calera, AL (23 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Calera, AL (23 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 14 days ago

Build Your Career. Build America’s Future. Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials...

Non-CDL Driver

  • Birmingham, AL (11 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (11 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 25 days ago

Coleman Worldwide Moving has immediate openings for non-CDL driving positions in your area. We are a full-service moving company and this position involves loading, transporting, and unloading...

CDL Driver- Local and OTR

  • Birmingham, AL (11 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (11 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 25 days ago

Coleman Worldwide Moving has immediate openings for CDL driving positions in your area. We are a full-service moving company and this position involves loading, transporting, and unloading...

Heavy Equipment Operator - Haul Truck

  • Calera, AL (23 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Calera, AL (23 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 26 days ago

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for, but not limited to operating heavy equipment including excavator, dozers, graders, dump trucks, front-end loaders, compactors, scrapers, and water trucks...

Dump truck Driver

  • Alabaster, AL (15 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Alabaster, AL (15 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Asphalt Paving Crew We are hiring experienced Dump truck Driver. Looking for CDL Driver....

Non-CDL Driver

  • Chelsea, AL (16 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chelsea, AL (16 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Drive for BFS, the #1 name in the industry and America's largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. At Builders FirstSource,...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Fairfield, AL (5 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fairfield, AL (5 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Phoenix Global is a premier Mill services provider with special expertise in Slag Processing Scrap Yards, Transportation (Logistics), and Packaging Services as well as in other sectors involving...

Service Technician-CDL Driver-FM

  • Birmingham, AL (11 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (11 miles from Bessemer, AL)
  • 29 days ago

Job Title: Service Technician FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Department: Loram Fleet Operations Reports to: Assistant Manager, Field Services GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE: The Service Technician...

Demographic Data for Bessemer, AL

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Salary for Dump Truck Driver Jobs in Bessemer, AL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTransportation research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Dump Truck Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

Dump Truck Drivers in Bessemer, AL offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.7%
Associate's Degree
12.2%
Bachelor's Degree
10.7%
Master's Degree
4.1%
Some College
3.5%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dump Truck Drivers in Bessemer, AL
Less than 1 year
52.7%
2-4 years
24.2%
1-2 years
14.1%
4-6 years
5.4%
None
3.6%



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