Dump Truck Driver Jobs in Truckee, CA

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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10 wheel Dump Truck Driver

  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 1 day ago

un 10 wheel Dump Truck Driver (Reno) Northern Nevada Trucking 2284 Dickerson Road compensation: 30 an hour to start employment type: job title: Dump truck driver I need 10 wheel dump truck drivers!...

Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Truckee, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Truckee, CA
  • 4 days ago

$50-$65 per hour plus benefits for non prevailing work depending on experience. Long term career opportunity with an established family owned and operated company. We have people who have been...

10 wheel Dump Truck Driver

  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 6 days ago

I need 10 wheel dump truck drivers! Must have 2yr. CDL EXPERIENCE. 40 to 50 hours a week. Starting pay 30 dollars an hour. Over time after 40. Call 775 338 four seven nine three....

Heavy equipment operator

  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 15 days ago

un Heavy equipment operator (Minden/Carson, Dayton) compensation: 28-35 PER HOUR DOE+ d costs health insurance-401k employment type: job title: operator Contractor needs experienced operator for...

CDL Driver

  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Must possess and be able to maintain a current Class A CDL and medical card. Must have a clean driving and safety record working within DOT rules and regulations....

CDL Driver A - Bilingual Preferred (English/Spanish)

  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

A CDL license Bilingual Proficiency - candidates who are conversational in English/Spanish are preferred Experience operating a Manual shift may be preferred Experience operating a Moffett or other...

CDL Driver

  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

About Us A fully owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), FiberTel, LLC. is locally grown in Utah's Art City and has rapidly expanded over the Northwest and Western regions. As an...

CDL Driver - Class B (or A)

  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

$25.00 per hour JOB SUMMARY Responsible for delivery and pickup of containers to and/or from customer locations; provide an effective and incident free delivery or pickup of a container while...

Part Time CDL Driver - Class B

  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Reno, NV (24 miles from Truckee, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

$25.00 per hour JOB SUMMARY Responsible for delivery and pickup of containers to and/or from customer locations; provide an effective and incident free delivery or pickup of a container while...

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Dump Truck - Orientation (Course)
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Salary for Dump Truck Driver Jobs in Truckee, CA

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 Truckee, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.1%
Associate's Degree
12.3%
Bachelor's Degree
11.0%
Master's Degree
4.0%
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 Truckee, CA
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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