Dump Truck Driver Jobs in Tampa, FL

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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Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Wesley Chapel, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wesley Chapel, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Hourly Wage: $20.45 - $23.95 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Largo, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Largo, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Established in 1978, United Scrap Metal (USM) has grown from $200 and a rental truck into one of the largest full-service recyclers in the country. Today, the USM team continues to pioneer...

CDL Driver - Conveyor Operator

  • Ruskin, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ruskin, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Are you a skilled CDL driver looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can be home every night? At QXO, we're seeking a dedicated driver who takes pride in safety, service, and teamwork. As a...

CDL Driver - $1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS

  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago

Are you a skilled CDL driver looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can be home every night? At QXO, we're seeking a dedicated driver who takes pride in safety, service, and teamwork. As a...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Shift: Mon-Fri 6a-6p with EVERY OTHER Sat 7a-5p Pay: starting at 20.00 per hour Preferred experience: 1 year of heavy equipment operation and experience driving a NON-CDL roll off truck. Waste...

CDL Driver/Shop Helper

  • Tampa, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 4 days ago

We are a Tampa based manufacturer of precast architectural stone and foam. We are seeking a reliable and experienced CDL driver/Shop helper to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a valid...

CDL Driver - Class B

  • Holiday, FL (23 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Holiday, FL (23 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 6 days ago

$21.00 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...

We are looking for an experienced Dump Truck subcontractor driver to work in the area of Tampa Bay and its surroundings. Company's trucks are located at 50th street and Causeway area....

CDL Driver needed FOR TREE CREW

  • Largo, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Largo, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 6 days ago

$2,000 SIGN ON BONUS after 90 days *** CDL Driver with experience operating Grapple truck needed for busy, growing tree division. We are looking for motivated, professional, hard-working...

CDL Driver Training - Earn Your CDL A

  • Tampa, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 6 days ago

Get paid while you get your CDL A! - Earn your CDL on the job - 3-5 weeks away from home, OTR Our drivers can expect to be away from home for 3 - 5 weeks at a time during training and as an over...

About us: Founded in 1963, Webber is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing...

COMPANY CDL DRIVER NEEDED - $2000+ a week

  • Tampa, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 7 days ago

FOR MORE INFO CALL/TEXT AT ... or simply apply here We're hiring company drivers. We offer steady loads, mainly in the Midwest. COMPANY DRIVERS 65cpm 3000-4000 miles per week $2000-$2400 per week...

Dump Truck Driver

  • Plant City, FL (20 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Plant City, FL (20 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 9 days ago

DUMP TRUCK DRIVER C.W. Roberts Contracting, Inc. (CWR) is a growing road construction company. We are seeking to fill a Dump Truck Driver position for our local operations....

Future Tampa, FL CDL Driver

  • Tampa, FL
  • 10 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 10 days ago

Future CDL Delivery Driver Opportunity with EquipmentShare! EquipmentShare is accepting applications for future CDL Delivery Driver openings in the Tampa, FL area. At EquipmentShare, we're always...

CDL Driver - Conveyor Operator

  • Ruskin, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Ruskin, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 10 days ago

We’re looking for bold, entrepreneurial talent ready to help build something extraordinary — and reshape the future of building products distribution. QXO is a publicly traded company founded by...

Demographic Data for Tampa, FL

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Dump Truck - Orientation (Course)
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Dump Truck: Driving Safely (Course)
Enhancing road safety skills including the importance of wearing seatbelts, maintaining appropriate speeds, and creating sufficient distance to prevent collisions. Mitigating on-site hazards...
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Salary for Dump Truck Driver Jobs in Tampa, FL

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 Tampa, FL 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 Tampa, FL
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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