Dump Truck Driver Jobs in Michigan

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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EXPERIENCED CDL DRIVER NEEDED SEMI WITH DUMP TRAILER Home Nightly

  • Belleville, MI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Belleville, MI
  • 5 hours ago

LOCAL CDL CLASS A DRIVERS NEEDED THIS IS A FULL TIME POSITION WITH NEWER TRUCK TYPE: SEMI WITH QUAD DUMP TRALER TRUCKS (MANUAL TRANSMISSION) PAID WEEKLY! HOME DAILY HAULING: CONCRETE & DIRT *MUST...

Otr Cdl Driver $1200-$2400 Weekly 1099 Pay

  • Highland Park, MI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Highland Park, MI
  • 5 hours ago

APPLY NOW!!! OTR DEDICATED Drop and Hook GM lanes available MI TO TX $1,200-$2,400 Per week * DETROIT-DALLAS DROP AND HOOK, round trip $1,200 DIRECT TO DALLAS DROP AND HOOK BOTH WAYS *...

Concrete Laborers , Cdl Driver-Laborer

  • Ray, MI
  • 9 hours ago
  • Ray, MI
  • 9 hours ago

concrete laborers, cdl driver-laborer (Ray) Mandarino construction 31 mile near Romeo plank compensation: Negotiable employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Concrete finisher...

CDL Driver - Class A or B

  • Traverse City, MI
  • 10 hours ago
  • Traverse City, MI
  • 10 hours ago

Requirements: Possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL A or B). AIR BRAKES ENDORSEMENT REQUIRED!...

CDL Driver - Roll Off

  • Hartland, MI
  • 10 hours ago
  • Hartland, MI
  • 10 hours ago

Possess valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)....

Heavy Equipment Operator (Travel)

  • Saint Ignace, MI
  • 15 hours ago
  • Saint Ignace, MI
  • 15 hours ago

Overview At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours. As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will develop new skills, work in a safety-minded environment, and join us in...

Regional CDL Driver

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 19 hours ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 19 hours ago

Better Path CDL is recruiting for a reefer company out of Grand Rapids, Kentwood, Lansing, Kalamazoo MI, and surrounding areas. The company is a reefer carrier with a great reputation offering...

Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator Landfill III

  • Hastings, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Hastings, MI
  • 2 days ago

I. Job Summary Operates a wide variety of heavy equipment vehicles that perform the spreading and compaction of construction demolition, soil remediation, commercial and residential waste disposed...

Heavy Equipment Operator II

  • Detroit, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 2 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Heavy Equipment Operator safely operates various light and heavy equipment in a hazardous waste treatment processing facility or landfill. PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists...

Dump Truck driver

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 2 days ago

un Dump Truck driver (Grand Rapids) R@M trucking compensation: Based on experience employment type: job title: Dump truck driver Needing to hire immediately =Hauling Asphalt M -f please contact me soon...

Local Non-CDL Driver needed

  • Romulus, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Romulus, MI
  • 3 days ago

Pilot Now A Maersk Company is searching for a NON CDL company driver for store local and residential deliveries, with Box truck experience. If you are interested, please read requirements and...

Dump Truck driver

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 3 days ago

Needing to hire immediately =Hauling Asphalt M -f please contact me soon possibly Luke O +...

Heavy Equipment Operator, Transfer Stations

  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 3 days ago

I. Job Summary Operate a wide variety of heavy equipment vehicles that construct landfills, open cells that are ready for trash fill, close cells, site maintenance, site closures, and/or mining....

Heavy Equipment Operator II

  • Saginaw, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Saginaw, MI
  • 4 days ago

Operates a variety of support equipment including dump trucks, pickup trucks, packer trucks, asphalt roller, air compressor and air tools, street sweeper, leaf vac, pavement saws, sand blaster, chipper...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Burton, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Burton, MI
  • 4 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator (Burton) Country Oaks Landscape Supply 3218 E Atherton Rd compensation: Will talk in person employment type: job title: Heavy Equipment Operator Busy Landscape Yard Look...

Demographic Data for Michigan

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Dump Truck Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Dump Truck - Orientation (Course)
This course is designed to address the significant role dump trucks play in various industries worldwide, including mining, construction, farming, and industrial work. Acknowledging their pivotal...
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...
Dump Truck Operator Safety Training Online
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Salary for Dump Truck Driver Jobs in Michigan

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 Michigan offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.9%
Associate's Degree
12.2%
Bachelor's Degree
10.8%
Master's Degree
4.1%
Some College
3.6%
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 Michigan
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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