Dump Truck Driver Jobs in Oakland, NJ

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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CDL Driver

  • New City, NY (15 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago
  • New City, NY (15 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago

Serious applicants only with clean CDL, CDL can be any class with a P endorsement of 7 passengers or less. Please contact ... to schedule an interview....

Small excavating company Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Oakland, NJ
  • 19 hours ago
  • Oakland, NJ
  • 19 hours ago

truck Full-time or Part-time work Must have reference Must be dependable Call Bill ......

Small excavating company Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Oakland, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Oakland, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Father & Son Business Must have 10 year or more Experience in septic installing & Foundation Excavation & Drainage CDL will be helpful to drive dump truck Full-time or Part-time work Must have reference...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • White Plains, NY (24 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • White Plains, NY (24 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

A well-established heavy Civil/Sitework contractor based in Westchester County NY is currently seeking an experienced equipment operator. This is a full-time, year-round position. Company offers...

Non-CDL Driver - No Exp Needed - Training Provided

  • Chester, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chester, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Getting students to school safely, on time, and ready to learn® is what we do. We work tirelessly to ensure the peace of mind of those who have entrusted their children to us. Safety, above all,...

CDL Driver needed in Westchester - Full time and part time work

  • Ossining, NY (23 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ossining, NY (23 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Driver with CDL required for hook lift truck. Driving is only part time and other time will be doing restoration work including: Construction helper Water restoration and mitigation work...

Experienced CDL Driver- Bronx NY

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Why Choose Us? We are Waste Connections, an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout...

Non CDL Driver

  • Paterson, NJ (8 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Paterson, NJ (8 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Non CDL Driver (Paterson) Diaco Food Service compensation: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Non CDL Driver We are seeking a Truck Driver (Non-CDL)...

Dump Truck Driver

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Dump Truck Driver (Capital Region) compensation: Pay negotiable based on experience. employment type: job title: Dump Truck Driver Busy company looking to hire a driver for tri-axle dump truck....

CDL DRIVER (A-B-C) must have Passenger endorsement

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

CDL DRIVER (A-B-C) must have Passenger endorsement (Brooklyn) Cumberland near Flushing ave compensation: Hourly / Commission basis / W2 employment type: experience level: mid level job title: CDL...

Coffee Route Non CDL Driver needed ; Bonus Base Provided

  • Wanaque, NJ (2 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Wanaque, NJ (2 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Coffee Route Non CDL Driver needed ; Bonus Base Provided (Totowa) Curated Cup compensation: Base Pay @ $100-125 per location serviced employment type: job title: Route Driver Hi! We are a growing...

Heavy Equipment Operator II - Crane

  • Mount Vernon, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Mount Vernon, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Company Description Harsco Corporation is a diversified, global engineered products and services company serving the worldwide environmental, steel, railway and energy sectors. We have an...

Driver Helper to CDL Driver

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

We are looking for a safety conscious Driver Helper (trainee) to join the team at our County Waste location in Clifton Park, NY. This opportunity will be extended to a laborer (driver helper) whom...

CDL Driver

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Minimum 1 year of experience as a commercial driver Class B Commercial Driver's License Be at least 21 years of age A currently valid driver's license Satisfy all applicable...

Heavy equipment operator/laborer

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

truck occasionally a front end loader....

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Dump Truck Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Dump Truck Driver Jobs in Oakland, NJ

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 Oakland, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
42.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.8%
Associate's Degree
12.2%
Bachelor's Degree
11.2%
Master's Degree
4.1%
Some College
3.4%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dump Truck Drivers in Oakland, NJ
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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