Dump Truck Driver Jobs in Rensselaer, NY

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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Now hiring CDL A and B dump truck driver

Schenectady, NY (17 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
12 hours ago

Schenectady, NY (17 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
12 hours ago

experience dump truck driver....

CDL Driver Class A- Hazmat

Schenectady, NY (17 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
1 day ago

Schenectady, NY (17 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
1 day ago

Clean Harbors in Albany (Schenectady) NY is seeking a Class A CDL Driver- Hazmat to operate a variety of heavy and light duty trucks/work equipment at our customer sites; some of the vehicles operated...

Now hiring CDL A and B dump truck driver

Schenectady, NY (17 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
1 day ago

Schenectady, NY (17 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
1 day ago

Looking for experience dump truck driver. Experience must be with paving and milling. Must have clean drivers license. Pay is based on experience....

Regional CDL Driver

Round Lake, NY (20 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
4 days ago

Round Lake, NY (20 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
4 days ago

Minimum Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 21+ years of age Valid Class A CDL Required. 1 year experience, including manual. Proven working experience as a commercial truck driver....

Driver Helper to CDL Driver

Clifton Park, NY (16 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
8 days ago

Clifton Park, NY (16 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
8 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...

Heavy Equipment Operator-Colonie Landfill

Cohoes, NY (11 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
9 days ago

Cohoes, NY (11 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
9 days ago

Colonie Landfill is looking to add a Heavy Equipment Operator to the team. Pay for this role will be $23.00 Our priority is to make sure we hire safe equipment operators that care about the safety...

CDL Driver

Clifton Park, NY (16 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
16 days ago

Clifton Park, NY (16 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
16 days ago

County Waste in Clifton Park is looking to add a CDL driver to the team. Pay for this role is $26.00/hr. Why Choose Us? We are Waste Connections, an integrated services company that provides solid...

Heavy Equipment Operator

Coeymans, NY (11 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
16 days ago

Coeymans, NY (11 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
16 days ago

About Us: For over 30 years, Carver Companies' has been a leading provider of construction materials, marine transportation and infrastructure services across the East Coast. With operations in...

CDL Driver

Round Lake, NY (20 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
17 days ago

Round Lake, NY (20 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
17 days ago

Minimum Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 21+ years of age Valid Class A CDL Required. 1 year experience, including manual. Proven working experience as a commercial truck driver....

Roll Off CDL Driver

Halfmoon, NY (16 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
21 days ago

Halfmoon, NY (16 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
21 days ago

Position Summary The Roll Off CDL Truck Driver will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of rear load, front load, side load, and roll off trucks, while providing prompt, courteous...

Automated Side Load CDL Driver

Halfmoon, NY (16 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
21 days ago

Halfmoon, NY (16 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
21 days ago

Position Summary The Automated Side Load CDL Truck Driver will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of rear load, front load, side load, and roll off trucks, while providing prompt,...

Heavy Equipment CDL Driver

Delmar, NY (8 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
23 days ago

Delmar, NY (8 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
23 days ago

Build the Future with Us - EquipmentShare is Hiring a Heavy Equipment CDL Driver At EquipmentShare, we're not just filling a role - we're assembling the best team on the planet to build something...

Heavy Equipment Operator (Travel Position)

Coeymans, NY (11 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
24 days ago

Coeymans, NY (11 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
24 days ago

Carver Companies seeks a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join our dynamic team. This role involves operating various heavy machinery, such as excavators, loaders, and material handlers, to...

Non-CDL Driver I

Schenectady, NY (17 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
26 days ago

Schenectady, NY (17 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
26 days ago

Founded in 1937, Bellevue Builders Supply offers a broad range of services, including stair, wall panel and truss manufacturing, and specialty building products to both professional builders and...

Dry Van CDL Driver

Albany, NY (9 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
30+ days ago

Albany, NY (9 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
30+ days ago

About the Job Ruan is hiring Class A CDL drivers to be based in Amsterdam, NY, to haul retail store product for our dedicated customer, Target....

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Demographic Data for Rensselaer, NY

Moving to Rensselaer, NY? Find some basic demographic data about Rensselaer, NY below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Rensselaer, NY

Local

National

Total Population

21,277

Number of Businesses

422

City Size

Medium

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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...

How To Become a Truck Driver

Let's talk about the money, most truck drivers can expect to earn $30,000-$40,000 in their 1st year. I know some drivers who work as Solo drivers and decide to give up their apartments so they can...

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...

Salary for Dump Truck Driver Jobs in Rensselaer, NY

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 Rensselaer, NY 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 Rensselaer, NY

Less than 1 year

52.7%

2-4 years

24.2%

1-2 years

14.1%

4-6 years

5.4%

None

3.6%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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