Dump Truck Driver Jobs in Nashville, TN

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 Needed $1600 FLAT WEEKLY RATE WEEKEND HOME

  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 hours ago

HIRING CLASS A CDL/ OTR Driver NEED SOMEONE CLOSER TO NASHVILLE, TN Weekly with Direct Deposit WEEKENDS HOME 1099 TAX FORM NO North East or West Coast Freight DEDICATED ROUNTRIPS OUT OF NASHVILLE, TN...

Dump Truck Driver

  • Brentwood, TN (9 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Brentwood, TN (9 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 6 hours ago

CDL Dump Truck Driver Must have clean MVR, Valid Medical Card Must pass Drug Screen Punctual, Responsible, Ability to work hard Perform Daily pre-trip Automatic Dump Truck...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 hours ago

D+M Development is now hiring for a Heavy Equipment Operator in Nashville, TN (various locations) Safely handle heavy equipment such as Excavators, Bulldozers, Loaders, and Skid loaders and be...

CDL Driver A - Bilingual Preferred (English/Spanish)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 hours 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...

We are looking for a Blood Mob ile CDL Driver for our Nashville, TN Mobile. This role requires driving a variety of company vehicles including box trucks, buses and others in the Nashville Area...

Dump truck driver

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

driver's license (CDL) with a clean driving record - Proven experience in route driving and freight transportation - Ability to operate manual and automated dump trucks - Familiarity with manual transmission...

Dry Van CDL Driver

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

About the Job Ruan is looking for Class A CDL drivers to be based in Nashville, TN, to haul and deliver freight for our dedicated customer....

Non CDL Driver

  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago

Ready to move your career forward? Pace is hiring a Non CDL Box Truck Driver in Nashville, TN. Pace is seeking a natural leader who will make multi-stop business to business deliveries from the...

Traveling Heavy Equipment Operator With Per Diem

  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago

Aerotek is looking to hire TRAVELING HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS to work across the country to build data centers for one of the largest construction company in the US. The pay is between $25 -$35...

Heavy Equipment Operator - Mobile Overburden Removal

  • Nashville, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 5 days ago

Heavy Equipment Operator - Mobile Overburden Removal - 250001A8 Description Build Your Career. Build America's Future. Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of construction...

CDL Driver Class A

  • Goodlettsville, TN (11 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Goodlettsville, TN (11 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 6 days ago

Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us in Goodlettsville, TN For More Info Call Gloria or Text "Goodlettsville" to ......

CDL Driver

  • Goodlettsville, TN (11 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Goodlettsville, TN (11 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 10 days ago

Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us in Goodlettsville, TN For More Info Call Gloria or Text "Goodlettsville" to ......

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Pleasant View, TN (22 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Pleasant View, TN (22 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 11 days ago

Build Your Career. Build America’s Future. Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials...

Blood Mobile Non CDL Driver Nashville, TN

  • Nashville, TN
  • 12 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 12 days ago

We are looking for a Blood Mobile Driver for our Nashville, TN Mobile. This role requires driving a variety of company vehicles including box trucks, buses and others in the Nashville Area for...

CDL Driver A

  • Franklin, TN (22 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (22 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 12 days ago

A CDL license Experience operating a Manual shift may be preferred Experience operating a Moffett or other truck-mounted forklift may be preferred Ability to read and write to record and maintain daily...

Demographic Data for Nashville, TN

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Dump Truck - Orientation (Course)
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Salary for Dump Truck Driver Jobs in Nashville, TN

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 Nashville, TN 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 Nashville, TN
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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