Dump Truck Driver - Full-time
•8 days ago
Verified Pay | $26 per hour |
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Hours | Full-time |
Location | Syracuse, NY Syracuse, New York |
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Dump Truck Driver - Careers At Ruston Paving Co, Inc.
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pstrongIf you are looking for�/strong/p
p�an innovative company, built on a foundation of teamwork, safety, and excellence, Ruston Paving is for you!/p
pstrongWe are looking for�/strong/p
p�someone who is ready to work hard, be a team player, and show up each day with a positive attitude to motivate others! You don�t need to be the best. You just have to be willing and eager to learn from our skilled team!/p
pstrongEmployee Benefits /strong/p
pRuston Paving is 100% Employee-Owned through an ESOP! Come work for a company where your hard work truly pays off!/p
pOur most important asset is our people! When you work for Ruston Paving, we are dedicated to giving you more than just a job. We want to ensure a career with well-rounded benefits for you and your family. With this, we proudly offer a variety of great benefits such as:/p
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pHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance/p
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pHealth Savings Account with Employer Contributions/p
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pPaid Time Off and Paid Holidays/p
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p401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match/p
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pDouble Time Saturdays/p
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pDriver Safety Incentives/p
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pAnd many more!/p
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pemstrongOn the go? You can text to apply! /strong/em/p
pemstrongSimply text TRUCK21 to 315-918-PAVE (7283). /strong/em/p
pstrongDUMP TRUCK DRIVER/strong/p
pstrong$2,000 SIGNING BONUS THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2025*/strong/p
pPay: $26.00 - $31.00 per hour/p
pstrongAbout the Company/strong/p
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pRuston Paving is a commercial and industrial paving construction contractor with offices in New York, Virginia, and North Carolina. Established in 1943, we are a family-oriented company that has been in business for three generations. Our company is capable of all types of asphalt paving projects ranging from minor repairs to larger projects incorporating asphalt reclamation and recycling, as well as new construction./p
pstrongGeneral Summary of the Position/strong/p
pTeamwork is a major part of every position at Ruston Paving, so it is important to note that, aside from all other listed responsibilities, you must be willing to assist others and be as productive as possible. The dump truck driver drives trucks equipped with various configurations of dump body to transport and dump materials such as stone, asphalt, or other materials as needed. The individual in this position drives other vehicles and/or configurations as assigned and trained. /p
pstrongEssential Functions/strong/p
pThe following are a list of essential functions for the position. These are responsibilities that an individual must be able to perform with or without reasonable accommodation. /p
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liPerforms daily truck equipment inspections per FMCSA guidelines to assure equipment is safe for usage. /li
liCompletes written daily inspection report as required. Submits requests for maintenance for any repair items. /li
liMaintains truck logs or time recordings as required by state, federal, and company policies and regulations. /li
liAssists with proper and legal loading of materials for transport. /li
liWeighs in and out of scales for load ticketing and legal weight compliance./li
liOperates truck safely to and from project destination. /li
liMaintains contact with dispatch center for instructions. /li
liPulls levers or turns cranks to tilt body and dump contents from tailgate or chutes. /li
liMoves hand and foot controls for truck movement forward and backward and to loosen and dump material adhering to body. /li
liProperly tarps load for transit. /li
liProperly chocks wheels when leaving the truck per company guidelines. /li
liRegularly maintains cargo area to be free of debris and is responsible for the cleanliness of both the interior and exterior of the truck. /li
liInspects load for loose debris prior to transport. /li
liPerforms post trip vehicle inspections for vehicles driven, equipment moved, and trailers towed, noting any defects or deficiencies in writing. Written inspections are turned in to designated locations or personnel. /li
liPerforms all safety procedures required by governmental agencies and those established by Ruston Paving. /li
liAll other duties as assigned. /li
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pstrongKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities/strong/p
pA good deal of responsibility falls on the dump truck driver to ensure the proper transportation and safety of materials to and from the field. Here are some things we are looking for in a good candidate: /p
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liExcitement and motivation for the workday ahead. /li
liProfessionalism and willingness to take direction and constructive criticism in the field. /li
liPrioritizes the safety of every individual on the job site. /li
liExpresses a genuine interest in the thoughts, opinions, and needs of coworkers and customers. /li
liKnowledge and awareness to adjust routing in accordance with posted weight restrictions and permitted uses for the vehicle being operated. /li
liSome knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials, and supplies used in construction work. /li
liGeneral knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions. /li
liAbility to use equipment and tools properly and safely. Ruston Paving does not tolerate short cuts in safety. /li
liAbility to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule. /li
liAbility to communicate both orally and in writing. /li
liAbility to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions. /li
liAbility to apply common sense understanding and to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagrammatic form. /li
liAbility to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. /li
liAbility to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. /li
liAbility to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency. /li
liAbility to deal with problems involving deviation from standardized and/or planned situations or procedures. /li
liAbility to perform job requirements in adverse field conditions and all weather conditions. /li
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pstrongEducation and Experience/strong/p
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liAny combination of education and work experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the work as described. /li
liMust possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver�s License (CDL A, CDL A Restricted, or CDL B). /li
liMust possess a USDOT Medical Examiner�s Certificate. /li
liDrivers must possess a minimum of 2 years of experience transporting heavy construction equipment and/or materials for paving and/or site excavation. /li
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pstrongAdditional Requirements and Benefits /strong/p
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liEmployee shifts start and end at the local division office/shop. Transportation to and from the job site is provided. /li
liWe pride ourselves on our clean appearance on every job site! Laundered uniforms and personal protective equipment are provided and must be worn in accordance with the company policy. /li
liAlthough it does not occur very often, projects may require out of town overnight stays. Per diem pay is offered when these projects occur. /li
liWe provide double time pay for weekend work. /li
liEmployees may be sent to other facility locations and operations to perform duties as required. /li
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pstrongPhysical Requirements and Working Conditions/strong/p
pThe safety of our employees is the most important focus every day! The following context is representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. (emReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions./em) /p
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liEmployees are regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Noise level is generally loud. /li
liEmployees are occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. /li
liEmployees may occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 lbs. /li
liSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. /li
liMust be able to quickly move arms and legs. /li
liExcellent stamina is required. /li
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pstrongConditions of Employment/strong/p
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pAll job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a negative pre-employment drug screen and certain background check which, unless prohibited by applicable law, may include criminal history checks, employment verification, education verification, DMV checks, and fingerprinting. /p
pstrongDisclaimers/strong/p
pThis description is not meant to cover every aspect of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities are subject to change any time with or without notice. /p
pRuston Paving provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws./p
pThis policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training./p
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p* Signing bonus, if offered, applies to direct applicants only; not available to candidates submitted by recruiters. Details, if applicable, will be in the offer letter./p
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