Dump Truck Driver

Position Summary

Aviator Paving is a paving and grading contractor and part of Cardinal Infrastructure Group (Nasdaq: CDNL), a publicly traded infrastructure company. With more than 10 years in the industry, Aviator specializes in fine grading, curb, stone, asphalt paving, repairs, and maintenance, serving residential, commercial, industrial, public, and institutional clients across North and South Carolina from offices in Raleigh, Charlotte, and the Triad. Our in-house crews are dedicated to a superior product, with a focus on quality and workmanship at competitive prices.

The Dump Truck Driver keeps Aviator Paving's Triad crews supplied and moving by safely hauling stone, asphalt, millings, dirt, and equipment between job sites, quarries, plants, and the yard. The role owns the safe operation, daily inspection, and legal loading of an assigned dump truck. Success is measured by on-time deliveries that keep crews productive, a clean safety and DOT compliance record, and accurate, complete delivery tickets and driver logs.

Key Responsibilities

Hauling & Material Transport

Transport construction materials (stone, asphalt, millings, fill, and debris) and equipment to and from job sites, quarries, asphalt plants, dumps, and the yard according to the daily schedule

Operate the truck's hydraulic dump body to unload materials safely and accurately where directed by the foreman or grade checker

Deliver hot mix asphalt promptly to paving crews to maintain mix temperature and keep the paver moving

Vehicle Inspection & Care

Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections to verify tires, brakes, lights, air system, hydraulics, and fluid levels are compliant and safe

Report defects and mechanical issues promptly to the shop or supervisor; take an unsafe vehicle out of service

Keep the truck clean, fueled, greased, and in good working condition

Load Management & Record Keeping

Ensure materials are loaded evenly, secured properly, and tarped as required, and that loads stay within legal weight limits

Complete and maintain accurate driver logs, delivery and scale tickets, inspection reports, and fuel receipts, and turn them in on time

Site Coordination

Communicate directly with dispatchers, project managers, foremen, and flaggers to coordinate deliveries and adjust to schedule changes

Safely maneuver and back the truck around active, congested job sites, live traffic, workers, and moving equipment, using spotters when required

Assist ground crews with light tasks when not hauling, as directed

Safety & Compliance

Model and enforce Aviator Paving's safety program; attend daily tailgate and site safety meetings and report all incidents, near-misses, and damage immediately

Comply with company policies, OSHA regulations, and federal and North Carolina DOT/FMCSA requirements, including hours-of-service, vehicle inspection, and drug and alcohol testing rules

Other related duties as assigned

Required Skills, Competencies, Education & Experience

Demonstrated strong work ethic, integrity, and honesty

1+ year of commercial driving experience; experience operating dump trucks or trailers in construction strongly preferred

Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a Tank Vehicle (N) endorsement and a clean driving record that meets company insurance requirements

Valid DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate (must pass a DOT physical) and ability to pass pre-employment and random DOT drug and alcohol testing

Working knowledge of pre-trip/post-trip inspection procedures, hydraulic dump operation, load securement, and legal weight limits

Ability to complete paper or electronic logs and delivery tickets accurately; basic smartphone or tablet use

Clear communication with dispatch and field crews, dependability, and a commitment to arriving on time every day

Preferred Skills, Competencies, Education & Experience

Experience hauling hot mix asphalt, stone, and millings for paving and grading operations, or pulling a tag or lowboy trailer to move equipment

Familiarity with Triad-area roads, quarries, and asphalt plants

High school diploma or GED

Physical Demands

Sit for extended periods while driving; frequently climb in and out of the cab and onto truck steps and decks using three points of contact

Frequently stand, walk, bend, stoop, and kneel on uneven terrain during inspections, tarping, and site work

Repeatedly lift and carry up to 50 lbs (e.g., chains, binders, tarps, hand tools); pull and secure tarps

Have the vision, hearing, and reaction time needed to operate a commercial vehicle safely and meet DOT physical standards

Work Environment

Active construction sites, public roadways, quarries, and asphalt plants; primarily in the truck cab

Exposure to outdoor weather, heat, hot asphalt and fumes, noise, dust, live traffic, and moving equipment. Required PPE is provided and must be worn on all sites

Schedule: early starts and extended hours during paving season; occasional nights or weekends as project needs require

What We Offer

Medical, dental, vision; 401(k) with company match; paid time off and holidays

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. This job description does not create an employment contract, and employment with Aviator Paving is at-will.

Aviator Paving is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation in applying for employment, please contact Talent Acquisition at 984-267-3460 or careers@cardinalcivil.com.

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Proven experience as a delivery driver or in a similar commercial driving role. Proficiency in operating flatbed trucks, tractor-trailers, dump trucks, and roll-off trucks. Strong route driving skills with knowledge of local roads and traffic patterns. Ability to handle freight safely and efficiently. Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines. Strong communication skills to interact effectively with team members and clients. A valid commercial driver's license (CDL) is required. Class A and B, 2 years experience preferred.