OhioMeansJobs| Cleveland - Cuyahoga County is sourcing for a Dump Truck Tuck Driver for a Construction Company in Cleveland

Position Summary

The Company is seeking a dedicated dump truck driver to transport various materials to construction sites. The Driver’s responsibilities include using the cranks and levers inside the truck to unload materials, supervising the loading of materials onto the truck, to pick up and deliver materials according to a schedule, and inspecting the truck for any mechanical issues before and after every trip. You should also be able to safely drive and operate the truck in all weather conditions. To be a top-performing dump truck driver you should perform all duties in accordance with company safety rules and Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) road safety regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Transporting crushed rock, sand, gravel, salt, broken concrete, debris, etc. to and from specified locations.
• Verifying the types of materials being transported and ensuring that they do not exceed weight restrictions.
• Ensuring that the materials are loaded correctly onto the dump truck.
• Inspecting the dump truck before and after every trip or as required by management, which includes checking the oil, gas, and water levels as well as the lights and tires.
• Promptly reporting any accidents, injuries, or mechanical faults to management and or the appropriate authority (contact the police following an accident).
• Performing regular inspections to ensure the truck is in good working order.
• Maintain accurate driver logs.
• Complying with all safety rules and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• High School Diploma or GED preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Valid Class A/ B Commercial Driver’s License
• Valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate
• Good Driving Record and thorough knowledge of traffic laws and defensive driving
• Proven experience operating a standard dump truck
• Working knowledge of construction site safety, truck maintenance, and road safety regulations
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public
• Ability to problem sole effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work independently