The job of a dump truck driver is to operate and drive a dump truck. He usually transports materials from point A to point B and dumps them where they are needed. A person with this job typically hauls and dumps materials for construction projects, but he may also be called upon to haul materials for other businesses. During the winter months, the drivers may be called upon to assist in the clearing of snow.
Dump truck drivers work in the material transportation industry. A person in this position is frequently required to load a dump truck with machinery, though he may also be required to load it manually. The company that hires a driver is counting on him to drive and operate the dump truck safely and in accordance with the laws of his jurisdiction. He must also be aware of and follow standard safety procedures while performing his duties.
Although a dump truck driver may work for a trucking company, this is not always the case. Construction companies employ some dump truck drivers, while municipal governments employ others. There are also some drivers who are self-employed, own their own trucks, and offer their services on a project-by-project basis to construction companies and other businesses. A freelance driver is someone who provides services in this manner.
A dump truck driver’s job is usually done on local roads. Most dump trucks are not designed for high-speed driving, so this is not a truck driving job that requires a lot of time on highways. On any given day, a person in this field may make several trips to a construction site, and the majority of his work is done on the job or at the construction site rather than on the road.
A person who wants to work as a dump truck driver usually does not need a lot of education. Most employers are willing to hire people with high school diplomas or diplomas in general education development (GEDs). However, this does not imply that a driver begins without any prior training. In many cases, a person who wants to pursue this field prepares by enrolling in a related course at a vocational school, and most jurisdictions require aspiring drivers to earn commercial driver’s licenses as well. Additionally, anyone interested in pursuing this career should have a clean driving record.