CDL-A Dump Truck Driver - Travel Required
In this position, the CDL-A Truck Driver will be assigned to a crew and will assist in the installation, repair and/or replacement of underground water/sewer lines, and other services. This position is considered to involve about 20% CDL-A experienced Truck Driver duties and 80% laborer duties. Position is physically demanding and includes gas distribution pipeline construction, repair, and maintenance and general laboring duties while being responsible for operating CDL-A required vehicles, and other duties assigned by supervisor. This position requires the individual to have a valid CDL-A driver’s license with a driving record that meets the requirements of the Company Fleet Policy.
Essential Job Functions
• Drive vehicles such as dump truck, large truck and trailer, equipment haulers, etc. in excess of 26,000 lbs. to haul Equipment, Pipe, Other Materials, Debris, etc
• Loading, Unloading, and Securing equipment and materials; use of Chains, Ratchet Straps, tarps etc. to secure loads
• Daily pre-shift vehicle and equipment inspections, including any required forms
• Keeping daily log, if required
• Laboring on water and sewer crew, especially hand shoveling/digging
• Heavy/Repeated lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs
• Working in extreme weather conditions
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Valid CDL-A Driver’s License with driving record meeting Company Fleet Policy Standards
• Knowledge of underground utilities and locator markings
• Skill to operate vehicle in close proximity to workers and underground utilities
• Ability to interact with the public, supervisors, and coworkers professionally at all times
• Possess a strong work ethic with a commitment to safety and excellence
• Ability to comprehend and communicate specific directions to ensure the safety of all
• Ability to tolerate working in extreme weather conditions
• Distinguish safety colors with 20/20 eyesight, if necessary using corrective lenses
• Withstand prolonged and repeated: lifting (including overhead, up to 50lbs); standing; climbing; kneeling; reaching and feeling; crouching and crawling
• Ability to work with a heightened awareness within the “red zone” of heavy equipment
• Flexibility to work various locations and schedules with the ability to travel, stay late or even overnight when necessary, with little or no notice
• Possess and ability to maintain a valid DOT medical card
Required Education and Experience
• Valid CDL-A License for > 1 year
• CDL-A driving/operating experience > 1 year
• Heavy physical laborer experience > 3 years
Preferred, but not required
• Valid CDL-A License for > 2 years
• CDL-A driving experience > 2 years
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Water Waste construction experience > 1 year
Pre-employment Requirements
• Satisfactory Pre-employment drug screening
• Provide US work authorization documents for I-9 form
• MVR satisfying Company Fleet Vehicle Policy requirements
• Satisfactory Criminal History Check (if required by customer)
• Possess a valid DOT medical card
• Pass all driver qualification testing
CJ Hughes is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetics, disability or protected veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.75 per hour
- Department
- Water & Sewer Distribution
- Role
- CDL-A Dump Truck Driver
- Locations
- Lexington, Lewisburg, Morgantown

About CJ Hughes Construction, Inc.
Since inception, C.J. Hughes has focused on being one of the region’s leading underground pipeline, utility, and facility construction contractors. With devotion to safety, environmental and quality, we offer an array of specialized services to the natural gas, petroleum, and water/wastewater industries. With in-house fabrication facilities and a diverse fleet of equipment, we remain flexible to meet all our customers’ needs. Since inception, our geographic footprint has expanded all across the northeast and midwestern region of the US as well as projection farther south.
CDL-A Dump Truck Driver - Travel Required
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