Haul Truck Driver: 20-24 An Hour

Haul Truck Driver

This role operates off-road haul and dump trucks on a large industrial site, safely transporting materials such as dirt, sand, and gravel between designated locations. The driver also operates water trucks to control dust and maintain air quality, performs routine equipment maintenance, and follows all site safety regulations and traffic protocols throughout each shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate large off road trucks and dump trucks
• Drive trucks to suppress dust and maintain air quality across active work areas.
• Safely load and unload materials such as dirt, sand, and gravel into designated dump locations.
• Perform routine maintenance checks on trucks and equipment, including basic inspections and minor servicing as required.
• Follow all site safety regulations, traffic rules, speed limits, and operational protocols at all times.
• Communicate effectively with site personnel and other subcontractors to coordinate movements and avoid hazards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in and around the equipment.
• Monitor equipment performance and promptly report any mechanical issues or safety concerns to supervision.
• Support general labor tasks related to haul and water truck operations when needed.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience operating off-road dump trucks, including articulated dump trucks.
• Experience as a haul truck driver, dump truck driver, or off-road dump truck driver in a construction, quarry, or similar heavy civil environment.
• Ability to safely operate water trucks for dust suppression and air quality control.
• Competence in heavy equipment operation with a strong focus on safety and adherence to site protocols.
• Truck driving experience in high-traffic industrial or construction sites with multiple subcontractors present.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance checks on heavy equipment and identify basic mechanical issues.
• Capability to follow detailed instructions, site rules, and speed limits consistently.
• Physical ability to work long shifts outdoors in heat and varying weather conditions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating rollers and other heavy construction equipment.
• Background in general labor within construction or quarry environments.
• Familiarity with large industrial or power plant sites and their safety expectations.
• Strong situational awareness and communication skills when working around multiple crews and equipment.

Why Work Here?

The employer offers long-term stability on major construction projects and supports employees with a comprehensive benefits package designed for financial security and well-being. Team members receive a weekly 32-hour guarantee, fuel cost assistance, paid sick days and vacation, and a 401(k) savings plan with company match. Health, dental, and vision insurance options are available, along with company-paid short-term disability insurance. The employer also invests in safety and comfort through a yearly boot allowance, company-paid prescription safety glasses, identity theft protection options, and a yearly company store allowance.

Work Environment

The position is based at a large coal-burning power plant site, working primarily outdoors in a heavy industrial environment. Drivers spend most of the day in the truck cab, hauling from basins to dump locations for 10 to 12 hours per shift, often in hot conditions and around active construction and industrial operations. The schedule follows a 4 days on / 4 days off rotation, typically from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with specific workdays changing based on the rotating 4:4 pattern. The site has strict speed limits and operational protocols, with many other subcontractors and heavy equipment operating simultaneously, requiring constant attention to safety and traffic rules. Personal protective equipment is mandatory, including a hard hat, safety vest, gloves, and safety glasses provided by the client. Employees must supply their own shirts with sleeves, long pants, and lace-up steel-toed boots appropriate for a heavy industrial construction environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Bedford, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bedford, KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 2026.