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Dump Truck Driver - $1500 Sign On Bonus
Gerken Paving, Inc.
Posted on Feb 15, 2026
Why Gerken Leasing Company, LTD?
At Gerken Leasing Company, LTD., we’re part of something bigger — The Gerken Companies.
Our values guide how we work every day:
- Integrity in every decision, from operations to customer service
- Safety as a shared responsibility across every site and team
- Shared success that creates stability for our people and strong partnerships with our customers
- Professional development through training, mentorship, and empowering our teams to grow
- Community support because we live where we work and care about the places we serve
If you’re ready to drive safely, deliver essential materials, and be part of a company that values safety and teamwork—this could be the opportunity for you.
About the Role
We’re hiring a Dump Truck Driver to haul materials from asphalt plants, quarries, and sand & gravel pits to job sites for placement, backfill, and stockpiling. This is a full-time, seasonal position that plays a key role in ensuring safe, timely, and accurate deliveries.
We’re expanding our team and planning ahead for an exciting season—join us as we grow! Work typically begins in April, but start dates may vary based on project needs. This is your chance to be part of a company that’s growing and creating opportunities for skilled drivers to make an impact.
What You’ll Do
- Safely operate a dump truck to transport materials such as asphalt and gravel
- Utilize fleet apps for dispatch, check-in/out, and real-time communication
- Complete paperless Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs)
- Follow designated routes and schedules for timely delivery
- Load and unload materials using truck’s hydraulic system
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and maintain truck cleanliness
- Comply with traffic laws, regulations, and company policies
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and dispatchers
- Maintain regular in-person attendance
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
- Prolonged periods of sitting and standing
- Ability to climb and descend ladders
- Work outside normal business hours and in varying conditions
What You Bring
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum Class B CDL with manual transmission (Class A preferred)
- Current valid DOT physical and clean driving record
- Familiarity with safe operation of construction equipment
- Knowledge of USDOT and FMCSA safety regulations
- Ability to work overtime, nights, and weekends as needed
- 2–3 years of driving experience preferred
What We Offer
- $1,500 sign-on bonus for new hires
- Company-paid or discounted YMCA membership
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Employer contribution to Health Savings Account with enrollment in High Deductible Health Plan
- Traditional and Roth 401(k) Plans with Employer Match
- Company-paid Life Insurance Policy
- Paid Time Off (Personal, Holiday, Bereavement)
- DOT Physical Reimbursement
- Shift premiums and overtime opportunities available
Ready to hit the road and deliver quality? Apply today and join a team that values safety, service, and growth!
Gerken Leasing Company, LTD. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.