CDLA Driver

Position Overview

CDL A Truck Driver

Pay: $26.00 - $36.50 per hour. $4,000 signing bonus through June 2026.

• Drive assigned vehicles and configurations as trained.
• Maintain truck logs or time recordings as required by state, federal, and company policies.
• Assist with proper and legal loading of materials for transport.
• Weigh in and out of scales for load ticketing and legal weight compliance.
• Operate the truck safely to and from project destinations.
• Maintain contact with dispatch center for instructions.
• Properly tarp load for transit.
• Chock wheels when leaving the truck as per company guidelines.
• Regularly maintain cargo area; keep interior and exterior clean.
• Inspect load for loose debris before transport.
• Perform post-trip vehicle inspections for vehicles driven, equipment moved, and trailers towed, noting any defects or deficiencies in writing; turn in inspections to designated locations or personnel.
• Demonstrate professionalism and willingness to take direction and constructive criticism.
• Prioritize safety of every individual on the job site.
• Express genuine interest in coworkers and customers' thoughts and needs.
• Adjust routing according to posted weight restrictions and permitted uses.
• Show knowledge of equipment, materials, and supplies used in construction work.
• General knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions.
• Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Create and present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees.
• Maintain attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Handle problems involving deviations from standardized or planned procedures.
• Perform job requirements in adverse field conditions and all weather conditions.

• Any combination of education and work experience that demonstrates knowledge and ability to perform the work as described.
• Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL A, CDL A Restricted, or CDL
  
  B).
• USDOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience transporting heavy construction equipment and/or materials for paving and/or site excavation.

Employees may be sent to other facility locations and operations to perform duties as required.

Signing bonus, if offered, applies to direct applicants only; not available to candidates submitted by recruiters.

Conditions are subject to change anytime with or without notice.

Ruston Paving provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.