Dump Truck Driver
Department: Contracting
Reports To: General Superintendent
FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt
Location: North Carolina Project Sites
About Sunrock
Sunrock is a family-owned construction materials supplier and contractor serving North Carolina for more than 75 years. Our vertically integrated operations produce aggregates, asphalt, and concrete while delivering grading, paving, and utility construction services across the region.
We are committed to safety, quality, and creating long-term career opportunities for our team members.
What We Offer
Sunrock provides competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:
2 weeks PTO (80 hours)
8 paid holidays starting on day one
Medical insurance with two plan options
Company-paid dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) / Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Company-paid life insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) with discretionary employer match (fully vested after 3 years)
Opportunities for career growth and development
Position Summary
The Dump Truck Driver is responsible for safely operating commercial vehicles used to transport materials such as sand, gravel, and crushed stone to and from construction job sites.
Drivers may also operate water trucks, flatbeds, or other vehicles as assigned and assist grading and paving crews with general construction tasks when needed.
Typical work hours are 8–14 hour shifts Monday through Friday, with occasional night work, overtime, and weekends depending on project schedules. Minimal overnight travel may be required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Operate dump trucks to transport materials such as sand, gravel, and crushed rock
Safely dump loads using truck controls and mechanisms
Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete required reports
Maintain assigned vehicles and report mechanical issues
Operate other assigned vehicles including water trucks or flatbeds
Assist construction crews with tasks such as:
Installing erosion control
Shoveling and moving materials
Checking grade
Driving posts
Operating small equipment and tools
Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and job site procedures
Maintain a clean and organized work area
Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve project and company goals
Perform additional duties as assigned by the foreman or supervisor
Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required
Minimum of two (2) years of commercial driving experience
Experience operating dump trucks in construction environments preferred
Other combinations of education and experience may be considered
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
Valid Class B CDL required
Tanker endorsement preferred
HazMat endorsement preferred
Class A CDL preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to read and understand basic safety instructions and job documentation
Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Strong attention to safety and equipment operation
Ability to work independently and as part of a construction crew
Work Environment
This position works in outdoor construction environments and around heavy equipment. Work conditions may include exposure to changing weather, dust, noise, vibration, and active construction operations.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Sunrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, citizen status, or any other legally protected status under local, state, or federal law.
