🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Houston, Texas
- Route type: Local Construction / Aggregate Hauling
- Freight: Sand, gravel, crushed stone, asphalt mix
- Schedule: Early AM dispatch aligned with paving & plant cycles
📋 Job Description
- Pickup & delivery between quarries, batch plants, and job sites between 4:00–10:00 AM live dispatch windows, sometimes shifted by site readiness delays and gate queues
- DOT inspections at yard exit and jobsite entry points during pre-trip and post-trip cycles, with occasional hold at scale stations during peak load verification
- ELD logging throughout active haul cycles with adjustments during short-haul congestion or temporary dispatch reroutes
- Load securement checks at quarry loading zones during live load operations with intermittent waiting during loader availability gaps
- Loading and unloading at asphalt and aggregate sites under live unload conditions, often impacted by ground conditions or plant queue delays
- Compliance handling at construction zones with periodic inspection stops and site supervisor coordination during delivery windows
✅ Requirements
CDL-A
Valid Class A CDL required
Experience
1+ year CDL-A experience preferred
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record required
Physical
Occasional tarp handling and material checks
Endorsements
Not required (Tanker not needed)
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Truck assignment: Yard-based rotation depending on morning dispatch staging conditions
- Fleet average age: 4–6 years
- Features: Kenworth T880, Freightliner 114SD, Volvo VHD units with end-dump trailers, heavy-duty suspension for off-road job sites
- Fleet model: Regional private construction logistics fleet (120–180 units operating across Greater Houston)
🏠 Home Time
- Daily home return after route completion
- Workday typically ends once last jobsite unload is cleared
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Houston Quarry → I-10 Corridor Highway Expansion Project (Katy)
- Pasadena Batch Plant → Grand Parkway (SH-99) Construction Zones
- Port of Houston Aggregate Terminal → Cypress Residential Development Sites
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What experience is required?
Minimum 1 year CDL-A experience preferred, especially in dump, flatbed, or construction freight.
Is home time daily?
Yes, most drivers return home the same day after completing assigned haul cycles.
What type of freight is hauled?
Sand, gravel, crushed stone, and asphalt materials for active construction projects.
What equipment is used?
End-dump trailers and heavy-duty vocational trucks designed for off-road and highway work zones.
Are endorsements required?
No endorsements required for this aggregate hauling position.
How is pay structured?
Hourly pay combined with tonnage bonuses and occasional weather delay compensation.
💼 Career Opportunities
Drivers entering this aggregate hauling operation in Houston step into a steady construction-driven freight environment supported by continuous infrastructure expansion across the region. The position is built around consistent short-haul cycles between quarries, batch plants, and active job sites, which creates a predictable workflow pattern once drivers are fully integrated into dispatch rotation. Over time, drivers can progress into higher-volume material routes tied to major highway projects or large commercial developments where load frequency increases during peak construction seasons. Experienced operators often transition into lead driver roles responsible for mentoring newer hires on safe dump operation, site coordination, and off-road loading conditions commonly found in suburban expansion zones. There are also opportunities to move into specialized equipment assignments, including heavier capacity end-dumps or dedicated asphalt hauling during peak paving cycles. Drivers with strong safety records may be considered for trainer positions or yard coordination roles where they assist with staging and truck flow management during early morning dispatch surges. The operation maintains a stable freight base supported by ongoing public infrastructure funding and private residential growth, creating long-term consistency for drivers who prefer local work without extended time away from home. Fleet expansion across Greater Houston continues to open additional routes, giving drivers access to new construction corridors and higher-frequency load assignments as they build seniority within the system.
🔗 CDL-A Construction Aggregate & Materials Driver – Houston, Texas
This CDL-A aggregate hauling position in Houston supports continuous infrastructure and commercial development across one of the most active construction regions in Texas. Drivers handle daily transport of sand, gravel, crushed stone, and asphalt materials between quarries, batch plants, and highway job sites. The role is structured around local routes that prioritize consistent home time and steady freight flow tied to ongoing road expansion and residential growth. Work is primarily centered on short-haul cycles, meaning drivers complete multiple loads per shift with frequent returns to nearby material sources. The schedule is typically early-morning based to align with construction site readiness and paving operations. Drivers operate vocational dump equipment designed for both highway travel and off-road jobsite conditions, requiring attention to load handling and site coordination. This position offers stable weekly earnings between $1,300–$1,850 depending on load volume, weather conditions, and project demand cycles. It is well suited for drivers seeking predictable local work without long-haul OTR commitments. Freight demand remains consistent due to ongoing highway upgrades, suburban expansion, and industrial development across the Houston metro area.
🚀 Apply for This CDL-A Position
Complete the application for CDL-A Construction Aggregate & Materials Driver in Houston, Texas.