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CDL-A Dump Truck Driver – Construction Aggregate | Columbus, OH

Hiring Radius: Central Ohio • Terminal: Columbus, OH

Columbus, OH Local End Dump 2021–2025 Day Cabs

Short Central Ohio cycles hauling crushed limestone, gravel, sand and recycled aggregate. Home every night. $33/hr base plus overtime, typical weekly gross $1,550–$2,050.

Typical Weekly Gross
$1,550–$2,050
Typical Annualized: ~$93,600
Base Pay $33/hr + $49.50 OT
Home Time Home Daily
Typical Hours 45–55 / week
Sign-On Bonus $1,000
Job Type Local End Dump

Position Overview

Local end-dump work moving bulk construction materials between quarries, asphalt plants, recycling yards and active job sites across Central Ohio.

  • Gets loaded under a quarry or plant loader, checks the load and confirms legal axle weights.
  • Secures tailgate, applies tarp when required and obtains scale ticket.
  • Backs into confined paving or grading areas using spotters when present.
  • Reports queues, site restrictions, hydraulic issues and HOS status to dispatch.
  • Completes pre-trip and post-trip inspections on tractor and dump body.
  • Climbs in and out of cab repeatedly to inspect equipment throughout the shift.

Pay & Compensation Breakdown

Hourly model with overtime after 40 hours. Sign-on bonus paid in two installments after active employment milestones.

Base Rate $33.00 / hour
Overtime Rate $49.50 / hour after 40
Typical Weekly Gross $1,800
Normal Weekly Range $1,550–$2,050
Typical Annualized Gross ~$93,600
Sign-On Bonus $1,000 — $500 after 60 days / $500 after 180 days
Pay Frequency Weekly direct deposit

Schedule, Home Time & Routes

Home Time Home Daily
Operating Radius 40–90 miles from Columbus terminal
Typical Schedule Monday–Friday, generally 5:00 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday Work Possible during active construction periods
Dispatch Window 5:00–7:00 AM start, earlier for paving

Equipment & Cabin Specs

Tractor Models Mack Granite & Kenworth T880 day cabs
Model Years Primarily 2021–2025
Transmission Automated manual or heavy-duty automatic
Trailers 30–35 ft end-dump (steel & aluminum bodies)
Safety Systems Forward dash camera, collision mitigation, lane-departure warning
Other Equipment Electric/hydraulic tarp, in-cab ELD, electronic DVIR, heavy-duty suspension
Assignment Assigned when fleet availability allows

Fleet built for repeated quarry and construction-site cycles. Maintenance handled through Columbus-area shop network with roadside assistance available.

Real Routes

Short-haul aggregate cycles between Central Ohio production sites and active construction projects. Dispatch reassigns throughout the day based on paving progress and material demand.

  • Lockbourne / South Columbus quarry → Columbus road project → empty return or reload
  • Quarry → asphalt plant or paving crew → second local load
  • Recycling yard → commercial site → quarry reload
  • Delaware or Ostrander source → Columbus metro delivery
  • Columbus terminal to Grove City, New Albany, Dublin, Lancaster, Newark or Marysville sites
  • Primary corridors: I-70, I-71, I-270, US-23, US-33, SR-161

Typical Week & Daily Workflow

  • Receive first quarry and project assignment before leaving terminal.
  • Complete pre-trip, then run 4–8 loaded cycles depending on distance and queues.
  • Check in at scale house, position under loader, verify material and weight.
  • Follow job-site haul route, confirm dump surface, raise body only when clear.
  • Report delays or site changes; dispatch adjusts next load while en route.
  • Return equipment to Columbus terminal or approved parking after final load.

About the Carrier

Construction material supply chains in Central Ohio depend on continuous short-haul movement of limestone, gravel, sand and recycled aggregate from production sites to paving crews, grading operations and commercial developments. This mid-sized regional carrier specializes in end-dump service that keeps those job sites supplied throughout the construction season. By concentrating on local quarry-to-project cycles rather than long-haul freight, the operation maintains the flexible turnaround times contractors need when paving or site work is underway.

Benefits & Healthcare Coverage

Health Coverage Medical, dental and vision options
Retirement 401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off Paid vacation after eligibility; paid holidays per policy
Training & PPE Paid orientation, safety apparel, gloves, aggregate and site safety training
Additional Support Company-paid DOT physical renewal, safety recognition program

Driver Qualification Requirements

  • Valid CDL Class A and current DOT medical card
  • 6–12 months CDL-A experience preferred; dump or construction hauling preferred
  • Acceptable MVR and driving history
  • Pass required DOT drug and alcohol testing
  • Ability to operate combination dump equipment and work outdoors in changing weather
  • Ability to back safely around active construction equipment and uneven ground

Operational Delays

  • Quarry scale-house and loader queues during morning paving starts
  • Loader or scale-house delays can compress the number of completed cycles on a high-volume day
  • Traffic backups and lane closures on I-70, I-71 and I-270
  • Soft or uneven job-site entrances after rain
  • Projects temporarily stopping material intake
  • Winter slowdowns reducing conventional aggregate cycles

Hiring Process

1
Recruiter Call
Within one business day
2
Document Review
CDL, MVR, Clearinghouse, drug screen
3
Conditional Offer
After checks complete
4
Orientation
One business day at Columbus terminal

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is this position home daily? ▼
Yes. Drivers return to the Columbus terminal or approved parking after the final load each day.
Q: What type of dump equipment will I operate? ▼
Primarily Mack Granite and Kenworth T880 day-cab tractors (2021–2025) pulling 30–35 ft end-dump trailers with steel or aluminum bodies.
Q: Is Saturday work required? ▼
Not required every week. Saturday shifts may be scheduled during active construction periods when a project is running six days.
Q: How is overtime calculated? ▼
Overtime is paid at $49.50 per hour after 40 regular hours in the workweek.
Q: Does the job operate year-round? ▼
Yes. Conventional aggregate volume is higher in warmer months; winter operations continue with site-work, recycled materials and other local bulk assignments.
Q: Can I take the truck home? ▼
Tractor-home parking may be approved for drivers who live within the operating area and have an appropriate location. Loaded trailers are not taken home unless specifically authorized.

CDL Job Market — Columbus, OH

Columbus has a broad CDL-A market, but construction aggregate drivers compete in a more specialized segment. Local employers look for drivers comfortable with end-dump equipment, quarry scale houses, active paving sites, short-cycle dispatch and frequent backing. That makes experienced dump and construction drivers particularly valuable during Central Ohio’s spring-through-fall construction season. General Class A drivers can also find regional freight, LTL, ready-mix, waste and dedicated delivery options throughout the metro.

Location & Freight Market — Central Ohio

Central Ohio’s construction-material network moves crushed limestone, gravel, sand, recycled concrete and asphalt millings from quarries and recycling yards to road projects, commercial sites and residential developments. ODOT highway work, municipal road reconstruction, commercial development and residential site work keep aggregate moving throughout the region. Major production areas around Lockbourne, South Columbus, Delaware and Ostrander feed the Columbus metro via I-70, I-71, I-270 and connecting state routes. Seasonal paving peaks increase volume in warmer months while year-round site work and material delivery keep trucks moving through winter.

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