🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: San Diego, California
- Route type: Regional Dedicated Bulk Tanker
- Freight: Cement, lime powder, dry bulk construction materials
- Schedule: Structured regional dispatch with rotating terminal appointments
📋 Job Description
- Pickup and delivery of bulk cement from terminals to batching plants and construction sites
- DOT inspections on pneumatic tanker and discharge systems before and after trips
- Accurate ELD logging for regional multi-stop dispatch cycles
- Load securement including sealing, pressure checks, and moisture control procedures
- Loading and unloading via pneumatic compressor discharge systems at silo and plant locations
- Compliance handling for material integrity, contamination prevention, and safety protocols
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
2+ years CDL-A experience required (bulk tanker preferred)
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record, no major violations
Physical
Climbing, hose handling, tanker top access, moderate lifting
Endorsements
Tanker endorsement required, Hazmat preferred
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Truck assignment: Rotational fleet assignment with dynamic dispatch allocation
- Fleet average age: 3–7 years
- Features: Kenworth T880 bulk spec, pneumatic compressors, air-ride suspension, ELD systems, dry bulk trailers
🏠 Home Time
- Regional rotation schedule with returns every 2–3 days
- Occasional delayed resets during high-volume cement delivery cycles
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- San Diego cement terminal → Inland Empire batching plants via I-15 corridor
- Otay Mesa industrial silos → Chula Vista construction zones via local freight routes
- Port of San Diego bulk import yards → Riverside cement distribution facilities
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need tanker experience?
Preferred but not required. Pneumatic system training is provided during onboarding.
How physical is the job?
Moderate physical activity including hose handling, climbing, and tanker top inspections.
Are routes consistent?
Yes, regional routes repeat across cement terminals and batching plants with scheduled variations.
Is home time guaranteed?
Home time is structured every 2–3 days depending on dispatch flow and delivery cycles.
What kind of freight is hauled?
Dry bulk cement, lime, and construction-grade powdered materials for industrial supply chains.
Are bonuses available?
Yes, pneumatic offload bonuses, safety incentives, and annual performance rewards are included.
💼 Career Opportunities
Regional bulk cement operations in Southern California run on steady industrial demand tied to infrastructure expansion, highway maintenance cycles, and continuous concrete production flow. Drivers entering this lane step into a structured dispatch environment where loads originate from fixed silo terminals and cycle through predictable batching plant deliveries. The freight rhythm remains stable year-round, with volume increases during active construction seasons and municipal project windows. Operators who demonstrate consistency in pneumatic unloading procedures and safety compliance often transition into priority routing pools, reducing wait times at loading facilities. Over time, experienced drivers may move into trainer roles focused on tanker handling, or shift into specialized bulk assignments supporting long-term industrial contracts. The fleet prioritizes retention through predictable regional loops, allowing drivers to remain within a defined Southern California corridor. Dispatch coordination emphasizes reliability, equipment familiarity, and adherence to material handling standards across cement and lime freight systems.
🔗 CDL-A Regional Bulk Construction Supply Driver (Cement & Powder Materials) – San Diego, California
Regional CDL-A bulk tanker drivers in San Diego support continuous movement of cement and dry powder materials across Southern California construction and infrastructure networks. Freight flows originate from terminal silos and move into batching plants, industrial yards, and active project zones on structured dispatch schedules. Drivers operate within tight loading windows, often coordinating arrival times with production schedules at concrete facilities. Routes typically cycle through nearby inland distribution corridors where congestion and staging delays can affect departure timing. Dispatch planning prioritizes consistent rotation through cement hubs, balancing load availability with yard capacity. Equipment handling includes pneumatic unloading systems designed for controlled discharge at destination sites. This role supports steady freight demand driven by ongoing development activity and maintenance operations. Weekly earnings average $1,550–$2,050 depending on route volume and offload activity, with detention events influencing total pay. The operation maintains predictable regional loops, allowing drivers to build familiarity with terminals, batching plants, and industrial delivery points across the region.
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