Truck Driver - Dump Trailer / Live Bottom Driver

About Us

At Rifenburg Equipment Services, we're more than a construction equipment and services company - we're an employee-owned team that keeps heavy highway projects moving safely and efficiently. Every person on our team takes ownership of their role, their equipment, and their impact on the job. If you take pride in doing things right, value accountability, and want a career where your work matters, you'll fit right in.

Job Summary

As a dump trailer/live bottom trailer driver you are a critical link in keeping projects running on schedule. You'll be responsible for safely hauling and delivering materials like aggregate, asphalt, millings, and dirt to and from construction sites. Your work ensures crews have what they need, when they need it, while protecting company equipment.

Essential Job Functions

The list below is illustrative and is not a comprehensive list of all duties that may be assigned.

• Perform daily pre-trip inspections and report equipment or mechanical issues promptly
• Follow DOT regulations, NYS hauling rules, and jobsite safety requirements.
• Adjust schedules as weather, job progress, or breakdowns change priorities.
• Work flexible hours, including early mornings, overtime, or seasonal schedules as projects require.
• Represent the company professionally when interacting with crews, inspectors, and the public.
• Safely operate a dump trailer and or live bottom trailer to transport materials like aggregate, asphalt and dirt between job sites, yards, and maintenance facilities
• Load, haul, and dump materials while ensuring proper weight distribution and load security.
• Paving experience a plus
• Communicate clearly with dispatch, supervisors, and field crews to keep work flowing.
• This position includes a combination of local driving and out-of-town work. Must be willing to travel and stay overnight when required.
• Maintain logs and required documentation

Requirements:

• A valid Class A CDL is mandatory.
• 3-5 years of verifiable experience preferred. We encourage candidates looking to start or advance their career in heavy highway construction transportation to apply.
• You must pass a DOT physical and maintain a current Medical Examiners Certificate. You must also pass a DOT drug screen.
• OSHA 10 Certification
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of the team
• Dependable and safety minded
• Clean driving record

Pay: Private Rate + Fringe

Starting at $45.60

Our Standard

As an employee-owned company, accountability matters. We expect drivers to treat company equipment as their own, communicate honestly, work safely, and understand that their performance directly impacts crew productivity, job schedules, and overall company success.