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What is a dump truck operator and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
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The average dump truck operator salary is $39,612. The most common degree is a high school diploma degree with an business major. It usually takes 1-2 years of experience to become a dump truck operator. Dump truck operators with a Commercial Driver License (CDL) certification earn more money. Between 2018 and 2028, the career is expected to grow 4% and produce 90,900 job opportunities across the U.S.
ScoreDump Truck OperatorUS Average
Salary
3.1

Avg. Salary $39,612

Avg. Salary $59,228

Stability level
7.3

Growth rate 4%

Growth rate 0.3%

Diversity
5.1
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.81%

Asian 3.74%

Black or African American 13.46%

Hispanic or Latino 17.25%

Unknown 4.74%

White 59.99%

Gender

female 8.17%

male 91.83%

Age - 49
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 49
Stress level
7.3

Stress level is high

7.1 - high

Complexity level
4.6

Complexity level is intermediate

7 - challenging

Work life balance
1.4

Work life balance is very poor

6.4 - fair

Dump truck operator career paths

Key steps to become a dump truck operator

  1. Explore dump truck operator education requirements

    Most common dump truck operator degrees

    High School Diploma

    48.1 %

    Associate

    15.4 %

    Diploma

    15.1 %
  2. Start to develop specific dump truck operator skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Dump Truck48.74%
    Asphalt16.52%
    Safety Regulations5.65%
    CDL4.91%
    DOT3.35%
  3. Complete relevant dump truck operator training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New dump truck operators learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a dump truck operator based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real dump truck operator resumes.
  4. Research dump truck operator duties and responsibilities

    • Haul dirt and rock where need on job site, no CDL are required.
    • Deliver asphalt and other materials to customers specify location.
    • Perform and record daily pre-trip inspections using company checklist and submit detailed reports after trips and deliveries.
    • Communicate and retrieve job assignment from dispatcher and QUALCOMM computer locate in assign tractor.
  5. Prepare your dump truck operator resume

    When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your dump truck operator resume.

    You can use Zippia's AI resume builder to make the resume writing process easier while also making sure that you include key information that hiring managers expect to see on a dump truck operator resume. You'll find resume tips and examples of skills, responsibilities, and summaries, all provided by Zippi, your career sidekick.

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  6. Apply for dump truck operator jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for a dump truck operator job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average dump truck operator salary

The average dump truck operator salary in the United States is $39,612 per year or $19 per hour. Dump truck operator salaries range between $31,000 and $49,000 per year.

Average dump truck operator salary
$39,612 Yearly
$19.04 hourly

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A zippia user wrote a review on Dec 2021
Pros

I always want to be a good behaviour and transparency

Cons

I don't like laziness or bad behaviour or any controversy


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A zippia user wrote a review on Nov 2021
Pros

i have experience in that line. it is best line for my future life

Cons

i need 8 hours sleep but if i did not like to sleep how i can get fresh for driving


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A zippia user wrote a review on May 2020
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Actually earn enough money to support your family. You can work however & whenever you choose to work as long as you pick up & deliver on time.

Cons

You can make enough money to support your family but you will not be a very big part of that family. Not family oriented, always gone. Missing out on your family's life.


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Updated January 8, 2025

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