Hire Dump Truck Drivers in Kentucky
Pre-screened dump truck drivers in Kentucky. Class A or Class B (depending on truck GVWR) CDL holders with 1+ years dump truck or construction hauling experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 24-72 hours.
Demand
very high
Adj. Wage
$53,000-$68,000/year
Target Placement
24-72 hours
CDL Holders (State)
36,000+
CDL Required
Class A or Class B (depending on truck GVWR)
Dump Truck Driver Requirements in Kentucky
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A or Class B (depending on truck GVWR)
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years dump truck or construction hauling experience
- Wage Range:$53,000-$68,000/year
Equipment-Specific Skills
- Construction zone safety training and awareness
- Experience operating hydraulic dump bed controls
- Clean driving record — overweight violations are disqualifying
- Familiarity with material types and load weight estimation
Kentucky Market for Dump Truck Drivers
Top Cities for Dump Truck Hiring in Kentucky
#1
Louisville
#2
Lexington
#3
Covington
#4
Bowling Green
#5
Richmond
Employers Driving Dump Truck Demand in Kentucky
UPS Worldport (Louisville)Toyota (Georgetown)Ford (Louisville)Amazon SDF1-SDF9Jim Beam
Why Hire Dump Truck Drivers in Kentucky
UPS Worldport makes Louisville the air-freight-to-ground connection hub
Automotive manufacturing creates constant flatbed and dry van demand
I-65/I-71/I-75/I-64 intersection provides exceptional freight connectivity
Bourbon industry generates unique specialized freight
Lower cost of living than Cincinnati or Nashville competitors
What Our Dump Truck Drivers Bring to Your Kentucky Operation
- Home daily — dump truck work is almost always local
- No tarping, no strapping — load and dump is straightforward
- High demand during construction season means consistent hours
- Overtime opportunities during road paving and large excavation projects
- Lower barrier to entry — Class B CDL sufficient for single-axle trucks
Other Equipment Types in Kentucky
Hiring Dump Truck Drivers in Kentucky — FAQ
We aim to fill dump truck driver requests within 24-72 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Kentucky, where demand is very high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Dump Truck drivers in Kentucky typically earn $53,000-$68,000/year. This reflects the state's very high demand level and the Class A or Class B (depending on truck GVWR) requirement. Louisville and Lexington tend to offer the highest rates.
Dump Truck drivers in Kentucky need a Class A or Class B (depending on truck GVWR) CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Kentucky has 50+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for dump truck driver demand in Kentucky are Louisville, Lexington, Covington, Bowling Green. Major employers driving this demand include UPS Worldport (Louisville), Toyota (Georgetown), Ford (Louisville).
We recruit dump truck drivers from across Kentucky, a market of roughly 36,000+ CDL holders statewide and 50+ CDL schools. Every candidate we put forward is screened for the Class A or Class B (depending on truck GVWR) CDL, 1+ years dump truck or construction hauling experience, and a clean driving and compliance record before you see them. UPS Worldport makes Louisville the air-freight-to-ground connection hub.