Job Title: Water Truck Driver
Job Description
This role operates a 2,000-gallon water truck on a large construction site to support dust control and site maintenance, while also assisting with minor construction-related tasks for part of the day. You help maintain safe and compliant site conditions by performing simple measurements and documentation tasks alongside your driving responsibilities. Shift: 6am-12pm
Responsibilities
Operate a standard 2,000-gallon water truck to support dust control across a large construction site.
Drive safely throughout the site, following all traffic and safety rules applicable to construction environments.
Perform daily inspections of the water truck, reporting any mechanical or safety issues promptly.
Assist construction management with minor field tasks when not driving the truck, typically for approximately two hours per day.
Measure distances between module edges and the ground to verify compliance with project specifications.
Accurately mark plan sets and record areas where measurements are below specification to help quantify and resolve site issues.
Work collaboratively with site supervisors and construction teams to support ongoing construction activities.
Maintain clear and organized records of measurements and observations as requested by site management.
Follow all site safety protocols and use appropriate personal protective equipment in a desert construction environment.
Support general site cleanliness and organization related to dust control and water truck operations.
Essential Skills
Proven experience operating a water truck on construction sites.
Hands-on site construction experience in a field environment.
Knowledge of dust control practices and procedures on active construction projects.
Ability to work safely and efficiently in a large, busy construction site.
Basic measurement skills, including the ability to accurately measure distances between structures and ground surfaces.
Ability to read and mark construction plan sets or site drawings as directed.
Strong attention to detail when recording measurements and site conditions.
Reliability and punctuality in reporting to the site and completing assigned tasks.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions from construction management.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Familiarity with general construction terminology and processes.
Comfort working in a desert environment with varying temperatures and outdoor conditions.
Good communication skills for coordinating with supervisors and other site personnel.
Basic recordkeeping and documentation skills related to site measurements and observations.
Why Work Here?
You join a project-focused environment where your work directly supports safe, efficient construction operations. The site offers access to air-conditioned facilities that provide relief from outdoor conditions, and you collaborate with experienced construction professionals who value practical skills and reliability. This role offers consistent, hands-on work in a structured setting, with clear tasks and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to resolving real site issues.
Work Environment
The role is based on a large construction site in a desert environment, requiring comfort with outdoor work and exposure to heat, dust, and uneven terrain. You primarily operate a standard 2,000-gallon water truck equipped with air conditioning, and you also have access to an air-conditioned trailer office onsite for certain tasks and breaks. Work involves moving throughout the site, performing measurements at modules and ground level, and adhering to all construction safety protocols, including use of appropriate personal protective equipment and site-specific procedures.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Davis, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $32.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Davis,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
