How to hire a Maintenance Truck Driver

How to hire a maintenance truck driver, step by step

Here's a step-by-step maintenance truck driver hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a maintenance truck driver job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new maintenance truck driver
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your maintenance truck driver job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a maintenance truck driver for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   A maintenance truck driver's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, maintenance truck drivers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of maintenance truck drivers and their corresponding salaries.

   Type Of Maintenance Truck Driver	Description	Hourly Rate
   Maintenance Truck Driver	Heavy and tractor–trailer truck drivers transport goods from one location to another. Most tractor–trailer drivers are long-haul drivers and operate trucks with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) capacity—that is, the combined weight of the vehicle, passengers, and cargo—exceeds 26,000 pounds... Show More	$16-34
   Driver/Mover	A driver/mover is responsible for preparing and arranging items for delivery from the distribution center to assigned destinations. Driver/movers assist with loading and unloading merchandise using various warehouse tools and equipment... Show More	$11-21
   Driver	Drivers are responsible for safely transporting people, packages, or goods from one destination to another. They should be familiar with the different routes that may be taken to reach the desired goal... Show More	$10-25

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common Skills:

   • CDL
   • Plumbing
   • Routine Maintenance
   • Preventive Maintenance
   • DOT
   • Dump Truck
   • Safety Guidelines
   • Delivery Truck
   • Snow Removal
   • HVAC
   • Hoists
   • Building Maintenance
   • Equipment Maintenance
   • Truck Maintenance

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage and expedite the secure transportation and accountability of logistic materials and HAZMAT chemicals to commercial, state and government facilities.
   • Perform as CDL truck driver with over-the-road experience.
   • Patch holes in concrete and asphalt, service all equipment.
   • Pick up mail and run daily errands for all the departments.
   • Fork lift operator OSHA certify lift operator plant clean-up utility and general upkeep.
   • Operate a small bobcat tractor to clear sites on the company estates for building.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your maintenance truck driver job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A maintenance truck driver can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, maintenance truck drivers' average salary in florida is 58% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level maintenance truck drivers 51% less than senior-level maintenance truck drivers.
   • Certifications. A maintenance truck driver with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a maintenance truck driver's salary.

   Average maintenance truck driver salary

   $50,709yearly

   $24.38 hourly rate

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   Entry-level maintenance truck driver salary

   $35,000 yearly salary

   Updated June 15, 2025

   Average maintenance truck driver salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. Salary	Hourly Rate
   1	California	$68,346	$33
   2	Montana	$53,779	$26
   3	Utah	$53,078	$26
   4	Washington	$52,165	$25
   5	South Dakota	$44,128	$21
   6	New Mexico	$43,863	$21
   7	New York	$43,289	$21
   8	Kansas	$42,116	$20
   9	Colorado	$39,708	$19
   10	Ohio	$38,832	$19
   11	Maryland	$38,339	$18
   12	Texas	$33,301	$16
   13	Vermont	$32,279	$16
   14	South Carolina	$31,795	$15
   15	Maine	$28,206	$14
   16	Florida	$26,982	$13

   Average maintenance truck driver salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average Salary	Hourly Rate	Job Openings
   1	BNSF Railway	$67,190	$32.30	8
   2	Yukon Kuskokwim Health	$56,650	$27.24
   3	Central Valley Indian Health	$55,715	$26.79
   4	Ryder System	$52,101	$25.05	640
   5	Life Care Centers of America	$51,193	$24.61	1
   6	Steel Dynamics	$49,515	$23.81	20
   7	Daymark	$48,258	$23.20
   8	JBS Carriers	$46,421	$22.32	7
   9	Johnson Truck Bodies	$46,212	$22.22
   10	EMPIRE BUILDING MATERIALS	$45,532	$21.89
   11	Life Care Solutions	$41,725	$20.06	31
   12	Mills College	$40,515	$19.48
   13	Adams and Associates	$36,982	$17.78	4
   14	The Meadows	$36,744	$17.67
   15	Lewiston Public Schools	$33,581	$16.14
   16	Brookdale Senior Living	$29,565	$14.21	125
   17	The Salvation Army	$27,385	$13.17	61
   18	McDonald's	$26,284	$12.64	944

4. Writing a Maintenance Truck Driver Job Description

   A good maintenance truck driver job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a maintenance truck driver job description:

   Maintenance Truck Driver job description example

   Job DescriptionThe Van Driver will use company vehicles to transport our residents to local shopping, activities, doctor appointments and places of employment. Driver will need to be able to safely drive a 15-passenger van that does not require a CDL. When not conducting transportation, the Driver will maintain company vehicles and assist facility maintenance personnel with routine maintenance duties and work orders.
   
   This is a full time position, very flexible hours are required to accommodate resident needs as they arise.
   Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
   The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
   · Provides local area transportation to residents as scheduled, ensuring that they are delivered and picked up on-time to their appointments.
   · Safely operates company vehicles while ensuring passengers utilize all safety requirements such as seat belts and maintain safe behavior.
   · Performs routine maintenance checks on company vehicles prior to using.
   · Ensures all maintenance and safety inspections are completed on schedule.
   · Works with facility maintenance personnel when not on scheduled vehicle trips.
   · Communicates with Maintenance Manager for needed technical advice, product information, research and quality assurance guidance.
   · Advises Maintenance Manager of the overall condition of company vehicles and equipment.
   · Assists with Fire Safety and Disaster Preparedness Evacuation procedures.
   · Interacts with residents and staff in a professional and courteous.
   
   Required Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
   
   Educational Requirements and Experience:
   · High School Diploma or Equivalent.
   · 5 years driving experience.
   · Must express or demonstrate an interest in working with a special needs population.
   · Must be capable of reading and writing the English language.
   · Must demonstrate a warm, outgoing personality.
   · Must have basic knowledge and mechanical ability to perform routine maintenance and repair on mechanical and electrical equipment and possess a basic knowledge of construction principles.
   · Must possess a current Texas Driver’s License and maintain an approved driving record at all times.
   
   Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
   · Language Ability:
   Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speaking the primary language of the residents.
   Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
   Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
   · Mathematical Skills:
   Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
   · Cognitive Demands:
   Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
   · Computer and Smartphone Skills:
   Ability to use Microsoft Windows.
   Ability to use multiple software applications on a computer and on smart device.
   · Competencies:
   Ability to operate a car/truck and maintain a valid driver’s license. Ability to operate general office equipment.
   Ability to patch drywall, paint, repair flooring, doors and equipment.
   
   Pay $13 hour depending on experience

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find maintenance truck drivers for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your maintenance truck driver job on Zippia to find and recruit maintenance truck driver candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting maintenance truck drivers requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new maintenance truck driver

   Once you've found the maintenance truck driver candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new maintenance truck driver first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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