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Construction Hauling Jobs in Washington

Washington state's construction market is anchored by the Seattle-Tacoma metro area, where tech-driven growth (Amazon, Microsoft, Boeing) fuels residential towers, office complexes, and transit infrastructure. The Sound Transit light rail expansion is one of the largest public works projects in the western U.S. Eastern Washington's Tri-Cities area (Richland, Kennewick, Pasco) is growing rapidly, adding construction demand outside the Puget Sound region.

WA Industry Pay

$58,000 - $85,000

Top Employers

5 Companies

National Growth

+12% through 2030 (Infrastructure Law effect)

Construction Hauling in Washington

Washington state's construction market is anchored by the Seattle-Tacoma metro area, where tech-driven growth (Amazon, Microsoft, Boeing) fuels residential towers, office complexes, and transit infrastructure. The Sound Transit light rail expansion is one of the largest public works projects in the western U.S. Eastern Washington's Tri-Cities area (Richland, Kennewick, Pasco) is growing rapidly, adding construction demand outside the Puget Sound region.

Top Construction Hauling Employers in Washington

1

Gary Merlino Construction

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2

Lakeside Industries

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3

Scarsella Bros

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4

Miles Resources (aggregate)

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5

Manson Construction

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Requirements for Construction Hauling in WA

CDL-A or CDL-B depending on truck type (dump truck vs. lowboy)
Experience with dump trailers, PTO systems, and end-dumps
Ability to operate on unpaved construction sites safely
Knowledge of oversize/overweight permitting for heavy equipment moves
DOT medical card and clean driving record

Equipment Used in Washington

Dump trucksEnd-dump trailersBelly dump trailersFlatbed trailersLowboy trailers (heavy equipment)Concrete mixers

Trucking in Washington

State CDL Avg

$55,000 - $82,000

Key Industries

Port logistics (Seattle-Tacoma), Technology & e-commerce (Amazon HQ), Aerospace (Boeing)

Major Cities

Seattle, Tacoma, Spokane, Vancouver

Top Corridors

I-5 (Seattle to Portland and Canada), I-90 (Seattle to Spokane to Idaho)

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Construction Hauling in Washington — FAQ

What are the biggest construction projects in Washington state?

Sound Transit's $54 billion light rail expansion, SR 167/SR 509 completion in Tacoma, I-405 widening in the Eastside, and Seattle's ongoing high-rise construction are the largest current projects. The Hanford nuclear site cleanup in eastern Washington also generates specialized hauling demand.

Does Seattle rain affect construction trucking schedules?

Puget Sound's wet climate (37 inches/year in Seattle, more in surrounding areas) causes frequent delays for earthwork and paving but rarely stops trucking operations entirely. Drivers should expect wet conditions 8 months per year. Concrete and structural work continue through rain.

How do Washington prevailing wage jobs affect construction trucker pay?

Washington's prevailing wage law (RCW 39.12) requires public project workers be paid union-equivalent rates, typically $35-$50/hour for truck drivers. This applies to state, county, and municipal projects, significantly boosting earnings on public infrastructure work.