Driver Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Florida
Florida's driver jobs span long-haul freight corridors along I-95 and I-75, port drayage at PortMiami and Port Everglades, and last-mile delivery across the Tampa, Orlando, and Miami metro areas. Major employers including Amazon Logistics, XPO, and Werner Enterprises have historically sponsored drivers in Florida through employment-based visa programs.
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Company Overview
Cemex US is a leader in the building materials industry, known for our innovation, quality, and operational excellence. With over a century of expertise, we are committed to delivering products and services that meet the needs of our customers and communities across the globe. At Cemex, we believe in investing in our people, offering competitive benefits and the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team. Join us and build your career with a company that is Building a Better Future.
Job Summary
Drives and operates dump truck (up to 150 tons) equipped with dump body to transport and dump loose materials such as sand, gravel and stone.
Job Responsibilities
- Drive and operate truck to transport and dump
- Pull lever or turn cranks to tilt body and dump contents
- Move hand and foot controls to move truck forward or back to loosen and dump material adhering to body of the truck
- Operate other mechanical equipment to load truck
- Maintain and check equipment-mechanic and hydraulic systems
- Prepare operational check list and reports malfunctions requiring repair
- Perform safety walk around inspection before shift
- Fuel and clean the truck cab
- Replace or assist other workers as needed or directed
- Adhere to all CEMEX, OSHA and MSHA rules and regulations at all times
- Wear proper safety equipment while on plant grounds
- Meet or exceed company safety standards
- Perform other job responsibilities as assigned by management
Qualifications
- Prior experience required with similar or same equipment or truck
- Be able to read, write, and speak English
- High school diploma preferred
- Bilingual a plus
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to carry out simple oral and written instructions and deal with simple problems from standardized situations
- Basic mathematical skills, including addition and subtraction, two digit numbers and units of measurements
- Ability to read English sufficiently to be able to read all sentences
- Basic English language skills to recognize words and differences between words
- Ability to detect safety hazards and equipment malfunctioning and respond accordingly
- Ability to operate equipment in reverse using mirrors
- Basic mechanical knowledge to detect potential breakdown of equipment
- High level of attentiveness and physical coordination to operate truck safely in heavy traffic areas
Working Conditions
Continuous exposure to extreme heat, extreme cold, extreme noise, and working outdoors. Must wear protective equipment while at the location.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to perform all job functions which include, walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, turning, climbing to a significant degree, and/or pulling of controls. Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds or force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, in order to communicate to employees/visitors as well as function safely around heavy rolling equipment. Requires walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing to a significant degree. Heavy Work-Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds or force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, in order to communicate to employees/visitors as well as function safely around heavy rolling equipment. Must be able to perform all job functions which include, but may not be limited to, pushing, turning, and/or pulling of controls.
Legal Notices
CEMEX is an EEO/AA (equal opportunity/affirmative action) institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by under federal, state or local law in the programs or activities which it operates.
CEMEX will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all local, state and federal laws.
CEMEX is an E-Verify participating employer.
Arizona Smoke-Free Act. CEMEX complies with the State of Arizona’s Smoke-Free Act (Arizona Revised Statutes § 36-601.01). Smoking and/or the use of tobacco or related products is prohibited in and on CEMEX property as well as any building and/or vehicle owned or leased by CEMEX.
CEMEX offers both competitive pay and benefits. Benefits applicable to this position may include, but are not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Holiday Pay, as well as a comprehensive wellness program to help keep employees and their families healthy and well. You can learn more about CEMEX Benefits by visiting the CEMEX USA Benefits and Well-Being page.
EEO Statement - En Español
CEMEX es una institución EEO/AA (igualdad de oportunidad/acción afirmativa) y no discrimina en base al sexo, edad, raza, color, religión, discapacidad física o mental, credo, origen nacional, estatus veterano, orientación sexual, información genética, identidad de género, o expresión de género en los programas o actividades los cuales opera.
Driver Job Roles in Florida
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Search Driver Jobs in FloridaDriver Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for drivers in Florida?
Large transportation and logistics companies with significant Florida operations have the most established sponsorship track records for driver roles. Amazon Logistics, Werner Enterprises, J.B. Hunt, and XPO are among the carriers that have pursued employment-based sponsorship for qualified drivers. Port drayage operators around PortMiami and Port Everglades also hire commercial drivers and occasionally support visa sponsorship for experienced CDL holders.
Which visa types are most common for driver roles in Florida?
Most driver sponsorship in Florida occurs through EB-3 immigrant visa petitions, which cover skilled and unskilled workers and do not require the specialty occupation criteria that H-1B visas do. For commercial truck drivers specifically, employers file a PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available before petitioning USCIS on the employee's behalf.
Which cities in Florida have the most driver sponsorship jobs?
Miami and Fort Lauderdale generate the highest concentration of sponsored driver roles due to port activity at PortMiami and Port Everglades, where container drayage demand is constant. Orlando and Tampa follow closely, driven by distribution center growth and e-commerce fulfillment operations. Jacksonville, as a major freight hub in northeastern Florida, also sees consistent commercial driver hiring from regional and national carriers.
How to find driver visa sponsorship jobs in Florida?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for roles where employers are open to visa sponsorship, making it easier to identify Florida driver positions without sorting through listings that exclude international candidates. Search for driver or CDL roles filtered to Florida on Migrate Mate to see current openings from logistics companies, carriers, and distribution operators actively hiring in the state.
Are there any Florida-specific considerations for driver visa sponsorship?
Florida's year-round port activity and large distribution infrastructure mean driver demand stays relatively steady compared to more seasonal markets. However, commercial driver roles typically require a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), and international applicants should confirm whether their existing license qualifies for CDL equivalency or if they need to obtain a Florida CDL before or after arrival. Employers sponsoring drivers through PERM must also meet Department of Labor prevailing wage requirements for the specific Florida county where the driver is based.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored driver jobs in Florida?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.