Heavy Truck Driver

Heavy Truck Driver

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The Heavy Truck Driver will regularly drive truck/trailer or tractor/trailer combinations and may be assigned to provide lead direction and training to other staff. Knowledge of City, State, and Federal rules and regulations governing the safe operations of combination vehicles are required to perform the work of this class. Heavy Truck Drivers under general supervision determine the most appropriate routes between destinations, inspect trucks and equipment for defects, perform routine general maintenance as needed, and determine the most appropriate guidelines to follow such as operating procedures and safety regulations as they apply to a variety of trucks and equipment. This position will report to the Heavy Equipment Crew Chief.

Job Responsibilities

Drive a truck/trailer combination hauling solid waste from transfer stations to assigned destinations.

Drive heavy dump trucks (in excess of 10,000 lbs. GVW) with pup, tilt, or low boy trailers hauling equipment or material to construction sites.

Operate mechanical and hydraulic equipment attached to trucks such as trailers, winches, hoists, pumps, and compressors.

Ensure safety regulations are observed during the loading, rigging transporting, and unloading of materials.

Perform thorough inspections of combination truck or tractor/trailers prior to operation to ensure their safe condition; clean equipment and perform minor repairs.

Maintain records of mileage, servicing, and minor maintenance of equipment.

Lead and work with a crew as assigned.

Drive a variety of trucks requiring a Class "A" CDL.

Perform other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• One year of experience in the operation of heavy trucks, including multi-axle trucks and truck/trailer or tractor/trailer combinations (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).
• Knowledge of City, State, and Federal rules and regulations governing the safe operation of truck/trailer and tractor/trailer combinations.

Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:

• Experience in the operation of heavy trucks, including multi-axle trucks and truck/trailer or tractor/trailer combinations (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).

License, Certification and Other Requirements:

• A valid Washington State Commercial's Driver's License - Class "A", with the airbrake restriction removed, and a valid Medical Certificate. Some positions in this class may require other endorsements as required by law.
• A "Full Employment" Abstract of Driving Record (obtained at applicant's expense) from the State of Washington Department of Licensing. This will be required only if you are selected as the finalist.
• Pre-employment tests in compliance with the Federal Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Testing Program Requirements.
• A valid Washington State Flagging Card, First Aid/CPR card, and/or a defensive driving course certificate may be required within six months of employment. May also require appropriate crane certification as required by law.

Additional Information

May be required to be on call 24 hours/day to respond to emergencies. Required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time; lift objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds; handle or work near toxic/hazardous substances; and work outdoors in all types of weather. Required to spend long periods of time driving trucks, often in heavy traffic and under adverse weather conditions. Drive in both urban street and rural environment, including unimproved roads. May be required to operate trucks on mountainous logging roads.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The full salary range for this position is $42.36 - $44.08 per hour.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: Benefits - Human Resources | seattle.gov