Truck Driver I

Truck Driver I

Performs basic (entry-level) work safely driving and operating a tractor-trailer combo which may include (but is not limited to) the moving of specialized heavy construction equipment involved in the maintenance and construction of County roads. The Truck Driver I works under close supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Drives truck with a capacity of more than 3 tons to transport and deliver cargo, materials, and other items to a jobsite. Maintains truck log according to state and federal regulations. Position blocks and ties rope around items to secure cargo for transport. Cleans, inspects and services vehicle. Operates equipment on vehicle to load, unload or disperse cargo or materials. Assists in loading and unloading truck manually. Performs related work as assigned.

Graduation from a high school or equivalent (GED) required. Experience in commercial driving or related field preferred. Certificates, Licenses and Registration: Must have a valid current Texas motor vehicle operator's license; Texas Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required; CDL may require specialized endorsements depending on area of assignment. Must be able to be insured by the County's insurance carrier. Positions requiring a CDL or positions of a safety sensitive nature are subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with federal regulations. This position is subject to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Clearinghouse requirements, including queries for alcohol and drug violations. Applicants must be registered with the FMCSA Clearinghouse and will be required to provide consent for the County to perform a pre-employment query. Failure to comply with FMCSA Clearinghouse procedures may affect this application process.

Knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance skilled in using specialized heavy equipment in the prescribed manner. Knowledge of the safe operation of the equipment used and of the provisions of the Texas Motor Vehicle Code relating to the operation of equipment/vehicles. Sufficient skills to operate equipment effectively and safely. Ability to perform strenuous work in the outdoors. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to perform basic math and apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written and/or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously. Bilingual (Spanish and English) with the ability to converse fluently in both languages preferred. Ability to communicate effectively. May require interaction with other departmental supervisors and peers, other County agencies and staff, outside vendors or other professionals and community, state or federal agencies. Employee may be assigned other duties in addition to those listed; duties may change according to the changing needs of the County.