Truck Driver

Job Title

Drive/operate ten (10) yard dump truck with trailer and other County equipment to facilitate the construction, repair, rebuilding and all related maintenance of roadways. Position is open until filled.

Job Duties

• Operation of heavy dump trucks, pup trailers, low-boys, tilt trailers and tankers for repair, maintenance and construction of roadways.
• Perform preventative maintenance and servicing of assigned equipment to ensure safe, operational status.
• Ensure a safe work environment for maintenance crews and the general public.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to service and perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment to ensure safe, efficient operation.
• Ability to recognize hazards and safety problems.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations and requirements related to the trucking industry to ensure safety of employees and the general public.
• Knowledge of modern practices, methods and materials used in maintenance, repair and construction of roadways.
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with other employees.
• Ability to communicate, understand and carry out oral and written instruction.
• Ability safely drive truck/trailer combinations on narrow roadways, with no shoulders in all traffic situations.
• Ability to successfully complete required training courses.

Education, Experience & Certifications

• Valid Washington State Combination Drivers License.
• Flagger Certification.
• State Pesticide License (Possible requirement).
• Experience related to the trucking and hauling industry.

Island County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Island County does not provide visa sponsorship.

Island County offers a wide range of employee benefits designed to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs: Medical: Island County pays 100% of the premiums for most eligible employees and dependents. In addition, the County provides an annual Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (determined by Medical plan selected). Dental: Island County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members for basic dental coverage (buy-up options are available). Life and Disability Insurance: Employees are provided basic coverage of $24,000 and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents. Retirement: Island County employees participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (additional 457(b) deferred-compensation plans are also available). Life Flight: Island County pays 100% of the premium for emergency air transport coverage. 11 paid holidays each year Generous paid time off and Washington-required sick leave Flexible Spending Account (optional) Wellness programs Employee assistance program Pet Insurance (optional - employee paid) Additional benefits are available to be elected (employee-paid). Student debt? Working for Island County can provide relief! Island County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF) for full time employees. See for more details. This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible Island County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

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