Job Description

Description

DSHS FFA Truck Driver 2

Are you eager to take your truck driving skills to the next level? Make the shift change today and enhance your career! Apply to join our team in Steilacoom, WA.

The Facilities, Finance, and Analytics Administration\'s (FFA) Maintenance Operations Division (MOD) is looking for an on-call Truck Driver 2 to join our team in Steilacoom, WA..

Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs.

Join us within our , where you will experience the rewarding feeling of being alongside a dedicated team, who share your same passion of being committed to success. This position is a great opportunity for those that have recently retired.

Please Note: You will be required to take a Ferry to and from work each day (to get to the island). SCC employees receive an additional $10 per day premium pay in addition to the advertised salary. Ferry transportation is provided to McNeil Island employees. Truck Driver 2\'s also receives 10% higher pay for 6 hours every day because of assignment pay. Evening and Night shift positions include a $2.50 shift differential in addition to the standard compensation rate. Staff at the SCC receive 5% premium pay for working at a 24-hour facility. You also receive a free ORCA card for personal transportation use.
Some of what you will do:

• Drive and operate medium to large trucks, buses, and special vehicles that are up to 60,000 GVW to; Transport passengers, and load/unload equipment.
• Operation of vehicles such as trash/recycle trucks, street sweepers, forklifts, fleet cars, and seasonal snow equipment is also possible.
• You will also load, unload, and transport freight, mail, and other packages by hand and use of liftgate, forklift, pallet jack, and hand dolly.
• Pick-up and drop-off; Food items, materials, supplies, and US mail
• Dispose of solid waste and debris using machinery
• Operate all CDL Class B-rated equipment as needed to maintain the MOD/SCC
• Load/Unload SCC laundry, and transport to and from Western State Hospital Laundry
• Shred confidential/non-confidential documents and maintain records.
• Operate vehicles in a capacity of 30 or more passengers, including driver.
• Perform pre/post-trip inspections on all equipment operated.
• Clean exterior and interior of vehicles, including vacuuming.
• Operate and prepare equipment for snow/ice removal.
• Housekeeping of shop area, work area, breakroom, and restroom areas

What we are looking for:

• Experience working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to operate heavy trucks and buses in a safe and skillful manner.
• Knowledge of state motor vehicle laws with the safe operation of equipment
• Ability to be flexible to work hours changing.
• Experience working around noisy machines and potentially hazardous chemicals
• Skilled at taking instructions that are verbal and written.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements for this job.

Who should apply?
Applicants with the following:

• One year of experience in the operation of CDL vehicles of 18,000 GVRW or more or at least one year of experience transporting passengers, operating forklifts, and/or various other vehicles/equipment
• A valid CDL B (Or higher) driver\'s license free from serious traffic violations
• A P1 Passenger Endorsement required

Interested? Apply today!

Our Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) mission to Transform Lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency\'s mission that you bring an equity, anti-racism and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Questions? Please contact and reference job number 12255.

Supplemental Information

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant\'s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver\'s license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

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