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Washington State Department of Natural Resources Truck Driver in Tumwater, Washington
Truck Driver 3 Full-time, Non-Permanent, On-Call, Represented position Location: Tumwater, WA Salary: $4,740.00 - $5,501.00 Monthly
*Review of applications is ongoing. *We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment any time after 3/25/25. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.
Responsibilities:
- Operate a variety of weighted vehicles up to 60,000 Gross Combined Weight or more, including semi-tractors/trailers to pick up and deliver goods.
- Conduct pre-operation checks for safety and all required equipment needed for operation in current weather conditions.
- Check loads to ensure they are secure and not subject to damage during transport.
- Maneuvering vehicles safely in difficult situations such as narrow passageways and inclement weather.
- Maintain the safety of the vehicle, report needed maintenance.
- Ensure vehicle safety and road readiness.
- Perform before and after safety inspection of the vehicle, add oils and lubricants as required, and report any needed repairs to the Fire Cache Manager.
- Pick up and deliver goods to customers:
- Serve as the Department of Natural Resources representative when interacting with customers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
- Participate directly in loading and or unloading and placement of products, including utilizing hand trucks, pallet jacks, and or forklifts.
- Ensure paperwork is completed for material picked up and delivered. Report paperwork or product discrepancies to the supervisor as soon as possible.
*Required Qualifications: *
- Minimum 5 years of verifiable full-time experience operating any combination of vehicles with a Gross Combined weight rating (GCWR) of 80,000 or more pounds.
- A Valid "Class A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an airbrake endorsement.
- Must be able to demonstrate experience in performing light service, inspections, and maintenance on automotive, small motorized, or heavy haul trucks and equipment.
- Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.