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Tractor Trailer Driver Agribusiness (Hourly) : State Farm Correctional Center #W0047
Job no : 5016128
Work type : Wage (Hourly)
Location : Goochland, Virginia
Categories : Trades and Operations, Public Safety, Agriculture and Animal Health
Title : Tractor Trailer Driver Agribusiness (Hourly) : State Farm Correctional Center #W0047
State Role Title : Transportation Operator III
Hiring Range : $17.82 - $27.78 hourly
Pay Band : 3
Agency : Dept of Corr - Central Admin
Location : State Farm Work Center
Agency Website : www.vadoc.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type : General Public - G
Job Duties
This is a wage position limited to working no more than 1,500 hours per agency during the 12-month period of May 1 - April 30, regardless of the hire date.
This wage position offers no state benefits.
This position is based out of State Farm Work Center. We are looking for a transportation operator to transport food products, meat, raw and processed milk, commodities and equipment in a safe and timely manner.
Ensure prompt and accurate delivery of milk and other food products while maintaining inmate custody and public safety. Provide support to Agribusiness farming / crop operations on an as needed / seasonal basis.
The VADOC Agribusiness Unit is charged with providing agricultural training opportunities to inmates in an effort to enhance re-entry and reduce recidivism, while reducing food cost for VADOC.
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduate or equivalent. Valid Driver's License. Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL Class A). Maintenance of vehicles for transport.
Demonstrated ability to operate heavy duty trucks. Demonstrated skill in customer service and teamwork. General knowledge of farming and agricultural production.
Demonstrated ability to follow direction and supervise others in all aspects of modern farm techniques and technology.
Additional Considerations
Tanker endorsement and milk handler's permit, or ability to obtain both within 60 days of hiring.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and / or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following :
Background Investigation Requirements : All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI);
local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.
Drug Testing Requirements : Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen.
Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver's License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.
Application Requirements : Application and / or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Electronic Recruitment System.
All applications should be submitted by 11 : 55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and / or résumés will not be accepted.
The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and / or résumé.
Tobacco Free : All VADOC facilities are Tobacco free. Use of all tobacco products is always prohibited on site.
Layoff Preferences : Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.
30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and / or résumé.
VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.
Click here for more information : Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services
Contact Information
Name : Human Resources
Phone : 804-298-4730
Email : Emailed applications not accepted.
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process.
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI).
Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS / DBVI to get their AHP Letter.
Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Advertised : 13 May 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close :
Last updated : 2024-06-01
Full Time
$53k-68k (estimate)
06/03/2024
09/29/2024
dhrm.virginia.gov
Richmond, VA
100 - 200
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