Truck Driver (Solid Waste)

OPEN IN-HOUSE (5 DAYS)

DEPARTMENT:                   Public Services – Solid Waste

CLASS:                                  Covered and Non-Exempt

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:      Full Time/Permanent

SALARY:                               D.O.E.

OPENING:                            March 06, 2025       

CLOSING:                             March 12, 2025

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES:

Will be responsible for the operation of the trash truck/roll off and operating a variety of solid waste vehicles to collect and transport solid waste and recycling materials.  Will be responsible for examination, maintenance and service of solid waste vehicles on a regular basis.  You will be required to work outside and will be exposed to insects, animals and potential occupational risks such as burns, cuts and exposure to hazardous fluids.  You will be working mostly alone in occasionally isolated areas.  The driver will be available to other departments to act as backup driver to help meet transportation needs.  This position requires the driver to have a valid Commercial Driver License (CDL).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Operating the Tribe’s trash truck/roll off collecting solid waste and discarded recycling materials as scheduled.
• Operates various types of solid waste collection vehicles, operates mechanism for loading, compressing, and dumping refuse and recyclable materials.
• Drives to designated area to deliver refuse and recyclable materials.
• Maintains safe and efficient operation of solid waste collection and transport equipment and vehicles.
• Perform pre-trip/post-trip vehicle inspections and complete daily logs for equipment operated.
• Demonstrate safe work methods and safety practices.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Supervisors, co-workers, and the Public.
• Maintain accurate written work records and reports.
• When called upon to transport people, safely transport tribal employees to designated work site(s).
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Equivalent;

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must have knowledge of traffic laws involving equipment operations; safe operations of and safety precautions necessary in operation of equipment, including various types of solid waste collection vehicles.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards, standard safety practices, hazardous materials and OSHA standards.
• Knowledge in principles of operation and servicing of trucks and related solid waste vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and understand orally and in writing to carry out instructions.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to solid waste vehicles and equipment.

Other:

• Strong communication skills;
• Must be willing to work beyond regular hours as necessary (Flexibility is key).
• Must be able to follow directions, read and understand manuals and be willing to work with others.
• Submit to and pass annual CDL Physical Examination and TB Test.

NECESSARY REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or obtain one within 3 months and also being eligible for tribe’s insurance;
• Submit to and pass required Local, State, and Federal Background Checks;
• Must submit/pass pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and will be subject to routine random ADOT testing.

HOW TO APPLY:

Submit a completed Employment Application to: Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 179, Peach Springs, AZ 86434, fax (928) 769- 1191, or call (928) 729-2215/2216 for information.  To be considered for employment, the Human Resources Department must receive a completed application by 5:00 PM on the closing date.  A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.  All applications and supporting documentation submitted becomes the property of the Human Resources Department; please keep copies for your own reference.

PREFERENCE:

All applicants are considered without regard to age, sex, race, national origin, religion, marital status, or physical disability.  However, preference may be extended to persons of Indian descent in accordance with Pubic Law 88-355, Section 703 (702-71) and public Law 93-638, Section 7B.

THE HUALAPAI TRIBE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/PROGRAM

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