Transfer Station - Truck Driver (OPEN & PROMOTIONAL)

This position is scheduled to work 40 hours per week. 

Positions allocated to this classification perform Roll-Off Truck and container transport services while performing a variety of job duties.  Employees in this classification will transport and haul various materials under the direction of the Transfer Station Site Supervisor.

WHO MAY APPLY:  This recruitment is open to all applicants meeting the minimum requirements. Priority consideration will be given to Spokane County employees in a position covered by the PROTEC17 bargaining unit.

• Drives a drop box truck to efficiently and safely transport solid waste or recyclables.
• Ensures positive engagement between the truck and container; inspects rig before driving to ensure all equipment and accessories, including drop boxes, are in good working condition and can be driven safely on roadway without endangering self or others.
• Hydraulically/mechanically picks up and drops off drop boxes as assigned.
• Safely and efficiently maneuvers truck and set down drop boxes in tight quarters around customers, other equipment, along retaining walls, and other areas. 
• Performs routine maintenance on assigned vehicle by checking fluid levels and lubricating equipment as necessary; maintains vehicle mileage, daily inspection reports, service records, and other paperwork, as required. 
• Coordinates with Transfer Station Site Supervisors, other Drop Box Drivers, site staff, and recycling vendors to efficiently and effectively schedule service where and when needed, including but not limited to ensuring an adequate number of empty drop boxes are delivered and available at each site as needed.
• Performs all manual labor tasks necessary to support all solid waste and recycling drop box operations.  
• Provide assistance to Site Attendants and other co-workers as needed. 
• Communicates with supervisors and other Division staff and is pro-active to identify and resolve operational related problems.
• Performs related duties to optimize recycling and support Solid Waste operations as required.
• Performs other related duties as required. 
• Respond to after-hours emergency calls as appropriate. 

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three (3) years’ experience operating a tractor-trailer or truck-trailer combination (drop box truck).
• OR, any equivalent combination of train­ing and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abil­ities.  
• Must possess a CDL B and be able to pass job related certifications/training.

 
LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

• Possession of a valid driver's license at time of employment and for the duration of employment.
• OSHA HazMat Certification must be obtained within six (6) months of hire date.

• Knowledge of the practices and required equipment of the trade.  
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing the safe operation of a truck trailer or tractor trailer combination.  
• Knowledge of routine maintenance and troubleshooting procedures relevant to trucks; Knowledge of safety rules and regulations, and potential hazards associated with the work.
• Ability to operate assigned vehicle safely, courteously, and efficiently in all types of traffic and weather conditions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers, subordinates, supervisors, and the public.
• Ability to thoroughly inspect assigned vehicles, trailer, and containers prior to operation to ensure all equipment and accessories are in proper operating condition. 
• Ability to maintain driving record within County standards.

Salary : $52,803 - $73,549