Truck Driver 3 Full-Time - Bay View

Schedule: 40 hrs./week, Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm · Travel Requirements: · This position travels daily throughout Western Washington State and on occasion over the Cascades to Yakima and Wenatchee. · What You Will Be Doing: · The Surplus Operations' primary responsibilities are t ...

Job description

Schedule: 40 hrs./week, Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm


Travel Requirements:
This position travels daily throughout Western Washington State and on occasion over the Cascades to Yakima and Wenatchee.


What You Will Be Doing:

The Surplus Operations' primary responsibilities are to keep State and Federal surplus property out of the landfills (reutilizing property wherever possible) and to maximize the dollars that are returned to agencies.

Under the direction of the Equipment Operator Supervisor, this position is responsible to safely operate a semi-tractor trailer combination vehicles rated at 80,000 Gross Combined Weight (GCW) to transport standard surplus items that our customers wish for us to pick up from their location in the form of pallets and/or loose items that consist of furniture, electronics and equipment from state agencies and the states poly-subs.

Please note:
this position isn't solely a driving position. As a Truck Driver 3, you'll be loading and unloading the truck, too, using dollies and other equipment.


Who We Are:

The Department of Enterprise Services (DES)provides centralized business services to state government agencies; to other public entities such as cities, counties and tribes; and to Washington residents.

DES' mission is to strengthen the business of government for a sustainable and just future. Learn more about DES.

Duties

The majority of work is performed getting in and out of vehicles of varying sizes. Deliveries are made to multiple locations within tight timelines.

Traffic delays, mechanical problems and breakdowns, inclement weather, and physical demands of loading and unloading heavy items are to be expected.

Some work is performed in a non-climate controlled warehouse and you will be exposed to excessive dust. Must be willing and able to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods in noisy conditions without loss of concentration. You will have frequent contact with internal and external customers. Interpersonal skills are required.

It is of the upmost importance that all communication is done with a positive attitude and in a professional manner.

Must be able to answer questions about services and provide accurate information. Must be able to defuse customer concerns.


What You Will Be Doing:
Surplus Loading/Unloading and Deliveries
Driving a truck semi-tractor trailer combinations primarily a van trailer (will train and operate a car hauler, straight deck and lowboy trailers as needed) in a safe manner around the state for the purposes of picking up and delivering surplus equipment from state agencies and our poly-subs
Perform Pre-Trip daily
Operate and maintain forklift and pallet jacks according to policy, regulations, and recognized standards
Maintain current forklift operator's card
Uses hand dollies, wheel dollies, pallet jacks (walk-behind and riding), and forklift trucks to load and unload surplus into and out of our trailers
Evaluate and schedule weekly with customers based on current open documents in SRMS

Scheduling and routing for daily pickups and deliveries
Use systematic methods for routing to accomplish the most efficient plan/route for pickups and deliveries of surplus items within the 30 business day metrics for Surplus Operations
Customer Service
Show a sincere interest in customers and their needs
Work with receiving team to understand their role and ways to help them
Qualifications


Work Setting, including hazards:
Majority of work is performed getting in and out of vehicles of varying sizes. Deliveries are made to multiple locations within tight timelines.

Traffic delays, mechanical problems and breakdowns, inclement weather, and physical demands of loading and unloading heavy items are to be expected.

Some work is performed in a non-climate controlled warehouse and you may be exposed to excessive dust. Must be willing and able to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods in noisy conditions without loss of concentration.


Tools And Equipment:
Must be able to safely operate motor vehicles, heavy equipment (Tractor Peterbilt, flatbed, car hauler, box truck, 32'-45' dry van trailer, 40' swing door trailer, misc.

trailers, electric wench, heavy duty all-terrain forklift, tie downs, hand trucks, forklifts, dock plates, cell phone, and, pallet jacks standard office equipment including a computer, handheld tracking device, telephone, printer, and copy machine.

REQUIRED:
High school diploma or GED


AND
Two (2) years of full-time experience operating any combination of vehicles with a Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) of 80,000 or more pounds and a class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements as required by Federal law
Possess a valid driver's license free from any serious traffic violations
AND the ability to obtain and maintain appropriate endorsements
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening (see Supplemental section regarding FMCSA clearinghouse details and other drug and alcohol testing)

Supplemental Information

Please Provide The Following Documents In Order To Be Considered; Failure To Do So May Result In You Not Being Considered For The Position:

A letter of interest, describing how you meet the qualifications for this position as outlined in the job posting;
A current resume, detailing experience, and education; and
A current list of at least three (3) professional references with current contact information (attached or available to provide at the time of interview)
ONLY if selected for hire, you must provide a current copy of your Driver's Abstract. (Please note you will have a $15 fee)
and willing to provide one every year of employment moving forward.
Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).


NOTE:
By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed. A resume will not substitute for completing the "duties summary" section or supplemental questions of the application. Please do not "refer to resume" for detail, or your application may be disqualified.


Opportunity For All:

The Department of Enterprise Services celebrates our differences and we are committed to a workplace that supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, marital status, families with children (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, status as a protected veteran, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as an individual with the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with disabilities or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws.

You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our organization.

Contact Information:
Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or

For questions about this recruitment or to request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Angie Anderson at or email

More than Just a Paycheck

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket.

Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package.

We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read About Our Benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note:
If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses.

Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website.

The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement And Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).

This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note:

Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis.

Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours.

Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month.

Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA).

Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis.

Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position.

Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC

Note:

Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so.

However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave.

In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated

01

Are you currently employed by the Department of Enterprise Services?

Yes
No

02

Are you willing to undergo a background check as a condition of employment? * This position will also require you to participate in the DES drug and alcohol testing program and maintain registration in the FMCSA clearinghouse.

Yes
No

03

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

Yes
No

04

If you are selected for hire, you must provide a pre-employment drivers abstract if offered the position and prior to hire.

You will be required to provide one every year of employment moving forward. Are you willing to agree to these special job requirements?

Yes
No

05

This position requires at least two years of full-time experience operating any combination of vehicles with a Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) of 80,000 or more pounds.

Do you have this experience
AND hold a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements as required by Federal law?

Yes
No

06

Select ALL that apply to your experience


You are able to:
Driving a truck semi-tractor trailer combinations primarily a van trailer (will train and operate a car hauler, straight deck and lowboy trailers as needed)
Operate and maintain forklift and pallet jacks according to policy, regulations, and recognized standards.
Maintain current forklift operator's card

Hand dollies, wheel dollies, pallet jacks (walk-behind and riding), and forklift trucks to load and unload surplus into and out of our trailers.

None of these apply

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