Truck Driver/Equipment Operator

Duchesne County • Duchesne, UT

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About The Position

Performs skilled tasks operating and servicing trucks, transports, and specialized wheeled equipment used to construct, maintain, or repair county roads and service systems. May occasionally operate heavy motor equipment. The role is responsible for maintaining and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of assigned areas and works under the general supervision of the Roads Department Director.

Road Department employees may be considered emergency personnel at any time. During snow season, the Truck Driver must be available for on-call work, including on County-observed holidays. Snow-season dates may vary depending on weather.

Requirements

• Valid CDL Class A with general and airbrake endorsements.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Availability for on-call work from December 1 through February 28; dates may vary depending on weather.
• Availability for on-call work during snow season, including County-observed holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks, pup trailers, water trucks, bobtail dump trucks, flatbeds, and related transport equipment.
• Transport gravel, asphalt, debris, equipment, and related materials.
• Operate snow-removal and sanding equipment to clear snow and ice from roadways and maintain safe travel conditions within an assigned area.
• Apply ice-control materials and chemicals at intersections, curves, hills, and railroad crossings.
• Mount snowplows and help maintain snow-emergency equipment.
• Operate vehicles safely on-site and on roads, including signaling properly, identifying hazards, controlling speed and lane position, matching speed to road conditions, and driving in daylight or at night.
• As assigned, operate heavy equipment and perform manual work on road-maintenance and repair projects.
• Perform daily preventive maintenance and routine repairs, and ensure proper fluid levels.
• Perform lubrication and greasing tasks as needed to ensure equipment operates properly.
• Conduct routine vehicle safety inspections and maintain a daily service log.

Benefits

• Employer pays 80% to 95% of medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums.
• $40,000 of life insurance at no cost to the employee.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance paid by the employer.
• 108 hours of holiday pay.
• Paid time off: 120 hours in the first year.
• Retirement savings and pension plans.
• 401(k) and 457 plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed