Truck Driver Heavy

Arcata Associates, Inc. • Beatty, NV

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Arcata is a technical services company supporting our nation's defense and maintaining our country's leadership in science, aeronautics, and space. Our greatest strength is our people. Together, the hard work of our staff and team members supports critical operations that make a difference and advance human achievement.
Position is represented by a Collective Bargaining Agreement

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Four (4) years' experience transporting heavy loads on multiple types of trailers, along with a safe driving record and history.
• Willingness to work and follow directions, to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, climb ladders, lift, carry and place heavy objects (up to 100 pounds).
• Load and unload trailers with straps, chains and hooks, perform vehicle inspections, safely climb in and out of tractor cab, sit for extended periods of time, in all types of weather, while safely transporting hazardous/non-hazardous loads, maintain vehicle logs, prompt daily attendance & forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain a forklift certification.
• Valid Class A CDL Driver's license with Hazmat endorsement.
• Obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Must be US Citizen

Nice To Haves

• forklift experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Drive various types of trucks, such as Tractor Trailer combinations to transport various loads, which may include Hazardous Materials.
• Operate various types of heavy equipment and forklifts and to load and unload cargo.
• Check vehicles and equipment for correct operation and must be knowledgeable of cargo securement rules to ensure that every load is properly secured before transport.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on trucks and trailers and refuel vehicles as required.
• Perform general housekeeping and grounds maintenance of vehicle parking areas.
• Travel as required by company.
• Other related duties as assigned by the Lead Technician.
• Focus on SAFETY, QUALITY ADN PROCEDURE COMPLIANCE

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED