Truck Driver-Solid Waste

Yakima County•Cullman, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The mission of Yakima County Government is to provide accessible, responsive and responsible public service through leadership and teamwork committed to understanding and meeting public needs. Our Values: Integrity Common Sense Innovation Accountability Position Data: Solid Waste Class A Driver II-J23-U13-H Regular Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime) Pay Rate: $27.44 - $34.80 per hour (B24 Step 1-13) Hiring Rate: $27.44 - $29.12 per hour (B24 Step 1-4 DOQ) Job Closing Date: 12/31/26 with weekly review starting 4/29/26. If position is filled, job posting will be closed prior to 12/31/26 date. There are multiple positions with the Yakima County Public Services-Solid Waste Division. This position operates a Class 8 truck with tandem drive, drop axle and 5th wheel pulling a 48-foot tri-axle walking floor transfer trailer for the purpose of transporting refuse from the transfer station to the landfill. Performs daily start up inspection, operational checks, and routine preventative maintenance on equipment. Operates other equipment as needed, such as front-end loaders, forklifts, wood grinder and water trucks.

Requirements

High School or (G.E.D.)
five (5) years equipment operation, road maintenance and/or construction experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides knowledge, skills and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Washington State Class ‘A’ Commercial Driver’s License with Air Brakes and Tanker Endorsements.
Consent for queries of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse to comply with Federal Regulations (49 CFR Part 382).
Safe equipment operational procedures
Road and facility maintenance techniques
Basic equipment maintenance
Equipment and tools used in equipment maintenance
Safety precautions
Customer service techniques
Operating trucks, walking floor trailers and other common maintenance equipment, such as front-end loaders, forklifts, water trucks and wood grinders
Performing preventive maintenance on equipment
Using two-way radios and other communicative devices
Applying customer service techniques
Establishing and maintaining effective interpersonal relationships with co-workers
Communication, both oral and written, sufficient to receive direction and follow direction

Responsibilities

Operates a Class 8 truck with tandem drive, drop axle and 5th wheel pulling a 53 foot tri-axle walking floor trailer for the transport of refuse from the transfer station to the landfill.
Operates a variety of other equipment including, front-end loaders, forklifts, water trucks and wood grinder.
Performs daily start up vehicle inspection, operational checks and maintenance activities and reports repairs as needed.
Interacts with the public to ensure safety within the transfer station and landfill areas.
Applies appropriate customer service techniques.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health Care Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life and Basic LTD)
Retirement Benefits
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision Coverage
Basic Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA- VEBA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Voluntary Benefits – vision, term life, critical illness, disability and other insurance plans
Washington State Retirement Plan (DRS)
457 Deferred Compensation Program (DCP)