Truck Driver

Arizona Department of Administration•Mesa, AZ

53d•$49,200•Onsite

About The Position

Our mission is to enhance public safety across Arizona through modern, effective correctional practices and meaningful engagements. The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is committed to creating a safe, secure, and humane correctional system. With public safety top of mind, ADCRR and its more than 8,000 officers and professional staff are driven by a heart for public service and a commitment to deliver perfect effort each day. ADCRR is redefining itself as an agency whose daily work centers on transparency, accountability, and fairness. TRUCK DRIVER (CORRECTIONAL INDUSTRIES PRODUCTION SPECIALIST) Job Location: Address: Arizona State Prison Complex (ASPC) – Eyman Arizona Correctional Industries (ACI) 4374 East Butte Ave. Florence, Arizona 85132 https://corrections.az.gov/ Posting Details: Salary: $49,200.00 Grade: 17 Open Until Filled Job Summary: Take your Truck Driving, Semi Driving, or Transportation experience to the next level. Grab your Arizona CDL and Apply Now! Join our team of transportation experts. We’re seeking a skilled professional to oversee the transportation, delivery, and installation of ACI products while supervising and training an inmate workforce. This dynamic role involves operating a variety of vehicles and equipment, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards, and fostering a secure and efficient work environment. Drive your career forward with the Arizona Correctional Industries (ACI)! For further information about the Arizona Correctional Industries, visit: https://aci.az.gov/

Requirements

At least three (3) years of on-the-job experience driving a semi-tractor-trailer and/or box truck
A current, valid, and in-good-standing Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger endorsement or have the ability to obtain the passenger endorsement within 90 days of hire
Working in a warehouse or transportation operation with duties that include supervision, shipping, receiving, inventory control, product delivery, storage, manufacturing, and installation
Lift/Carry approximately 50 lbs
Push/Pull approximately 50 lbs
Walk/Run approximately .25 miles
Read state and city road maps and/or use electronic map apps to locate destinations
Safely operate a gas-powered forklift
Use safe and proper loading techniques
Secure and unload products
Adhere to all departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Work in a prison environment
Work extended and irregular hours with an inmate work crew
A current and valid Arizona Class “A” or “B” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Examiner's Certificate.
Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks.
Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training.
Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter.
Successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

Supervision and management techniques
Warehouse and transportation operations
Shipping, receiving, inventory control, product delivery, storage, manufacturing, and installation
Hazardous material handling
Division and Departmental policies and procedures
Fire and safety standards and regulations
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
Written and verbal communication
Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships
Organization and research
Quality control
Hazardous material handling
Operation of gas and diesel-powered vehicles and safe operation of electric and gas-powered forklifts
Manufacturing equipment/machinery
Simple bookkeeping
Providing on-the-job training
Motivational techniques
Decision-making

Responsibilities

Drives both gas and diesel vehicles ranging from ½ ton vans to semi-tractor trailer rigs weighing 80,000 lbs.
Conducts pre-trip and post-trip inspections as required by Federal law
Supervises and trains assigned inmate workers
Closely monitors work crew activities and enforces security practices and daily sanitation in the area of responsibility in accordance with ADCRR policies, procedures, and best practices
Oversees the loading, delivery, and installation of ACI products
Supervises warehouse activities performed by inmates
Prepares necessary trip tickets per ADCRR guidelines and maintains CDL certifications/medical compliance
Takes precautionary measures to prevent damage or theft of items while in transit
Accounts for all goods being shipped on the bill of lading and verifies the quality of goods being sold
Ensures quality installation
Interfaces with customers and vendors during pickup, delivery, and installation of ACI-produced goods
Operates material handling equipment, which includes hand trucks, electric pallet jacks, and gas-operated forklifts (up to 11,000 lbs. capacity)
Consults with Management, the Transportation Supervisor, and other staff regarding quality control issues
Attends mandatory training and staff meetings
Prepares written reports as required
Drives on State business
Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

Benefits

Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
Exceptional retirement program
Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

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