Heavy Truck Driver

Skookum; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Heavy Truck Driver to ensure the cleanliness and functionality of portable sanitation solutions. In this full-time role, you will drive a tanker truck to various locations, managing the delivery and servicing of portable latrines and sinks. Your responsibilities will include maintaining vehicle logs, performing light maintenance, and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective service. Join a team that values safety, efficiency, and commitment to quality, while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation Days

Paid Sick Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Previous sanitation or heavy truck driving experience preferred.
• Ability to read military maps using military grid coordinates.

Responsibilities

• Drive to designated locations to deliver and pick up portable latrines.
• Sanitize and clean portable sinks and latrines.
• Maintain vehicle maintenance logs and perform minor maintenance.

Skills

Sanitation Experience

Heavy Truck Driving

Map Reading

Customer Service

Education

High School Degree or GED

Tools

CDL Class A

Job description

Heavy Truck Driver

Where: Lakewood, WA (JBLM)

Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt

Wage: $26.95/hr.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance, 10 paid holidays, up to 12 paid vacation days per year, paid sick leave, Verizon wireless discount, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a robust wellness program.

Work Schedule: Full-time, Day Shift

Skookum seeks a Sanitation Heavy Truck Driver responsible for driving a tanker truck to assigned locations using grid coordinates on a map to set-up, deliver, pick-up and pump portable latrines, sinks and vault latrines. This position also requires the cleaning and servicing of portable latrines as well as replenishing them with supplies.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Driving to designated locations to deliver and pick up portable latrines using grid coordinates on a map.


• Sanitize/clean portable sinks, latrines, and vault latrines inside and outside to include pumping the effluent from the portable latrines into the truck holding tank as well as replenishing portable latrine supplies (including toilet paper, soap, paper towels and cleaners used in maintaining the sinks and toilets.)


• Maintain vehicle maintenance logs for assigned truck and perform minor maintenance on assigned truck.


• Maintain portable latrine and sink service logs and perform light maintenance on portable latrines as needed.


• Properly dispose of effluent from truck holding tank in designated disposal locations.


• Inspect vehicle each use. Notify Mechanic or Supervisor in the event of any necessary mechanical repairs or service.


• Employee is accountable for providing effective and efficient customer service ensuring government standards and customer satisfaction are maintained.

Qualifications:

• High School Degree or GED preferred.


• Previous sanitation or heavy truck driving experience preferred.


• Ability to read military maps using military grid coordinates.


• Working knowledge of JBLM preferred.


• Must be able to follow directions and help organize routes.

Requirements:

• Mustbe able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances as background checks will be conducted for this position.


• A valid CDL Class A with Tanker Endorsement is required. Must be able to obtain and maintain coverage by Skookum's insurance company.


• A Department of Transportation (DOT) regulated pre-employment medical examination and drug screening are required. Candidates must meet federal guidelines to be considered for this position.


• Per Governor Inslee's Proclamation 21-14, employees must be fully vaccinated no later than October 18, 2021. Your vaccine status will be verified at New Employee Orientation. Please note medical or religious accommodation may be available once an offer of employment is made.