Heavy Truck Driver

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Heavy Truck Driver to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for driving a tanker truck to deliver and service portable latrines, ensuring cleanliness and customer satisfaction. You will also maintain vehicle logs and perform minor maintenance, contributing to a robust wellness program and a supportive work environment. If you have a passion for service and a commitment to safety, this opportunity is perfect for you!

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

• Must have a valid CDL Class A with Tanker Endorsement.
• Previous sanitation or heavy truck driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive to designated locations to deliver and pick up portable latrines.
• Sanitize and maintain portable latrines and sinks.

Skills

Sanitation Experience

Heavy Truck Driving

Customer Service

Map Reading

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.