Heavy Truck Driver

Skookum; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Job summary

A sanitation service company located in Tacoma, Washington is seeking a Sanitation Heavy Truck Driver. The role involves driving a tanker truck to deliver and service portable latrines and sinks. Candidates must have a valid CDL Class A with Tanker Endorsement and must be able to obtain necessary security clearances. The position offers full-time shifts and various employee benefits including medical and paid time off. This is an ideal role for someone with heavy truck driving experience looking for stable employment.

Qualifications

• Previous sanitation or heavy truck driving experience preferred.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances.
• Valid CDL Class A with Tanker Endorsement is required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Heavy truck driving experience

Ability to read military maps

Organizational skills

Education

High School Degree or GED

Job description

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:

• Must be 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.