Heavy Truck Driver II

The City of San Diego; California (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in California is seeking a Heavy Truck Driver II to operate heavy truck/trailer combination vehicles and assist in loading and unloading. Applicants must have a valid California Class A Driver License and some experience with heavy vehicles or construction equipment. This is a full-time, entry-level position with scheduled wage increases and potential shiftwork requirements.

Qualifications

• Six months experience operating vehicles requiring a California Class A or B Driver License.
• Six months experience operating heavy construction equipment.
• Valid California Class A Driver License and medical certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Drive heavy truck/trailer combination vehicles.
• Assist in loading and unloading trucks.
• Complete daily Driver’s Inspection Reports.

Skills

Operating heavy truck/trailer combinations

Manual transmission skills

Basic maintenance and loading skills

Job description

Overview

Heavy Truck Driver II role at The City of San Diego.

Responsibilities

• Heavy Truck Driver II positions drive heavy truck/trailer combination vehicles where the trailer towed has a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of over 6,000 pounds and/or vehicles with a total GVW of 54,000 pounds with complex manual transmissions.
• Complete daily Driver’s Inspection Reports.
• Assist in loading and unloading trucks.
• Perform unskilled construction and maintenance work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience

• You must meet ONE of the following options:
  • Six months of full-time experience operating vehicles which require a California Class A or B Driver License.
  • Six months of full-time experience operating construction equipment such as loaders, graders, bulldozers, backhoes and other similar heavy equipment.

Licenses and Certifications

• LICENSE: A valid California Class A Driver License AND a valid California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) medical certificate dated within the last two years are required at the time of application.
• A restricted Class A Driver License will NOT be accepted.
• Some positions may require a valid Tank Endorsement within six months from date of hire.

Notes

• City of San Diego employees using Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA) experience and/or on-the-job training to qualify must submit written documentation signed by their appointing authority or payroll specialist, detailing the work performed, the equipment operated, dates and total number of qualifying OCA and/or training hours. OCA experience and on-the-job training without the required documentation will NOT be considered.

Compensation and Scheduling Notes

• Employees in job classifications represented by AFSME Local 127 are scheduled to receive the following general wage increase: 5% effective 7/1/25.
• Heavy Truck Driver II employees may be required to work extended periods of night or unusual shift work for which they may receive 5% additional pay.
• Some Heavy Truck Driver II positions may include 24-hour shift work.
• Heavy Truck Driver II employees who operate commercial vehicles are required by California State Law, as a condition of employment, to submit to drug and alcohol testing. Prior to hire, a background check will be completed in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse and with former employers regarding drug and alcohol testing results.
• Some Heavy Truck Driver II positions are required to pass a medical physical, respiratory fit test, and obtain Confined Space Certification within six months from date of hire. Employees will be required to obtain and maintain Confined Space Certification to retain employment.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Government Administration