Seasonal CDL Truck Operator — Leaf Collection

Arlington County Government; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlington County Government’s Department of Environmental Services seeks Leaf Season Drivers for temporary seasonal leaf collection across residential neighborhoods. You will operate straight trucks with vacuum hoses and perform pre/post-trip inspections.

Work outdoors in all weather and be prepared for overtime. A Class A/B CDL and six months’ truck experience are required, along with consent for background checks and pre-employment drug testing. Safety training is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Possession of a class B or A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Six months of experience driving large trucks and/or other commercial vehicles of like magnitude.
• Availability to work overtime, up to 60 hours per week with overtime pay for hours over 40 per week.
• Applicant must provide written consent for Arlington County to obtain from previous employer’s information required by DOT agency regulations concerning drug and alcohol testing information.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
• Must follow safety rules and attend required safety classes and meetings.
• Pre-employment background checks may be conducted; release authorizing background information may be required.
• Complete all sections of the application; resume cannot substitute for the questions.

Responsibilities

• Driving straight trucks, left and right-side drive, using joystick to operate vacuum hose for leaf collection in residential neighborhoods.
• Performing pre- and post-trip inspections of trucks.
• Reading maps and using GPS navigation systems.
• Providing guidance and/or direction to helpers pertaining to the leaf collection process.

Skills

CDL Class A/B

Driving experience

Job description

Arlington County Government’s Department of Environmental Services seeks Leaf Season Drivers for temporary seasonal leaf collection across residential neighborhoods. You will operate straight trucks with vacuum hoses and perform pre/post-trip inspections.

Work outdoors in all weather and be prepared for overtime. A Class A/B CDL and six months’ truck experience are required, along with consent for background checks and pre-employment drug testing. Safety training is mandatory.