Truck Driver

Hinds County, Mississippi; Raymond (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Hinds County is seeking a licensed truck driver to operate large tandem-axle vehicles delivering gravel, dirt, and asphalt while complying with state laws. You will inspect equipment, report maintenance needs, and work with supervision as needed.

The role requires a Class A CDL, a clean driving record, and at least 2 years of tandem-axle experience. It is an at-will, non-exempt position with starting salary listed at $28,058, and opportunities to contribute to routine maintenance and safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required
• Class A (commercial) driver's license in good standing
• No serious tickets or accidents in last 5 years
• No DWI/DUI in last 10 years
• 2+ years' commercial driving experience driving a tandem axle truck

Responsibilities

• Hauls gravel from gravel pit to work site.
• Picks up asphalt at plants and delivers to work sites.
• Hauls dirt from work sites to dumping location.
• Inspects equipment for proper operating conditions.
• Informs supervisor when routine maintenance or repair is required.
• Performs inspections on equipment to insure proper operating conditions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

2+ years tandem axle driving

Safe driving

Education

High school diploma/GED

Class A CDL in good standing

Job description

Summary

This work involves operation of large trucks with tandem axles. The incumbent is responsible for safe operation of vehicles. Materials hauled include gravel, dirt, or asphalt. Operation of the vehicle must be within accordance to state traffic laws. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that preventive and repair maintenance is conducted on the equipment through notification of the employee's supervisor. The incumbent carries out these duties in a manner that does not require continuous and direct supervision by the immediate supervisor.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

The following are examples of work performed for positions in this job class and are not intended to reflect the essential functions of any one position. The essential functions of each individual position are determined and maintained by each individual department.

Hauls gravel from gravel pit to work site.

Picks up asphalt at plants and delivers to work sites.

Hauls dirt from work sites to dumping location.

Inspects equipment for proper operating conditions.

Informs supervisor when routine maintenance or repair is required.

Performs inspections on equipment to insure proper operating conditions.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma/GED required

Class A (commercial) driver's license in good standing

No serious tickets or accidents in last 5 years

No DWI/DUI in last 10 years

2+ years' commercial driving experience driving a tandem axle truck

Pre-Employment Drug/Alcohol Testing Required

Terms of Employment

This is a non-exempt position.

This is an At-Will employment position

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Hinds County to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Hinds County prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.

The statements contained herein describe the scope of responsibility and essential functions of this position but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts Hinds County's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by law.

Starting Salary

$28,058

Job Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled