Truck Driver (CDL)

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

University of South Carolina seeks a Truck Driver (CDL) to operate heavy, on‑road vehicles and support environmental service programs on the Columbia campus. The role requires a CDL, a good driving record, and reliable attendance.

Preferred candidates hold a high school diploma and at least five years of CDL driving, with knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal regulations. This position is typically full-time and on-site at USC facilities in Columbia.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and five years driving with a CDL.
• Good driving record and reliable attendance.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal laws and regulations applicable to equipment operation and waste hauling.

Responsibilities

• Drive large, heavy, and specialized on-road vehicles.
• Maintain vehicle and waste equipment relating to environmental service programs on the Columbia campus.

Skills

Good driving record

Attention to detail

Reliability

Safety minded

Initiative

Teamwork

Heavy equipment operation

Regulatory knowledge

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Truck Driver (CDL)

Department: DAF Facilities Environmental

Advertised Salary Range: Part/Full Time: Full Time

About UofSC From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

Advertised Job Summary Drives large, heavy, and specialized on road vehicles having complex technical operating requirements and maintains vehicle and waste equipment relating to environmental service programs serving designated facilities on the Columbia campus of the University of South Carolina.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma and five years driving with a CDL.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Good driving record, attention to detail, attendance and reliability. Safety minded. Initiative. Team work. Ability to operate a variety of heavy equipment and vehicles.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal laws and regulations applicable to equipment operation and waste hauling.
• Considerable knowledge of the hazards of equipment operation and of appropriate safety precautions. Ability to keep written records.