Truck Driver II

Plaquemines Parish (LA); United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Plaquemines Parish Government is seeking a full-time garbage truck driver to perform tasks on an assigned route, collecting, transporting, and disposing of commercial and residential waste. The driver will operate an automatic garbage truck and assist with related duties on site.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with 1–2 years of equipment operation experience, a Louisiana CDL Class A or B, and the ability to lift up to 100 pounds; on-call duties and basic vehicle maintenance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1–2 years of equipment operation experience.
• Satisfactory physical condition including back, vision and hearing.
• Honesty and good moral/ethical behavior.
• Must possess a Louisiana CDL Class A or B and satisfactory driving record.
• Must attach CDL license and medical card with your application.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties in collecting, transporting, and disposing of garbage (commercial/residential).
• Drive an automatic garbage truck on an assigned route and transport contents to dump site.
• Maintain records on mileage, fuel, etc.; operate various equipment.
• Perform minor maintenance on the truck; may be on call for emergencies.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds; assist with flat tires as needed.

Skills

Equipment operation

Vehicle driving

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class A/B

Job description

Performs the following tasks and others as assigned by supervisor: Under regular supervision, performs various duties required in the collecting, transporting, and disposal of commercial and/or residential garbage. Work involves driving an automatic garbage truck on an assigned route; transporting contents to dump site; maintaining records on mileage, fuel, etc.; operating various type of equipment; performing minor maintenance on truck; may remain on call for emergency response; and frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Helps fix flat tires when needed. Reports to the Foreman.

• Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent with one (1) to two (2) years of experience in equipment operation; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Satisfactory physical condition, including back, vision and hearing
• Must be honest and exhibit good moral/ethical behavior
• Must possess a current Louisiana Commercial Driver's License Class “A” or “B” and satisfactory record
• Must attach a copy of your CDL license and medical card with your application

Applications for examinations shall be open to all persons irrespective of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability. However, applicants who are residents of Plaquemines Parish shall be accorded over non-residents.

The Civil Service Department does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission of access to or treatment or employment in its programs or activities. Reasonable accommodations will be made for anyone requesting such accommodations.

Unless otherwise stated on the front of this announcement, there shall be no maximum age limit for admission to examinations. The minimum age limit shall be eighteen (18) years of age for any class of work in the Parish service requiring hard physical labor, operation of or proximity to hazardous machinery, exposure to hazardous chemicals or participation in any other processes or procedures which are prohibited or limited by the Louisiana State Child Labor Law.

The starting salary for this position is stated on the front side of this Job Announcement. All appointments in the classified service shall be made at the minimum rate or such other starting rate specifically authorized by the Commission. In cases where the applicant possesses exceptional qualifications directly related to the classification to which the applicant will be appointed, the Appointing Authority can recommend to the Director that the applicant be assigned up to step 15 for that class, not in excess of the midpoint for that range. Approval is required by the Director before the appointment becomes effective.

Plaquemines Parish Government pays all classified employees bi-weekly. Employees’ must have their pay directly deposited to their bank account(s). Employees’ payroll check stubs are mailed to the employee’s current address on file with the Civil Service Department.

The working test/probationary period for all positions shall be six months, unless otherwise stated on the front of this announcement. However, any six-month working test/probationary period may be extended for a maximum of six additional months in accordance with the Civil Service Rules.

Any applicant may be disqualified if the applicant's past employment record is unsatisfactory as determined by the Civil Service Department.

Veteran Preference in examinations will be granted only to those persons who provide proof of military service during covered periods and who are found to be eligible.

If selected, as a condition of employment, applicants shall be required to satisfactorily participate in a post-offer medical examination which shall include drug testing.