Heavy Truck Driver

County of Santa Barbara
$64,771.68 - $77,526.07 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, long term disability, retirement plan, relocation assistance
United States, California, Santa Barbara
1226 Anacapa Street (Show on map)
May 03, 2024
Description We are currently accepting applications to fill one (1) Heavy Truck Driver vacancy at the South Coast Recycling and Transfer Station for the Resource Recovery and Waste Management Division of the Public Works Department. We are also accepting applications to establish employment lists for future Full-Time, Part-Time, and Extra-Help Heavy Truck Driver vacancies in Santa Barbara and the Santa Ynez Valley. Civil Service Rule (CSR) 905 Extra-Help Appointments. An extra-help appointment is defined as an appointment made to a non-regular, non-permanent position established on a temporary basis to meet peak loads, unusual work situations, seasonal and recurrent work, intermittent assignments, or emergencies. PLEASE NOTE: This position will have a flexible 9/80 work schedule and the incumbent may be required to work some weekends and holidays. This position will be located in the Santa Barbara however the selected candidate(s) may need to travel throughout the County. BENEFITS: Benefits: Click herefor more information on County benefits which includes: Vacation: 12 to 25 days per year depending on length of public employment. Holidays: 13 days per year. Sick Leave: 12 days sick leave per year. Unlimited accumulation, one year of which can be converted to service credit upon retirement. Health Plan: Choice of medical (with vision care) and dental plans. County contributes toward the employee's premium. Retirement: The County offers a Defined Benefit (Pension) Plan. For more information, please visit: https://www.sbcers.org/ In addition, applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for: Retirement reciprocity Time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual rate THE POSITION: Under general direction, drives diesel tractor-trailer combinations of four or more axles in transporting refuse and recyclable material; performs skilled work in the operation of loaders and other power equipment at refuse transfer stations and landfills; and performs related duties as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Heavy Truck Driver is distinguished from the classes of Heavy Equipment Operator, Maintenance Worker II, and Refuse Checker by its primary assignment to the operation of diesel tractor-trailer combinations of four or more axles. Positions in the Heavy Equipment Operator class operate heavy construction equipment including, but not limited to, motor graders, bulldozers, excavators, scrapers, cranes, steel rollers, and chip spreaders. Incumbents in the Maintenance Worker II and Refuse Checker classifications may operate diesel tractor-trailer combinations on an occasional or fill-in basis if they possess the required Class A license. The IDEAL CANDIDATE will have: Ability to operate a manual transmission semi-truck trailer Flexibility, a positive attitude, and an impeccable character Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to interact with all levels of internal and external customers Ability to prepare and write clear and concise daily work reports which will be turned in at the end of the work day Ability to work well independently and as a team player Ability to be open to change and new information, and adapt behavior and work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, and unexpected obstacles Ability to exercise appropriate judgment in answering questions and releasing information; analyzing and projecting consequences of decisions and/or recommendations Two (2) or more years of experience driving semi-truck, tractor with a 48 foot or larger trailer Wheel loader experience which includes loading different size trailers Demonstrated ability in using a weighing system to load various payload sizes Computer savvy The Public Works Department The Santa Barbara County's Public Works Department employees are committed to efficiently providing, operating and maintaining public works infrastructure, facilities and services to make everyday life as safe and convenient as possible for the public we serve. The Department is comprised of five Divisions: Administration, Resource Recovery & Waste Management, Surveyor's Office, Transportation, and Water Resources. To learn more about the Public Works Department, please visit: https://www.countyofsb.org/184/Public-Works . Examples of Duties Operates a diesel tractor-trailer combination of four or more axles in transporting refuse and recyclable material; maintains operator log; and computes axle weights to ensure that load is within legal limits. Operates loaders for compacting and loading of refuse and recyclable materials into trucks for transfer to other sites; and operates other equipment including dump trucks, water trucks, bobcats, and forklifts. Performs minor repairs and servicing of equipment. Employment Standards One (1) year of Class A driving experience operating diesel tractor-trailer combinations of four or more axles; OR, Experience as a Maintenance Worker II or Refuse Checker with Santa Barbara County, including 2000 hours of Class A driving experience operating diesel tractor-trailer combinations of four or more axles; OR, A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Additional Qualifications: Possession of a valid California Class A Driver's License is required. Appointees to this classification will be subject to mandatory testing for drugs prior to beginning work; once on the job, incumbents will be subject to mandatory testing for drugs and/or alcohol on a random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return-to-duty, and follow-up basis. Knowledge of: mechanical operations and maintenance of diesel tractor-trailer combinations and heavy equipment; safe work practices; California Dept. of Motor Vehicles guidelines for truck inspections and regulations related to operating semi-tractor trailers with multiple axles; and basic math. Ability to: operate a diesel tractor-trailer combination in a safe and efficient manner; obtain California Department of Motor Vehicles tanker endorsement; read and understand operating manuals, procedures and policies; write legibly to maintain logs; follow written and oral instructions; and work well with others. Desirable Qualifications: Knowledge of: mechanical operations and basic maintenance of loaders, dump trucks, water trucks, bobcats, and forklifts. Ability to: operate loaders, dump trucks, water trucks, bobcats, and forklifts in a safe and efficient manner; and identify hazardous wastes. Supplemental Information Work schedule varies and includes holidays and weekends. Working conditions involve operating a truck and/or loader for ten-hour shift. Environmental conditions include exposure to wind, dust, rain, and hot and cold weather, as well as hazardous materials. APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS: Review applications and supplemental questionnaire to determine those candidates who meet the employment standards. Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking - Responses to the required examination supplemental questions will be evaluated and scored. Candidates' final score and rank on the eligibility list will be determined by the responses to these questions. This process may be eliminated if there are fewer than 11 qualified candidates. Applicants must receive a percentage score of at least 70 on the supplemental questionnaire to be placed on an employment list. An adjustment may be made to raw scores based on factors listed in Civil Service Rule VI. Those candidates who are successful in the selection process will have their names placed on the employment list for a minimum of three months. At the time the employment list is established, all candidates will receive an email notice of their score on the exam(s), rank on the employment list, and exact duration of the employment list. Conditional Job Offer: Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, candidate will be required to successfully complete a background check, which includes a conviction history check, and satisfactory reference checks. Appointee will be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination. The ability to perform physical tasks of moderate difficulty may be required for some positions in this class. The appointee must satisfy a twelve (12) month probationary period. Recruiters will correspond with applicants by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines. Disaster Service Workers: Pursuant to Governmental Code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a doctor or a learning institution. Statement of Commitment The County of Santa Barbara is dedicated to cultivating and sustaining an environment that exhibits equity and inclusion everywhere, and at all levels of our organization. The County believes equity is a fundamental principle that must be imbedded in policies, institutional practices and systems. The County recognizes the negative impacts of systemic racism and is committed to eliminating the barriers affecting our Black, Latino, Indigenous, and Asian community members, as well as people of other diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds. We envision a world where society and its systems (e.g. education, criminal justice, and health care, housing the economy) are just, fair, and inclusive, enabling all people to participate and reach their full potential. We celebrate community and employee diversity, strive for inclusion and belonging, and promote empowered participation. We aspire to build a workforce that is reflective of these values and the communities we serve. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will resolutely uphold federal, California state law and/or Santa Barbara County ordinances. We believe equity and inclusion are vital to fulfill the County's mission and to embody a culture of "One County, One Future." Expanding the full range of employee talent allows the County to deliver our best to all our community members. We believe in the dignity and humanity of all people. We strive for a healthy and prosperous society that promotes all people having equitable access and opportunity. APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE: May 24, 2024, 4:59 p.m. PST. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at www.sbcountyjobs.com. Kim Clark, Public Works Human Resources Coordinator, kiclark@countyofsb.org