Truck Driver

Position Description Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is a national leader and innovator in the services and programs we provide to our residents who enjoy our public spaces such as parks, community centers, specialty gardens and swimming pools. Our mission is to equip employees and the public for well-being as we support healthy people, a thriving environment and vibrant community. We provide safe and accessible spaces for residents and visitors to work, recreate, rejuvenate and enhance quality of life and wellness for children, teenagers, adults and seniors. Delivering excellent customer service to all is a core value. Equity & Inclusion: Seattle Parks and Recreation commits to advancing equity and social justice in our department and in every neighborhood by growing a dynamic and diverse workforce, developing strong investments, growth opportunities and beneficial partner strategies as we acknowledge and pledge to close disparities created by historical practices which often hindered workforce development, environmental justice, access to quality open spaces, programs and facilities. Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is looking for a Truck Driver to work with a team of professionals whose vision is to be innovative and responsive Citywide. This journey level position will provide support to Park Resources, driving trucks such as single and double-axle dump trucks, tractors, and boom trucks. Knowledge of the operation of trucks and their attachments, and the City, State, and Federal rules and regulations governing their safe operation is required to perform the work of this class. Employees in this class, under general supervision, inspect trucks and equipment to ensure that they are safe and in good working order; and determine the most appropriate guidelines to follow such as operating procedures and safety regulations as they apply to a variety of trucks and equipment. Job Responsibilities Drive single or double-axle dump trucks with trailers to haul materials, equipment, and supplies to various sites; load and unload. Drive a packer truck to pick up refuse and transport it to the transfer station. Drive trucks with specialized street and sewer cleaning attachments such as flusher, vactor, and sewer eductor trucks. Drive trucks with specialized equipment such as hotbox asphalt trucks, boom trucks, and snowplows; haul, dump, or spread gravel, sand, salt, oil, asphalt, and other material for street maintenance, repair, and ice control. Operate mechanical and hydraulic equipment attached to trucks such as loaders, winches, hoists, pumps, and compressors; maintain and repair equipment. Inspect trucks and equipment to ensure good and safe conditions. Clean equipment and perform minor repairs. Lead and work with a crew of laborers involved in patching roads, cleaning culverts, cutting brush, and other related tasks. Maintain records of mileage, servicing, and minor maintenance of equipment. Use tractors to load and unload materials. Operate tractors and various attachments. Perform other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Six months of experience in the operation of a variety of trucks in excess of 10,000 lbs. GVW, or completion of a recognized course in Commercial Driver Training which includes practical driving experience and instruction in mechanical principles and allied rules and regulations (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class). Knowledge of City, State, and Federal rules and regulations governing the safe operation of trucks and their attachments. The Most Competitive Candidate Will Have Three years of experience as a Truck Driver. Basic Computer skills in Microsoft Word and Outlook. Experience working in a team environment. Experience working in a flexible environment to achieve organizational goals. Driving knowledge of the Seattle area. Experience w…

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