Heavy Truck Driver
Location: Newport News, Virginia (Joint Base Langley-Eustis)
Type: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Full-time, Day shift
Compensation: $20.37/hr
Benefits: Skookum is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.
Full-Time benefits of a Heavy Truck Driver at Skookum include:
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Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
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$4.41/hour Health and Welfare Benefit
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Flexible Spending Account for both medical and dependent care
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11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
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Potential shared earning bonus
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Tuition assistance available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
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Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
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Verizon wireless discount
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
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Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full time employees
Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.
Skookum is seeking a dedicated and reliable Heavy Truck Driver to drive locally for our Central Issuing Facility (Warehouse) location at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, VA.
Typical duties include but are not limited to:
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Heavy trucking may consist of operation of tractors and semi-trailers, tractors and full trailers, trucks with dolly converters, and full trailers. Included is the transportation of various military equipment and transporting of overweight and oversized loads locally.
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The Tractor trailer Driver will also provide medium trucking services locally, such trucking shall be for trucks less than 24,000 lbs.
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Operates vehicles as directed to deliver DSS receipts/issues to DSS activities on JBLE.
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Coordinate turn-ins to DRMO locations.
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Secures cargo for transportation, deliver locally as assigned, and keep accurate trip logs and records.
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Perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
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Exercise various equipment in Hillside Motor pool.
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Ensure equipment is fully operational before each shift. Clean the vehicle and service the vehicle with fuel.
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Maintains radio or telephone contact with base or supervisor to receive instructions or be dispatched to new location.
Qualifications:
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Minimum 3 years of experience.
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Forklift Certification preferred or must be able to obtain Forklift Certification if selected.
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Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
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Must be able to prioritize tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.
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Must be able to provide customer service in a professional and courteous manner.
Physical Requirements:
Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.
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Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
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May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
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Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.
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Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.
Requirements:
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Valid Class A Commercial Drivers License with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Skookum’s insurance carrier.
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Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.
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Candidate must meet federal guidelines to be considered for this position - Department of Transportation (DOT) pre-employment drug screening, medical examination certification, and cleared query with the FMSCA Clearinghouse is required.
To Apply: Visit our website at
www.skookum.org
to complete an application.
Current Employees need to log into their Workday to apply.
Attention CDL Drivers:
If you already have a Commercial Driver's License and your position requires it, you will need to Register as part of the FMSCA Clearinghouse to complete the Background Check process.
Click
HERE
to visit the FMSCA DOT Clearinghouse for registration.
Click
HERE
for the guide provided by FMSCA on how to register.
If you've already registered, you will need to make sure to accept the Query when it is requested.
Skookum’s mission is “Creating opportunities for people with disabilities.”
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Skookum is here to help you with the recruitment process.
If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at
(360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or email
recruiting@skookum.org
.
Skookum is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled -
Skookum participates in E-Verify
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