Heavy Truck Driver I
๐ Rev Up Your Career: Heavy Truck Driver I Opportunity in the Vibrant City of San Diego! ๐
Are you ready to take the driver's seat in your career and be a crucial part of the dynamic City of San Diego team? Seize the opportunity as a Heavy Truck Driver I, where the road to success is paved with exciting challenges and growth prospects!
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๐ Explore Related Opportunities: Dive into the world of possibilities! Applicants are encouraged to explore related recruitment opportunities, including the prestigious Heavy Truck Driver II role. Elevate your career and discover a pathway to continuous advancement.
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๐ Key Responsibilities that Ignite Your Potential: As a Heavy Truck Driver I, you will be at the helm of a variety of heavy-duty vehicles, from single-unit two or three-axle trucks to specialized refuse packer trucks and versatile dump trucks. Your journey will involve conducting pre-trip inspections, maintaining meticulous mileage and service records, and showcasing your skills in loading and unloading trucks. Picture yourself contributing to the cleanliness of City beaches and parks by handling refuse barrels with finesse. Engage in unskilled construction and maintenance work, and be ready to embrace additional assignments that add a spark to your daily routine.
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๐ธ Elevate Your Earnings: Join a workforce where your hard work is recognized! Employees in job classifications represented by AFSCME Local 127 are set to enjoy progressive general wage increases, including a promising 5% effective 1/1/24, 4% effective 7/1/24, 2% effective 1/1/25, and an exciting 5% effective 7/1/25. That's not all โ for those who thrive on weekends, night shifts, or unusual schedules, there's an additional 5% pay waiting for you.
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๐ Safety is Our Priority: As a responsible employer, the City of San Diego prioritizes safety and adheres to California State Law. Heavy Truck Driver I employees operating commercial vehicles are required to undergo mandatory drug and alcohol testing. Before you embark on this exciting journey, rest assured that a thorough background check will be conducted in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administrationโs Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse, including consultations with former employers regarding drug and alcohol testing results.
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๐ฆ Requirements to Hit the Road: Gear up for success by meeting these minimum requirements:
- A valid California Class A or B Driver's License
- A valid California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) medical certificate dated within the last two years
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๐ Important Notes and Considerations:
- No restricted Class A or B licenses will be accepted.
- Some positions may require a valid Tank Endorsement within six months from the date of hire.
- Certain departments mandate an unrestricted Class A Driver License only.
- Be ready to present a current Driver Record issued by the DMV during the interview process.
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๐ Submit Your Credentials for the Journey: Ensure a smooth ride into consideration by submitting proof of your valid California Class A or B Driver's License, along with a DMV medical certificate dated within the last two years.
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Ready to hit the road to success? Apply now and join us on this thrilling journey with the City of San Diego! ๐๐