Heavy Motor Vehicle Operator

Heavy Motor Vehicle Operator

Location: Yakima, WA

Employment Class: Full Time Regular

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Hourly-SCA

SCA Wage: $26.37 hourly + 4.57 per hour H&W

Benefits: The company has a comprehensive benefit plan to include Medical/Prescription Health Plans, Dental, Group Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, Identity Theft, and 401(K) Plan.

Position Summary:

Advancia Government Services (a federal government contractor) is seeking a qualified Heavy Motor Vehicle Operator who will transport materials, merchandise, equipment, or workers between various types of establishments such as: plants, freight depots, warehouses, etc. Operates straight truck, over 4 tons, usually 10-wheels.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

* Load or unload truck with or without helpers, make minor mechanical repairs/conduct PMCS.
* Required to operate in the performance of this contract, such as, but not limited to forklifts, tractors, trucks, dump trucks, locomotive, front end loaders, lawn mowers, bobcats, military unique items, etc.
* Clean driving record, free of convictions for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol or for felonies involving motor vehicle use.
* Understanding of driving laws and regulations.

REQUIREMENTS:

* High School Diploma or equivalent
* Valid State Driver's License
* Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL Class A) and/or others licenses as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

* Three (3)+ years of relevant experience
* Clean driving record, free of convictions for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol or for felonies involving motor vehicle use.
* Excellent attention to detail
* Excellent verbal and written communication
* Able to understand, speak, read, and write the English language.

Working Conditions/Working Environment/Physical Demands

* Light groundskeeping and housekeeping around facilities/work area.
* Some walking and standing required. You may have to lift and carry equipment (i.e. books, tools) weighing approximately 10-15 pounds.
* Ability to safely work in various weather conditions.
* Work in the occupation involves making repetitive motions more than 1/3 of the time
* Requires standing for long periods of time.
* Must be able to stand, stoop, kneel and bend

Advancia Government Services is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.