About this Truck Driver role at Hinds County Government
Summary
This work involves operation of large trucks with tandem axles. The incumbent is responsible for safe operation of vehicles. Materials hauled include gravel, dirt, or asphalt. Operation of the vehicle must be within accordance to state traffic laws. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that preventive and repair maintenance is conducted on the equipment through notification of the employee's supervisor. The incumbent carries out these duties in a manner that does not require continuous and direct supervision by the immediate supervisor.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
The following are examples of work performed for positions in this job class and are not intended to reflect the essential functions of any one position. The essential functions of each individual position are determined and maintained by each individual department.
Hauls gravel from gravel pit to work site.
Picks up asphalt at plants and delivers to work sites.
Hauls dirt from work sites to dumping location.
Inspects equipment for proper operating conditions.
Informs supervisor when routine maintenance or repair is required.
Performs inspections on equipment to insure proper operating conditions.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High school diploma/GED required
Class A (commercial) driver’s license in good standing
No serious tickets or accidents in last 5 years
No DWI/DUI in last 10 years
2+ years’ commercial driving experience driving a tandem axle truck
Pre-Employment Drug/Alcohol Testing Required
Terms of Employment
This is a non-exempt position.
This is an At-Will employment position
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is the policy of Hinds County to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Hinds County prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.
The statements contained herein describe the scope of responsibility and essential functions of this position but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts Hinds County’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by law.
