Truck Driver

at Clearwater County Road Department in Orofino, Idaho, United States

Job Description

Class Summary/Primary Function

CLASS SPECIFICATION

The principal function of an employee in this class is to skillfully operate a semi-tractor and trailer safely on public highways and to ensure the safety of the general public. The Truck Driver primarily operates a 3-axle truck and trailer but may be assigned other related work in the department or maintenance. The work is performed under the direct supervision of the Road & Bridge Supervisor with some latitude for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative in completing work assignments. The principal duties of this class are performed in an outdoor environment and may include working in adverse weather conditions and hazards involving the use of heavy equipment and power tools and working in moving traffic areas.

• Operates heavy equipment including, but not limited to public highway tractors, trailers, loaders, trucks, backhoes, general vehicles and maintenance equipment.
• Operates a variety of hand tools and power tools, including but not limited to, sledgehammers, picks, air compressors, welders, chainsaws, air hammers, jacks, and related
• Hauls road material to areas that need repair and operate snowplow for snow removal in the winter.
• To assist with loading and unloading procedures of tractor and
• To assist with other duties related to the Road & Bridge operations as
• Performs basic preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment and maintains communication with service depa1tment.
• Adheres to policies and procedures relating to Road & Bridge Department and to protect the safety, health, and welfare of the public.
• Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.
• Interacts with County employees and the general public effectively and
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures and safety practices.
• Performs other related duties as

• On call after regular hours to respond to emergency situations as
• On call during winter months for snow
• May perform assigned tasks at mechanic
• Performs other related duties as required

• Methods, materials, procedures, and standard practices of truck driving, inspections of tractor and trailer, snow removal, sanding, de-icing, road sign placement, and
• Equipment and tool operation and maintenance
• Traffic control and flagging procedures and
• Federal regulations and County policies regarding safe work practices relating to use of heavy equipment, power tools, and trench and confined workplace safety.

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in
• Maintain effective working relationships with other County employees, contractors, state and local elected officials and the public.
• Perform multiple tasks simultaneously, including handling interruptions, and return to and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Develop creative and effective resolutions to simple and complex
• Work independently and handle a variety of public interactions or situations with tact and
• Read and adhere to all DOT regulations relating to truck
• Read and adhere to Federal regulations and County policies regarding safe work
• Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures and safety practices.

• High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of tractor/trailer
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the

• Class A CDL with T (Tanker) endorsement - two years experience
• Idaho driver's license

An employee in this class should have sufficient physical and mental capability, with or without reasonable accommodation to:

• Communicate effectively in person and comprehend written and oral
• Safely operate motor vehicles, including heavy equipment, and operate a variety of power and hand tools and adjust equipment.
• Perform heavy manual labor, lift and carry objects up to so and occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing more than so lbs. with assistance.
• Perform essential job functions that may require bending, stooping, kneeling, stretching, and other physical exertions in an outdoor environment, including extremes of heat and