City of Lynchburg, VA
Water Resources CDL Driver
City of Lynchburg, VA, Lynchburg, Virginia, us, 24513
Salary:
$20.00 - $26.67 Hourly
Location :
Lynchburg, VA
Job Type:
Full-time
Job Number:
03269
Department:
Water Resources
Opening Date:
08/28/2024
Closing Date:
10/9/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
The Water Resources Department Wastewater Treatment Plant is seeking a CDL Driver. Duties include performing difficult skilled work in the regular operation of a hook lift/roll off truck and tractor with dump trailer combination in the disposal of solids from the Lynchburg Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility. The Driver will also assist Plant Operators. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Shift supervisor. Work is performed in various weather conditions ranging from extreme heat to extreme cold.
This position requires driving in the local area and offers for employees at $26 monthly for medical, dental and vision. There are also retirement benefits with the Virginia Retirement System.
S
tarting pay is $20./hour.
The City of Lynchburg is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.Essential Duties
Operates a 5 or 6 axle, 75,000pound road tractor dump trailer combination while transporting and disposing of wastewater solids from the wastewater plant to the appropriate solid waste management facility;Operates a 3 or 4 axle 55,000pound hook lift/roll off truck on while transporting and disposing of wastewater solids from the wastewater plant to the appropriate solid waste management facility;Coordinates loads with solid waste management facility staff and WWTP staff to ensure loads reach solid waste management facility at appropriate times;Unloads WWTP solids from vehicle at solid waste management facility site at appropriate location, washes excess material from outside of truck (to prevent spillage on highway) and returns to WWTP;Spots, connects and disconnects trailers at the WWTP in appropriate location;Spots, connects and disconnects roll off canisters at the WWTP in appropriate location;Performs minor PM and maintenance on trucks, canisters and trailers such as light bulbs, lubrication of dogs, rollers etc.;Make necessary VDOT equipment checks;Keeps and maintenances records such as manifests, truck inspection DOT log etc. as required for function of job;Operates backhoe or similar equipment;Assists with snow removal at plant site;Services and makes minor repairs and adjustments on equipment;Cleans trucks and other equipment;Assists plant operations staff as requested;Collects and properly handles samples from loads;Operates WWTP equipment as required;Makes checks of plant equipment as required;Responds to emergency calls;Operates other equipment, forklift, front end loader, and dump trucks;Makes regular tours of plant and equipment to insure proper operation;Maintains logs of all pertinent operational events and chemicals used, and records readings from meters and instruments;Starts up, shuts down, regulates and/or adjusts motors, pumps, blowers, air compressors, valves, boilers, grinders and other apparatus to meet changing operating conditions;Collects samples of raw sewage, primary treatment effluent and grit;Removes grease from settling tanks, rakes bar screens and cleans and clears basins, troughs and other components;Measures sludge quantities in tanks;Makes minor or emergency repairs;Cleans and maintains plant spaces;Enters data into computer:Adjusts chemical feed rates;Fills chemical hoppers and handles hazardous chemicals;Operates sludge hauling equipment;May work in tanks and well as required, work is at times performed in confined spaces;Performs related tasks as required.ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declare a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.Minimum Education and Experience Required
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and considerable experience in the operation of heavy motorized equipment.
Additional Requirements
Must have approved access to a telephone.
Possession of a valid Virginia Class "A" commercial license.
Relevant background checks must be completed and approved including pre-employment drug and alcohol screening required.
Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment. May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position.
The City offers an array of benefits combined with direct salary/wages in order to establish a total compensation package that supports the City's goals of attracting, rewarding, and retaining employees who are both representatives of the community and are also able to deliver exceptional services.
Employees in full-time positions are eligible for the following benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision coverageRetirement through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS);the City's contribution is based on a rate determined bi-annually by the VRS Board and employees pay 5% of base pay (pre-tax) towards their VRS benefitLife insurance at no cost to the employeeOptional benefits such as 457 deferred compensation, Roth IRA, flexible spending accounts, etc.Eligibility for parental leave and tuition assistancePaid Time Off
Employees in hourly and part-time
positions
may be eligible for benefits depending on the position
Employees of the City of Lynchburg may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for federal student loans
Additional information about City benefits
can be found on our and in the
01
This position requires a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record history. I certify that I have read the DMV Record Release Notice, and give the City of Lynchburg permission to obtain my Virginia Driving Record.
YesNoI do not currently possess a Virginia Driver's License
02
If you answered in the above question that you currently possess a Virginia Driver's License, please provide your License Number.
03
(Current Out-of-State applicants and applicants who have had an Out-of-State Drivers License at any time in the last 3 years): I agree to provide, WITHIN 2 WEEKS OF MY APPLICATION, a copy of my driving record from that state where I am currently licensed or have been licensed within the past 3 years. I will contact Human Resources within 2 weeks if I am unable to obtain my out of state driving record in that time. I understand that my application may not be considered for this position until I submit my out of state driving record.You can email this information to human.resources@lynchburgva.gov, or fax to 434-845-4304 or mail this information to Human Resources, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg VA 24504. Include the name of the position for which you are applying. If you have a driving record less than 30 days old you can upload as an attachment to your application.
Agree to provide record within 2 weeks of application dateDo not agree (I understand I will no longer be considered for this position if I disagree.)Not applicable (I have not had an Out-of-State Driver's License during the past 3 years.
04
If you currently possess a CDL License, please identify the CDL class you possess.
05
This position requires you to operate a 6 axle, 75,000 pound Tractor with dump trailer combination, a 3 axle, 55,000 pound roll of (hook lift) dump truck, or other heavy equipment safely on State maintained highways while transporting solids from the Wastewater plant to appropriate landfills. Describe your experience in operating similar type of equipment.
06
This position requires you to be exposed to disagreeable and severe conditions, such as, weather conditions - (rain, snow, heat, cold), odor, dirt, and landfill etc. Describe your experience working similar environments.
07
This position requires you to support a 24/7 Wastewater Plant operations. You may be required to work different shifts, and holidays. Are you willing to work this schedule?
YesNo
Required Question
$20.00 - $26.67 Hourly
Location :
Lynchburg, VA
Job Type:
Full-time
Job Number:
03269
Department:
Water Resources
Opening Date:
08/28/2024
Closing Date:
10/9/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
The Water Resources Department Wastewater Treatment Plant is seeking a CDL Driver. Duties include performing difficult skilled work in the regular operation of a hook lift/roll off truck and tractor with dump trailer combination in the disposal of solids from the Lynchburg Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility. The Driver will also assist Plant Operators. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Shift supervisor. Work is performed in various weather conditions ranging from extreme heat to extreme cold.
This position requires driving in the local area and offers for employees at $26 monthly for medical, dental and vision. There are also retirement benefits with the Virginia Retirement System.
S
tarting pay is $20./hour.
The City of Lynchburg is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.Essential Duties
Operates a 5 or 6 axle, 75,000pound road tractor dump trailer combination while transporting and disposing of wastewater solids from the wastewater plant to the appropriate solid waste management facility;Operates a 3 or 4 axle 55,000pound hook lift/roll off truck on while transporting and disposing of wastewater solids from the wastewater plant to the appropriate solid waste management facility;Coordinates loads with solid waste management facility staff and WWTP staff to ensure loads reach solid waste management facility at appropriate times;Unloads WWTP solids from vehicle at solid waste management facility site at appropriate location, washes excess material from outside of truck (to prevent spillage on highway) and returns to WWTP;Spots, connects and disconnects trailers at the WWTP in appropriate location;Spots, connects and disconnects roll off canisters at the WWTP in appropriate location;Performs minor PM and maintenance on trucks, canisters and trailers such as light bulbs, lubrication of dogs, rollers etc.;Make necessary VDOT equipment checks;Keeps and maintenances records such as manifests, truck inspection DOT log etc. as required for function of job;Operates backhoe or similar equipment;Assists with snow removal at plant site;Services and makes minor repairs and adjustments on equipment;Cleans trucks and other equipment;Assists plant operations staff as requested;Collects and properly handles samples from loads;Operates WWTP equipment as required;Makes checks of plant equipment as required;Responds to emergency calls;Operates other equipment, forklift, front end loader, and dump trucks;Makes regular tours of plant and equipment to insure proper operation;Maintains logs of all pertinent operational events and chemicals used, and records readings from meters and instruments;Starts up, shuts down, regulates and/or adjusts motors, pumps, blowers, air compressors, valves, boilers, grinders and other apparatus to meet changing operating conditions;Collects samples of raw sewage, primary treatment effluent and grit;Removes grease from settling tanks, rakes bar screens and cleans and clears basins, troughs and other components;Measures sludge quantities in tanks;Makes minor or emergency repairs;Cleans and maintains plant spaces;Enters data into computer:Adjusts chemical feed rates;Fills chemical hoppers and handles hazardous chemicals;Operates sludge hauling equipment;May work in tanks and well as required, work is at times performed in confined spaces;Performs related tasks as required.ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declare a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.Minimum Education and Experience Required
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and considerable experience in the operation of heavy motorized equipment.
Additional Requirements
Must have approved access to a telephone.
Possession of a valid Virginia Class "A" commercial license.
Relevant background checks must be completed and approved including pre-employment drug and alcohol screening required.
Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment. May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position.
The City offers an array of benefits combined with direct salary/wages in order to establish a total compensation package that supports the City's goals of attracting, rewarding, and retaining employees who are both representatives of the community and are also able to deliver exceptional services.
Employees in full-time positions are eligible for the following benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision coverageRetirement through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS);the City's contribution is based on a rate determined bi-annually by the VRS Board and employees pay 5% of base pay (pre-tax) towards their VRS benefitLife insurance at no cost to the employeeOptional benefits such as 457 deferred compensation, Roth IRA, flexible spending accounts, etc.Eligibility for parental leave and tuition assistancePaid Time Off
Employees in hourly and part-time
positions
may be eligible for benefits depending on the position
Employees of the City of Lynchburg may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for federal student loans
Additional information about City benefits
can be found on our and in the
01
This position requires a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record history. I certify that I have read the DMV Record Release Notice, and give the City of Lynchburg permission to obtain my Virginia Driving Record.
YesNoI do not currently possess a Virginia Driver's License
02
If you answered in the above question that you currently possess a Virginia Driver's License, please provide your License Number.
03
(Current Out-of-State applicants and applicants who have had an Out-of-State Drivers License at any time in the last 3 years): I agree to provide, WITHIN 2 WEEKS OF MY APPLICATION, a copy of my driving record from that state where I am currently licensed or have been licensed within the past 3 years. I will contact Human Resources within 2 weeks if I am unable to obtain my out of state driving record in that time. I understand that my application may not be considered for this position until I submit my out of state driving record.You can email this information to human.resources@lynchburgva.gov, or fax to 434-845-4304 or mail this information to Human Resources, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg VA 24504. Include the name of the position for which you are applying. If you have a driving record less than 30 days old you can upload as an attachment to your application.
Agree to provide record within 2 weeks of application dateDo not agree (I understand I will no longer be considered for this position if I disagree.)Not applicable (I have not had an Out-of-State Driver's License during the past 3 years.
04
If you currently possess a CDL License, please identify the CDL class you possess.
05
This position requires you to operate a 6 axle, 75,000 pound Tractor with dump trailer combination, a 3 axle, 55,000 pound roll of (hook lift) dump truck, or other heavy equipment safely on State maintained highways while transporting solids from the Wastewater plant to appropriate landfills. Describe your experience in operating similar type of equipment.
06
This position requires you to be exposed to disagreeable and severe conditions, such as, weather conditions - (rain, snow, heat, cold), odor, dirt, and landfill etc. Describe your experience working similar environments.
07
This position requires you to support a 24/7 Wastewater Plant operations. You may be required to work different shifts, and holidays. Are you willing to work this schedule?
YesNo
Required Question