Truck Driver 1 (On-Call) / Pool

Truck Driver 1/ on-call (POOL)

Shift will be determined upon hire

Union Represented: WFSE

These positions are Non-Permanent, on-call.

This recruitment will be used to establish an agency applicant pool through June 27th, 2024 to fill vacant on-call positions as they occur.

About this Position

In this position, you will be responsible for pickup and delivery of mail between state agencies, operating light to medium duty commercial class vehicles rated 2,000 GVW to 25,000 GVW. Regular and timely attendance is essential for this position as well as providing outstanding customer service. You will regularly and repeatedly lift/move/transfer mail trays, tubs and packages weighing up to 75 lbs. and load and unload GPC's with an average weight 1,000lbs, on and off trucks via dock lift or truck lift gate.

Your contact with internal and external customers is frequent and you must display courteous interpersonal skills. It is of the upmost importance that all communication is done with a positive attitude and in a professional manner.  You will be expected to answer questions about services and provide accurate information.  Interactions must be timely in order not to disturb the customers workflow.  If you like driving, then consider applying today to join the Business Resources Division (BRD) within the Department of Enterprise Services (DES)!

About the Division

The Business Resources Division within DES provides a number of services to state agencies, local governments, and non-profit organizations. Services provided by the division include Print and Mail Services, Fleet Operations, and Surplus Operations.

DES provides centralized leadership in efficiently and cost-effectively managing resources necessary to support the delivery of state government services. The mission of DES is to implement a world-class, customer-focused organization that provides valued products and services to government and state residents.

You should consider joining the Department of Enterprise Services because we have great employee benefits, and depending on your position, we offer flexible work schedules! Bonuses, benefits, and/or additional pay may be available based on recruitment, retention, and negotiations pertaining to union bargaining agreements and non-represented positions. Our agency is also a second chance employer! We truly support a work-life balance! 

• A great total compensation and benefits package; 

• Paid Vacation, Leave, and Holidays; 

• A healthy work/life balance, which may include flexible work schedules, teleworking, and an Infants in the Workplace Program; 

• An agency-wide commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and respect, and leaders who encourage all employees to bring their authentic selves to work; 

• Access to several state business resource groups including the Rainbow Alliance and Inclusion Network (RAIN); Veteran Employee Resource Group (VERG); Latino Leadership Network (LLN); Blacks United in Leadership and Diversity (BUILD); Disability Inclusion Network (DIN); Washington Immigrant Network (WIN); and Hawaiians, Asians, and Pacific Islanders Promoting an Empowerment Network (HAPPEN); 

• Supported growth and development opportunities; and

• Opportunities to serve your community through meaningful work.

Who we are

The Department of Enterprise Services provides centralized business services to state government agencies; to other public entities such as cities, counties and tribes; and to Washington residents. DES' mission is to strengthen the business of government for a sustainable and just future. Learn more about DES.Some of what you will be doing

Additional duties include but are not limited to:

• Regularly/repeatedly lifting mail trays, tubs and/or packages weighing up to 75 lbs.

• Loading and unloading GPC's. Average weight 1,000 lbs. On and off trucks via dock lift/truck lift gate

• Timely and accurately maintain established route schedule, while providing exceptional customer service

• Maintain chain of custody of all mail as required

• Provide necessary security to safeguard all mail

• Classify, sort, and segregate mail

• Operate hand trucks, forklifts; pallet jacks dock lifts and handheld tracking devices (Perform minor repairs as necessary)

• Teamwork to load, unload, and properly dispatch mail

• Daily safety inspection of assigned vehicle. Report any safety concerns promptly

• Maintain a clean, uncluttered vehicle

• Maintain proper fluid levels: fuel, oil, coolant etc.

• Perform minor repairs as necessary

• Fill out vehicle service requests for vehicle maintenance issues

• Fill out accident reports (as needed) for any accident, major or minor

• Daily mileage logs, billing forms, and timesheets

• Misc. forms (delivery manifest, packing slips, etc.)

Required Qualification

• High school diploma or GED

• At least 18 years of age

• Demonstrated ability to read and write

• Valid unrestricted driver's license

• ONLY if selected for hire, you must provide a current copy of your Driver's Abstract.  (Please note you will have a $15 fee)

• Able to work varying hours and shifts

• Many state facilities are fragrance free and personal hygiene must be maintained

• Able to read and write in English

• Must be able repeatedly and regularly lift/move/transfer items weighing up to 75 pounds

AND

Incumbents to this position must possess and demonstrate the following DEI competencies:

• Able to learn and understand the language and concepts of our DES DEI culture and commit to being a part of creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, respectful and inclusive workplace.

• Demonstrate a commitment to growth, learning and self-awareness when provided training and opportunities to participate in improving our work environment.

• Participate and behave in a manner that creates trust and builds working relationships, promoting teamwork and collaboration in the work environment.

• Demonstrate the understanding that all people are valued; contribute to an equitable, inclusive and respectful environment when working with members of the group, team, organization or community.

• Commit to being an active participant in continually evaluating and improving strategies that promote equity and inclusion in our organization.

Desired Qualification

• Possess at least six (6) months of customer service experience

Work Conditions

Travel is required: varies from 5 to 250 miles per day.

Shift Schedule:  Monday - Friday 3:00am-6:00pm with 5-8 shifts and 4-10 shifts.

Work Setting: The majority of work is performed getting in and out of vehicles of varying sizes, delivering mail to various locations within tight timelines. Traffic delays, mechanical problems and breakdowns, inclement weather, and physical demands of loading and unloading heavy items are to be expected. Some work is performed in a warehouse/mail processing environment.  You must be willing and able to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods in noisy conditions without loss of concentration.

Conditions of Employment

Union Inclusion: This position is included in a bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).

Background Check Notice:  Prior to any new appointment into the Department of Enterprise Services, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.  

Please provide the following documents in order to be considered; failure to do so may result in you not being considered for the position: 

• A current list of at least three (3) professional work references with current contact information (attached or available to provide at the time of interview)

Opportunity for all

The Department of Enterprise Services celebrates our differences and we are committed to a workplace that supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, marital status, families with children (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, status as a protected veteran, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as an individual with the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with disabilities or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws.

You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our organization.

Contact Information

For questions about this recruitment or to request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Rachel Vaughan at rachel.vaughan@des.wa.gov or jobs@des.wa.gov. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

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