Truck Driver - Tractor Trailer jobs in District of Columbia

Position Details:

Location: Washington, D.C. (Naval Research Laboratory)

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-time, Day Shift

Compensation: $29.76-$29.76/hr.

Benefits: Skookum is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Full-Time benefits of a Tractor Trailer Driver at Skookum include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Health and Welfare Benefit ($4.23 per hour worked)

• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care

• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave

• Potential shared earning bonus

• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents

• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities

• Verizon wireless discount

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Skookum is seeking an experienced and reliable Tractor Trailer Driver with a professional attitude.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Operate tractors, semi-trailers, full trailers, trucks with dolly converters, and full trailers more than 24,000 lbs. GWVR.

• All services for heavy trucking involving equipment/material movement off-station shall be done in accordance with NRLINST 4600.1H.

• Transport heavy construction equipment as well as overweight and oversized loads.

• Provides medium trucking service for vehicles less than 24,000 lbs.

• Performs cargo delivery as assigned.

• Performs preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and ensures equipment is fully operational.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in the Vehicle Operation field; Equivalent combination of experience and education is permitted.

• Must have effective oral and written communication skills.

• Excellent customer service skills.

Physical Requirements:

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Requirements:

• Valid CDL-A with passenger endorsement is required. Must be able to obtain and maintain coverage by Skookum's insurance company. Ability to operate manual transmission vehicles is required.

• Candidate must meet federal guidelines to be considered for this position - Department of Transportation (DOT) pre-employment drug screening, medical examination certification, and cleared query with the FMCSA Clearinghouse is required.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances as background checks will be conducted for this position.

• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid US Government Motor Vehicle Operator's Identification Card.

Position Requirements:

• A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A is required. Must be able to obtain and maintain coverage by Skookum's insurance company.

• Candidate must meet federal guidelines to be considered for this position - Department of Transportation (DOT) pre-employment drug screen, medical examination certification, and cleared query with the FMCSA Clearinghouse is required

Full-Time benefits at Skookum include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care

• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave

• Potential shared earning bonus

• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents

• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities

• Verizon wireless discount

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

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Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Skookum is here to help you with the recruitment process.

If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at

(360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or email.

Skookum is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Skookum participates in E-Verify