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Truck Driver
Des Moines, Iowa United States City of Des Moines, Iowa Full Time $30.19 - $31.46 Hourly May 17, 2025
Employer:
City of Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines is the capital city and is the commercial, financial, transportation, and governmental hub of Iowa. Extending over 80 square miles, Des Moines is home to over 212,000 people and the central city of a metropolitan area of approximately 634,000. Des Moines is a vibrant city, intersected by the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers. Des Moines is a city with many cultural amenities, ease of commuting, Iowa State government, three higher education institutions, good schools, ample shopping, affordable housing, fine dining, great health care, and a stable high-performing local government. It also is the home of the Iowa State Fair and is the host to countless conventions, trade shows, and sporting and entertainment events each year.
Job Description
Distinguishing Features of the Class
Under general supervision, to operate heavy trucks and related equipment; to assist in loading and unloading trucks; to perform related construction and maintenance work; and to do related work as required. This class differs from Equipment Operators in the type of equipment used. Truck Drivers operate various types of heavy trucks for a major portion of the time. Equipment used by truck drivers includes dump trucks, refuse collection trucks and equipment of comparable difficulty.
Acceptable Experience and Training- Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and
- One (1) year of experience in the operation of various types of trucks.
Required Special Qualifications- Possession of a valid Iowa Class A CDL with tank endorsement and allowing the operation of tractor trailers and vehicles with airbrakes.
- Candidates for positions in this class must pass a pre-employment background check, physical examination and drug screen.
Please Note: If possess an out-of-state Driver's License, you are required to submit certified driving records. These records must be submitted to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department by the application deadline. You may submit them electronically to humanresources@dmgov.org, by fax to 515-237-1680, or by mail to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317 by the application deadline date.
Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)- Operates truck to haul and dump materials, supplies and refuse;
- May operate tank trucks to haul water or sprinkle streets;
- Spreads gravel, salt, sand, oil and other materials used on roads;
- Collects and transports supplies and personnel according to instructions;
- Drives truck with snow plow attachments; may operate other equipment of a comparable nature as necessary;
- Patches roads, cleans culverts, trims brush and performs other routine manual tasks;
- Performs minor servicing and maintenance on assigned equipment;
- Maintains accurate records of mileage and maintenance;
- Reports any mechanical issues or maintenance needs to the appropriate personnel;
- Performs related work as required.
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Closing Date/Time: 6/4/2025 4:00 PM CentralPlease mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com job board.
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