Tandem Tractor Trailer Operator Position Available In Dutchess, New York

Tandem Tractor Trailer Operator Corrections and Community Supervision, Department of Stormville, NY 12582 The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description As a Tandem Tractor Trailer Operator, you would: drive assigned tractor trailer to designated location by designates routes to deliver and/or pick up shipments in a variety of goods; oversee the loading and unloading of goods at designated spots according to written instructions and to ensure balanced distribution of load; adjust load to meet prescribed wheel/axel load limits; assist laborer, stores clerical, and inmate workers in loading and unloading goods and, in some cases, setting up and assembling goods; check goods loaded and unloaded against shipping documents or have receiving agents sign documents; hitch trailer to tractor, second trailer to dolly in case of tandem load, and connect hoses and lines for braking and lighting systems. Also responsible for maintenance of trucks. The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Must possess and maintain a valid license to operate a Class A motor vehicle in New York State, and meet requirements of the New York State Thruway Authority for tandem trailer operation (see below note). Appointee’s will also be required to obtain and maintain any driver’s license endorsements required under the New York State Department of Transportation’s regulations for the transportation of specific types of products in course of normal duties.

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Candidates must meet the following requirements: 1. Possess a current commercial driver license with appropriate endorsement(s) for operation of doubles/triples and air brakes. (If applicable, a tanker and/or hazardous materials endorsement is also necessary)2. Be 26 years of age or older, in good health and have a minimum of 5 years provable experience driving tractor trailer combinations.3. Passed and approved longer combination vehicle/tandem course. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.