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Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago

Fill-In Light Truck Driver - Base Post Office

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A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.

$46,870 / year median in Illinois

-20% projected decline

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Job Description

The Light Truck Driver is responsible for driving a truck within a city of industrial area to transport materials, merchandise, and or equipment between various types of establishments. Position is also, responsible for the safe, timely, and efficient transport of merchandise at Naval Station Great Lakes.
RESPONSIBILITY LEVEL
This individual drives a truck within a city of industrial area to transport materials, merchandise, and or equipment between various types of establishments. Position is also, responsible for the safe, timely, and efficient transport of merchandise at Naval Station Great Lakes. There are established pick up points between facilities in a straight truck, under 1 1/2 tons, usually four (4) wheels. In addition, the individual is responsible for completing all required paperwork efficiently and neatly.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES
1. Sort and prepare mail for delivery to TSC, NAVSTA and RTC. 2. Load and offload mail for delivery. 3. Drive between facilities and all established pick up points as determined by the contracted route. 4. Establish/maintain positive working relations with Goodwill staff. 5. Clean interior and exterior of vehicle at the end of each shift. Make cursory check of vehicle cleanliness throughout shift. 6. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
1. One year of successful driving experience preferred. 2. Holds a minimum of Interim Secret Clearance 3. Valid Driver License 4. Driving record acceptable to insurance carrier
CORE COMPETENCIES
1. Proven, safe driving record 2. High level of professionalism 3. Able to establish/maintain positive working relationships 4. Ability to work under stress, in fast paced environment 5. Ensure vehicle is fueled at the end of shift. 6. Complete required DOT pre/post trip inspection of vehicle and paperwork of inspection
PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS
1. Able to sit for long periods of time 2. Ability to recognize colors (i.e. signs, stoplights, etc.) 3. Work involves exposure to the elements indoor and outdoor. 4. Extensive physical activity.
Requires physical work:
heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds. (GWINT) (SEW)(NSGL) The pay rate for this position is $26.72. In addition to compensation, we offer a benefit program to full-time and part-time employees which includes medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, sick pay, vacation and holiday pay. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.