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Missouri Department of Corrections

Transport Driver - FCC

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What they do

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.

$41,672 / year median in Missouri

-4% projected decline

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Job Description

Schedule:
T-S:
11:00 AM
  • 7:30 PM Responsibilities
  • What you'll do Responsibilities
  • What you'll do Operate a large tractor trailer rig to pick up and/or deliver vocational enterprises products or other materials/supplies to various locations within the State of Missouri Loads, unloads, and performs necessary handling operations in connection with products being transported / Ability to lift, move, and stack heavy objects / Ensure freight is handled professionally and delivered to the appropriate location Maintain appropriate logs, mileage tracing, duel consumption, and other paperwork as required Maintains truck and equipment by checking oil, tires, safety equipment, trailer connection, etc.
/ ensure problems are reported to the appropriate staff in writing to ensure repairs are completed Takes photos, prepares memos, or has conversations with customers (if available) regarding any issue that may arise on the route / Supervision of an offender worker who will accompany the driver to several area hospitals for pick-up and delivery of laundry / Performs work independently within established guidelines / Receives general administration direction Must operate state vehicles in a safe, courteous manner and abide by all posted speed limit and traffic control regulations / Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others / Ability to carry out instructions Qualifications
  • All you need for success
Minimum Qualifications:
Requires a Class A CDL license One or more years of experience in the operation of a tractor trailer; AND possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency; AND a Class A commercial driver's license All requested documents MUST be received by the closing date listed. Job Details
  • More reasons to love this position Contingent upon your position, you may also be eligible to receive: A $2.
00 per hour shift differential if you are assigned to a shift that begins on or between 12:00pm (noon) and 5:00am and are employed at a 24/7 congregate care facility (i.e. institution, transition center, supervision center, or command center). A $1.00 per hour restrictive housing differential if you are assigned a regular post within a restrict housing/segregation unit at any facility. The Department of Corrections currently offers a guaranteed 1% pay increase for every two years of continuous service up to 20 years! If you are transferring from another State of Missouri agency and are receiving state retention pay, please be advised that the Missouri Department of Corrections administers retention based upon your retention anniversary date. As a result, your retention pay upon transfer may differ from what you were receiving at your previous agency until you reach your applicable retention anniversary date. The Missouri Department of Corrections is proud to have a tradition of promotion from within for employees looking for and seeking distinctive career paths. As you work for the department, we invite you to consider your goals and make choices to actively head toward them. We seek to recognize employees who serve with distinction.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$47,981.28 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Professional Development
  • Other Retirement and Savings
  • Health and Wellness Programs