What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Truck Driver position at Snohomish County?
JOB
Regular Positions and Eligibility RegisterBring your CDL and join our Solid Waste team as a Heavy Truck Driver!If you’re a licensed CDL Driver looking to advance your career with a public agency, Snohomish County Solid Waste offers professional driving opportunities that allow you to do what you love every day and still be home every night. Drive local in Snohomish County, no overnight travel required!As a Heavy Truck Driver, you will be responsible for safely transporting solid waste or recyclables and performing routine maintenance. This work is performed at our modern Solid Waste facilities, and you will be provided with everything you need including well maintained and regularly serviced trucks with access to on road support services.Requirements: Class A CDL with medical cardTwo years’ experience operating a tractor-trailer or truck-trailer combination.This job posting is to fill three (3) Heavy Truck Driver positions position and to create an eligibility register to fill future Heavy Truck Driver positions for the next six (6) months.SELECTION PROCESS: Apply today! All correspondence to the applicant is by email.Complete and submit an on-line application before the closing date to be considered. Provide detailed and complete responses to the supplemental essay questions at the end of the application. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will advance to the next step of the screening process.A panel of subject matter experts will review and score candidates’ responses to the supplemental essay questions to determine who will advance to the next step of the process. Top scoring candidates will be invited to participate in an interview session. Following the interview sessions, professional reference checks will be conducted on the top scoring applicant. Please provide three (3) current professional references on your application.A conditional job offer will be extended, contingent on satisfactory results of: A Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Screening.A full driver’s license abstract record from Washington State Department of Licensing.A criminal background check.Over the Road Drive Test: 4-hour process. Join Snohomish County Public Works and enjoy these perks: Contribute to shaping one of Washington’s fastest growing counties Join an award-winning organization well known for excellence and commitment to high-quality public service Advancement opportunitiesEmployee development and training opportunitiesExcellent medical, dental, and other benefits Earn a Pension! Start vesting for a Washington Department of Retirement System (DRS) PERS pensionSecurity, stability, and a lifelong career!About the Solid Waste Division The Solid Waste Division oversees the disposal of garbage, hazardous materials, and recycling throughout Snohomish County. With three full-service facilities and an additional four neighborhood and special items facilities, the Division is focused on: Reducing overall waste from Snohomish CountyPromoting and emphasizing the reuse of items and recyclingHandling household hazardous wasteProviding garbage and recycling facilities for County residentsTransferring garbage to a landfill and partnering with private vendors to handle recycled itemsTo learn more about the Solid Waste Division please visit: Solid Waste. About Snohomish County Public Works Department Snohomish County Public Works is responsible for more than 1,650 miles of county roads, 201 bridges and 202 traffic control signals, as well as processing nearly 600,000 tons of garbage per year. Its mission is to focus on safety and mobility while practicing fiscal responsibility and preserving the environment. Public Works has won numerous state and national honors for its work and is the largest department within Snohomish County government with approximately 500 employees plus seasonal staff. Its main office is located at 3000 Rockefeller Ave., Everett, WA 98201. Visit www.snohomishcountywa.gov/PublicWorks for more information about Snohomish County Public Works.When joining Public Works, you will work in an environment where innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement is highly encouraged and supported. We strive to not only provide a meaningful job, but a lifelong career at Snohomish County.Benefits Snohomish County is a great place to live, work, play, and raise a family and will be invested in your success and growth. We are proud to offer an outstanding benefit package to employees and their dependents. We offer competitive wages; job flexibility and stability; pension opportunities; and employer paid ORCA cards. Snohomish County will be invested in your success and growth and offers the following benefits to our employees. Your salary is only part of your Total Compensation Package: Retirement: County employees participate in the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) administered by the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Medical benefits: The County offers a choice of three comprehensive medical insurance plans with low deductibles. The county’s contribution to this benefit is significant. Flexible work schedules for some positions. Career development training Sick leave: You will accrue 8 hours of sick leave per month. Vacation Leave: You will start out accruing 8 hours of vacation leave per month totaling 2.4 weeks of vacation in your first year. Your leave accruals increase based on your years of employment with the County. Holiday Pay: The County observes 11 paid legal holidays per year and provides employees with two floating holidays annually. Benefits: The County offers a wide range of benefits including, medical, and dental, vision, life insurance, LTD, deferred compensation and more. Deferred Compensation: If you choose to participate in the Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP), the County will match your contributions up to 1 percent of your base monthly salary. Pay Increases: Each year you will be eligible for a step increase until you reach the top step.Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA): Effective January 1, 2026, all five (5) step salary tables shall have a sixth (6th) step added to the top of each pay grade. Employees who have been at step 5 for a full year shall be placed at step 6 effective January 1, 2026. About Snohomish County Snohomish County, north of Seattle, is located in northwest Washington between the Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountains. The county has rich scenery, numerous activities and a thriving economy. Snohomish County is a great place to live, work, play, and raise a family.Snohomish County - The Future We Choose - videoFor information about this job opportunity and posting, please email: SPW-Recruitment.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
BASIC FUNCTIONOperates a tractor-trailer or a truck-trailer combination.STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Drives a tractor-trailer or a truck-trailer combination to efficiently and safely transport solid waste or recyclables.Ensures positive engagement between the tractor or truck and the trailer; inspects rig before driving to ensure all equipment and accessories, including transport containers, are in good working condition and can be driven safely on roadway without endangering self or others.Safely and efficiently maneuvers truck/trailer in tight quarters around customers, other equipment, along retaining walls, and into top loading and compactor receiving tunnels/bays.Performs routine maintenance on assigned vehicle by checking fluid levels and lubricating equipment as necessary; maintains vehicle mileage, daily inspection reports, service records, and other paperwork, as required.Coordinates with Transfer Station Operators to efficiently and effectively schedule service where and when needed, including but not limited to ensuring an adequate number of empty containers are delivered and available at each site as needed.Communicates with supervisors and other division staff and is pro-active to identify and resolve operational related problems.STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIESMay perform Laborer type duties when not engaged in operating assigned equipment.May drive a tractor-tanker combination to haul leachate as assigned.May drive a truck with or without equipment trailer combination to haul heavy equipment and/or other materials, as assigned.Performs related duties to optimize recycling and support Solid Waste operations as required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIESKnowledge of: federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing the safe operation of a truck-trailer or tractor-trailer combinationthe operation of trucks, truck-trailer and tractor-trailer combinationsroutine maintenance and troubleshooting procedures relevant to trucks, truck-trailer and tractor-trailer combinationssafety rules and regulations, and potential hazards associated with the work Ability to: operate assigned vehicle in a professional, courteous, skillful and safe manner in all types of traffic and weather conditionsestablish an maintain effective work relationships with co-workers and superiorsremain composed and professional in stressful situationscommunicate with supervisors and other division staff and is pro-active to identify and resolve operational related problemsthoroughly inspect assigned vehicle, trailer, and containers prior to operation to ensure all equipment and accessories are in proper operating conditionperform routine maintenance and minor repairs on assigned vehiclework cooperatively with other employeesread, understand, and enforce safety rules and regulationslearn First Aid/CPR methods and proceduresunderstand and follow oral and written directionsmaintain accurate paperwork as requiredmaintain driving record within county standardsdeal courteously and tactfully with general publicSUPERVISIONEmployees report to a Transfer Station Operator and/or Operations Supervisor, as assigned. The work is routine and recurring in nature and is performed under minimum supervision. Specific instructions are given for unusual or non-routine tasks. The employee is responsible for the safe operation of his or her assigned vehicle. WORKING CONDITIONSThe work is performed outdoors and employees may be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime as necessary. The employee must be able to change work locations with little to no prior notice. Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request. EEO policy and ADA notice
Regular Positions and Eligibility RegisterBring your CDL and join our Solid Waste team as a Heavy Truck Driver!If you’re a licensed CDL Driver looking to advance your career with a public agency, Snohomish County Solid Waste offers professional driving opportunities that allow you to do what you love every day and still be home every night. Drive local in Snohomish County, no overnight travel required!As a Heavy Truck Driver, you will be responsible for safely transporting solid waste or recyclables and performing routine maintenance. This work is performed at our modern Solid Waste facilities, and you will be provided with everything you need including well maintained and regularly serviced trucks with access to on road support services.Requirements: Class A CDL with medical cardTwo years’ experience operating a tractor-trailer or truck-trailer combination.This job posting is to fill three (3) Heavy Truck Driver positions position and to create an eligibility register to fill future Heavy Truck Driver positions for the next six (6) months.SELECTION PROCESS: Apply today! All correspondence to the applicant is by email.Complete and submit an on-line application before the closing date to be considered. Provide detailed and complete responses to the supplemental essay questions at the end of the application. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will advance to the next step of the screening process.A panel of subject matter experts will review and score candidates’ responses to the supplemental essay questions to determine who will advance to the next step of the process. Top scoring candidates will be invited to participate in an interview session. Following the interview sessions, professional reference checks will be conducted on the top scoring applicant. Please provide three (3) current professional references on your application.A conditional job offer will be extended, contingent on satisfactory results of: A Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Screening.A full driver’s license abstract record from Washington State Department of Licensing.A criminal background check.Over the Road Drive Test: 4-hour process. Join Snohomish County Public Works and enjoy these perks: Contribute to shaping one of Washington’s fastest growing counties Join an award-winning organization well known for excellence and commitment to high-quality public service Advancement opportunitiesEmployee development and training opportunitiesExcellent medical, dental, and other benefits Earn a Pension! Start vesting for a Washington Department of Retirement System (DRS) PERS pensionSecurity, stability, and a lifelong career!About the Solid Waste Division The Solid Waste Division oversees the disposal of garbage, hazardous materials, and recycling throughout Snohomish County. With three full-service facilities and an additional four neighborhood and special items facilities, the Division is focused on: Reducing overall waste from Snohomish CountyPromoting and emphasizing the reuse of items and recyclingHandling household hazardous wasteProviding garbage and recycling facilities for County residentsTransferring garbage to a landfill and partnering with private vendors to handle recycled itemsTo learn more about the Solid Waste Division please visit: Solid Waste. About Snohomish County Public Works Department Snohomish County Public Works is responsible for more than 1,650 miles of county roads, 201 bridges and 202 traffic control signals, as well as processing nearly 600,000 tons of garbage per year. Its mission is to focus on safety and mobility while practicing fiscal responsibility and preserving the environment. Public Works has won numerous state and national honors for its work and is the largest department within Snohomish County government with approximately 500 employees plus seasonal staff. Its main office is located at 3000 Rockefeller Ave., Everett, WA 98201. Visit www.snohomishcountywa.gov/PublicWorks for more information about Snohomish County Public Works.When joining Public Works, you will work in an environment where innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement is highly encouraged and supported. We strive to not only provide a meaningful job, but a lifelong career at Snohomish County.Benefits Snohomish County is a great place to live, work, play, and raise a family and will be invested in your success and growth. We are proud to offer an outstanding benefit package to employees and their dependents. We offer competitive wages; job flexibility and stability; pension opportunities; and employer paid ORCA cards. Snohomish County will be invested in your success and growth and offers the following benefits to our employees. Your salary is only part of your Total Compensation Package: Retirement: County employees participate in the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) administered by the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Medical benefits: The County offers a choice of three comprehensive medical insurance plans with low deductibles. The county’s contribution to this benefit is significant. Flexible work schedules for some positions. Career development training Sick leave: You will accrue 8 hours of sick leave per month. Vacation Leave: You will start out accruing 8 hours of vacation leave per month totaling 2.4 weeks of vacation in your first year. Your leave accruals increase based on your years of employment with the County. Holiday Pay: The County observes 11 paid legal holidays per year and provides employees with two floating holidays annually. Benefits: The County offers a wide range of benefits including, medical, and dental, vision, life insurance, LTD, deferred compensation and more. Deferred Compensation: If you choose to participate in the Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP), the County will match your contributions up to 1 percent of your base monthly salary. Pay Increases: Each year you will be eligible for a step increase until you reach the top step.Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA): Effective January 1, 2026, all five (5) step salary tables shall have a sixth (6th) step added to the top of each pay grade. Employees who have been at step 5 for a full year shall be placed at step 6 effective January 1, 2026. About Snohomish County Snohomish County, north of Seattle, is located in northwest Washington between the Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountains. The county has rich scenery, numerous activities and a thriving economy. Snohomish County is a great place to live, work, play, and raise a family.Snohomish County - The Future We Choose - videoFor information about this job opportunity and posting, please email: SPW-Recruitment.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
BASIC FUNCTIONOperates a tractor-trailer or a truck-trailer combination.STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Drives a tractor-trailer or a truck-trailer combination to efficiently and safely transport solid waste or recyclables.Ensures positive engagement between the tractor or truck and the trailer; inspects rig before driving to ensure all equipment and accessories, including transport containers, are in good working condition and can be driven safely on roadway without endangering self or others.Safely and efficiently maneuvers truck/trailer in tight quarters around customers, other equipment, along retaining walls, and into top loading and compactor receiving tunnels/bays.Performs routine maintenance on assigned vehicle by checking fluid levels and lubricating equipment as necessary; maintains vehicle mileage, daily inspection reports, service records, and other paperwork, as required.Coordinates with Transfer Station Operators to efficiently and effectively schedule service where and when needed, including but not limited to ensuring an adequate number of empty containers are delivered and available at each site as needed.Communicates with supervisors and other division staff and is pro-active to identify and resolve operational related problems.STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIESMay perform Laborer type duties when not engaged in operating assigned equipment.May drive a tractor-tanker combination to haul leachate as assigned.May drive a truck with or without equipment trailer combination to haul heavy equipment and/or other materials, as assigned.Performs related duties to optimize recycling and support Solid Waste operations as required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIESKnowledge of: federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing the safe operation of a truck-trailer or tractor-trailer combinationthe operation of trucks, truck-trailer and tractor-trailer combinationsroutine maintenance and troubleshooting procedures relevant to trucks, truck-trailer and tractor-trailer combinationssafety rules and regulations, and potential hazards associated with the work Ability to: operate assigned vehicle in a professional, courteous, skillful and safe manner in all types of traffic and weather conditionsestablish an maintain effective work relationships with co-workers and superiorsremain composed and professional in stressful situationscommunicate with supervisors and other division staff and is pro-active to identify and resolve operational related problemsthoroughly inspect assigned vehicle, trailer, and containers prior to operation to ensure all equipment and accessories are in proper operating conditionperform routine maintenance and minor repairs on assigned vehiclework cooperatively with other employeesread, understand, and enforce safety rules and regulationslearn First Aid/CPR methods and proceduresunderstand and follow oral and written directionsmaintain accurate paperwork as requiredmaintain driving record within county standardsdeal courteously and tactfully with general publicSUPERVISIONEmployees report to a Transfer Station Operator and/or Operations Supervisor, as assigned. The work is routine and recurring in nature and is performed under minimum supervision. Specific instructions are given for unusual or non-routine tasks. The employee is responsible for the safe operation of his or her assigned vehicle. WORKING CONDITIONSThe work is performed outdoors and employees may be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime as necessary. The employee must be able to change work locations with little to no prior notice. Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request. EEO policy and ADA notice
