Driver, Heavy Motor Vehicle (B)

Driver, Heavy Motor Vehicle (B)

Location: Silverdale, Washington (Bangor)

Type: Non-Exempt

Compensation: $32.78-$32.78/hr

Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Full-Time benefits of a Driver, Heavy Motor Vehicle at Tessera include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• $11.41/hour Health and Welfare Benefit

• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care

• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave

• Potential shared earning bonus

• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents

• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities

• Verizon wireless discount

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Tessera is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Tessera is seeking a reliable Heavy Truck Driver to provide safe and efficient trucking services at Naval Base Kitsap (Bangor). This role includes operating tractors with semi-trailers, full trailers, trucks with dolly converters, and specialized vehicles such as fuel tankers. You will be responsible for transporting heavy equipment, oversized loads, and materials while maintaining safety and compliance.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Follow industrial safety guidelines, apply safety training and promote safe workplace culture at all times.

• Heavy trucking may consist of the operation of tractors and semi-trailers, tractors and full trailers, trucks with dolly converters, fuel tankers, and full trailers. Included is the transportation of heavy construction equipment and transporting of overweight and oversized loads.

• The Tractor trailer Driver will also provide medium trucking service; such trucking shall be for trucks less than 24,000 lbs.

• Perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.

• Ensure that equipment is fully operational before each shift.

• Clean the vehicle and service the vehicle with fuel.

• Keep accurate trip logs.

• Maintains radio or telephone contact with a base or supervisor to receive instructions or be dispatched to new locations.

• Keeps records of materials and products transported.

• Secures cargo for transportation.

• Assist in the warehouse in the receiving, stock or issue section.

• This position may be subject to call-back availability based on operational needs.

Qualifications:

• Highschool Diploma/GED is required.

• 3-5 years' experience operating vehicles.

• Must possess a valid US Government Motor Vehicle Operator's Identification Card.

• Must have current or be able to obtain Medical Examiners Certificate (DOT Card) before hire.

Physical Requirements:

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.

• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.

• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.

• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Requirements:

• A valid state driver's license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera's insurance.

• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.