JOB OPENING

Troup County Government

Position: Truck Driver

Department: Roads and Engineering

Salary: $18.22/Hr

Under general supervision and instruction this position operates assigned trucks and other equipment in support of department construction and maintenance projects.

Qualifications/Knowledge:

• Must have high school diploma or GED
• Must have a current valid commercial drivers license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a related field is preferred
• Knowledge of the techniques, equipment and supplies used in road maintenance
• Knowledge of county and departmental safety policies and procedures
• Knowledge of the geography of the county, including road names and locations
• Skill in the operation of assigned vehicles, trucks and equipment
• Skill in prioritizing and organizing work
• Skill in the use of hand and power tools
• Skill in oral and written communication

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operates trucks such as a dump truck, water truck, flat-bed truck or other truck to transport materials and equipment to and from work sites
• Operates a front-end loader and backhoe and other equipment as needed
• Performs laboring duties as needed
• Flags traffic at work sites
• Inspects trucks and equipment prior to operation; checks fluid levels, tires, lights, etc.; lubricates and washes truck
• Operates a variety of hand and power tools
• Performs all other related duties as assigned

Employment Applications will be accepted Until Filled on Troup County's website @ www.troupcountyga.gov/Employment/Jobs

Job #: 04082024 Truck Driver Grade 12

Troup County is an Equal Opportunity Employer - A Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace