Truck Driver - Light jobs in South Jordan, UT

Truck Driver - Light operates a truck that transports small or light cargo to and from specified locations on time and according to schedule. Operates vehicle safely and responsibly, adhering to all DOT and company safety regulations. Being a Truck Driver - Light conducts routine inspections prior to departure to ensure the vehicle is in optimal condition. Manages appropriate cargo documentation and provides necessary paperwork upon the delivery of goods. Additionally, Truck Driver - Light coordinates the loading and unloading of the truck, verifying cargo and ensuring items are properly stored and secured. Maintains contact with dispatcher to provide status updates, clarify special instructions, and notify about delays or issues during transport. Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Requires Commercial Driver License (CDL) - Class B. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Truck Driver - Light works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Truck Driver - Light typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Truck Driver/Light Duty Equipment Operator
  • Trans-Jordan Cities
  • South Jordan, UT FULL_TIME
  • Job Description

    Job Description

    Summary / Objective

    Under general supervision from the Executive Director and Operations Supervisors, performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work in the operation of light-duty equipment, large trucks (CDL Required), traffic direction of customer vehicles and litter control.

    Duties / Responsibilities

    Operator and Truck Driver :

    • Operates equipment at the Public Convenience Center (PCC) providing efficient and safe service to customers.
    • Operation of the hook-lift trucks to haul material between various operations as well as off-site facilities.
    • Operation of water truck or 730 waterwagon to control dust on the landfill roads, tipping face, miscellaneous dirt work and dust control as required
    • Operates Service Truck to fuel heavy equipment
    • Operates Snow Plow and Salter to clean roads
    • May perform duties with the smooth drum roller
    • Assists with the recovery of recyclable materials.
    • Performs complete walk arounds to ensure equipment is operable and ready for use (i.e. check fluids, fire system, etc.).
    • Cleans cabs, performs routine maintenance (i.e. grease, use air compressor on radiators, grinder and loader), may assist the mechanic in maintenance and repair of assigned equipment.
    • Reports mechanical problems for shop repair; field tests re paired equipment to insure operating efficiency.
    • Performs visual and verbal inspection / verification of vehicles and solid waste to prevent the disposal of hazardous or unauthorized waste;

    items that may jeopardize safety and equipment; notifies management if hazardous waste is found.

    • Follows standard operating procedures in handling of fuel, oil, and grease to prevent personal injury.
    • Utilizes specific firefighting tech niques in controlling and fighting refuse fires.

    Traffic Control / Spotter :

    • Directs and controls vehicles at the PCC area in conjunction with loader work during times when traffic flow is at a level that the employee can balance the task
    • Will be assigned duties as a Spotter as needed, which may include full day shifts
    • Performs duties for traffic control / waste disposal as outlined in the Landfill Site Spotter job description

    Safety :

    • Follows all written and non-written safety standards to ensure personal, co-worker, and customer safety
    • Performs all job duties in a manner to ensure employee and customer safety
    • Notifies Supervisor of potentially harmful or unsafe situations
    • Wears appropriate PPE as directed

    Other :

    • Responsible for proper care and maintenance of equipment, tools and vehicles assigned
    • Performs other job-related duties as assigned or duties in other job descriptions, as qualified

    Minimum Qualifications

    Education and Experience

    Minimum High School graduate or equivalent and one (1) year experience in a landfill setting (i.e. spotter, scalehouse, truck driver) with some knowledge of Heavy Equipment OR any equivalent combina tion of experience and education (above High School Degree).

    Special Requirements

    • Must have a valid CDL Utah Driver’s License (Class B or higher) or the ability to obtain CDL within six (6) months of hire (internal promotions only) and remain insurable.
    • Must possess a current UDOT Medical Card
    • Must pass a Trans-Jordan Physical, Drug Screen, and Background Check
    • May be called upon for emergency response

    Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    • Perform duties in a safe manner; follow standard safety practices and procedures common to equipment operation work
    • Knowledge of landfill regulations and procedures
    • Ability to direct traffic efficiently and safely
    • Follow written and verbal instructions, policies, and procedures
    • Excellent customer service skills
    • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, employees and the public
    • Make decisions based on brief visu al observations
    • Evaluate emergency situations and make appropriate decision
    • Follows through on challenges as they arise
    • Act independently when appropriate
    • Learn and apply new training and information
    • Record information accurately
    • Use tools and equipment appropriate to completing job tasks
    • Perform physically demanding activities for extended periods of time in an outdoor environment
    • Equipment operating principles, procedures, and maintenance
    • Hazards and safety precautions relating to equipment operations
    • Solid waste disposal standards and procedures, earthwork principles and operation
    • Firefighting at landfill
    • Operation of a variety of CDL trucks and light-duty equipment, under adverse conditions, as assigned; i.e. articulated haul truck, hooklift trucks, water trucks, water wagon, front-end loader, or smooth drum compactor as as signed

    Working Conditions & Physical Attributes

    • This position may include frequent lifting up to 25 lbs, occasional lifting up to 50 lbs and carry 25 lbs up to 100 feet.
    • This position requires that the person stand continuously and sit or walk with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, and working on irregular surfaces and uneven ground;
    • a full range of motion in the shoulders, arms, hands, wrists, legs, and feet; and manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination;

    visual acuity as needed to inspect loads

    Must work in extreme outside weather conditions (i.e. hot, cold, dampness, wind) with constant exposure to traffic hazards, noise, dust, fumes, grease and unsanitary conditions.

    Essential Functions

    Essential functions of this position include the ability to effectively and safely perform the duties listed above in solid waste operations section for a full shift (40 hours per week in 4, 10-hour shifts).

    The position works outside in extreme weather conditions. The nature of these duties cannot be performed in a different location or environment.

    This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

    Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Cdl truck driver
  • C.R. England - CDL-A Truck Driver - Regional Truck Drivers
  • Salt Lake, UT FULL_TIME
  • C.R. England is Now Hiring Experienced CDL-A Truck Drivers Drivers Earn $57,000-$79,000 Yearly* - No-Touch Freight 3 months of current driving experience needed) WHY DRIVE WITH C.R. ENGLAND? Home week...
  • 28 Days Ago

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Cdl otr driver
  • Truck Driver Jobs in America
  • Bountiful, UT FULL_TIME
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  • 3 Days Ago

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Cdl otr driver
  • Truck Driver Jobs in America
  • South Jordan, UT FULL_TIME
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Cdl otr driver
  • Truck Driver Jobs in America
  • Riverton, UT FULL_TIME
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Straight truck driver
  • Centerline - Driver Jobs
  • Salt Lake, UT FULL_TIME
  • Centerline is your one access point to limitless driving opportunities. Our job is to connect you with safe, rewarding work at top companies while maintaining your flexibility and work / life balance....
  • 24 Days Ago

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Truck Driver
  • Ferrellgas
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • Overview Ranked among Forbes Best Employers in America 2017, Ferrellgas knows dedicated superior service starts with sup...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Truck Driver (SkillBridge)
  • ARMOR Initiative LLC
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • The ARMOR Initiative DoD SkillBridge Internship is an approved SkillBridge Program under the Department of Defense. Skil...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dedicated Truck Driver
  • CR England, Inc.
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • Georgia Pacific I-5 North * Georgia Pacific account with consistent miles for a dedicated fleet customer is hiring CDL-A...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Truck Driver>
  • Costco Wholesale Corp.
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • Costco Wholesale Corp. - 5995 W 300 S [CDL Truck Driver] As a Truck Driver at Costco, you'll: Drive a tractor/trailer co...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CDL A Truck Driver
  • Albany Trucking - Indeed
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • Regional Class A CDL Truck Driver Opportunity with weekly home time. This position offers high weekly miles, great pay, ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Utility Truck Driver A
  • Wheeler Power Systems
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • ** Utility Truck Driver A** **Job Category****:** Operatives **Requisition Number****:** UTILI01591 Showing 1 location *...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CDL Truck Driver
  • Dynamic Transit
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • Job Title: OTR Company Truck Driver (Class A CDL Required) Summary: Are you an experienced Class A CDL truck driver look...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CDL Truck Driver
  • Dynamic Transit
  • Provo, UT
  • Job Title: OTR Company Truck Driver (Class A CDL Required) Summary: Are you an experienced Class A CDL truck driver look...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 22.1 square miles (57 km2), of which, 0.08 square miles (0.21 km2), 0.34 percent, is water. South Jordan is located in the southwestern portion of the Salt Lake Valley. The city lies between the Oquirrh Mountains to the west, West Jordan to the north, the Jordan River and Sandy to the east, Draper to the southeast, Riverton to the south, and Herriman to the southwest. The relative flatness of South Jordan is due to lacustrine sediments of a pleistocene lake called Lake Bonneville. Lake Bonneville existed from 75,000 t...
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Income Estimation for Truck Driver - Light jobs
$36,996 to $48,030
South Jordan, Utah area prices
were up 2.3% from a year ago

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