Truck Driver I – Warehouse/Distribution – Oakland Unified School District – Oakland, CA

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Oakland Unified School District
Truck Driver I – Warehouse/Distribution (2020-21) (9637 – PCN 7972 PCN 7973)

JOB POSTING

Job Details
Title Truck Driver I – Warehouse/Distribution (2020-21)
Posting ID 9637 – PCN 7972 PCN 7973
Description Ref: 7972 and 7973

TITLE:

Truck Driver REPORTS TO: Assigned Supervisor

DEPARTMENT:
As Assigned CLASSIFICATION: Classified

FLSA:
Non-Exempt WORK YEAR/HOURS: 261 days/8.0 hours

ISSUED: Revised: June 27, 2007Revised: July 2019 SALARY GRADE: TRKDR I

BASIC FUNCTION: Under general supervision the Truck Driver drives and operates motorized vehicles and equipment to transport merchandise, food, supplies, mail, textbooks, curriculum, furniture and equipment. The Truck Driver provides District-wide support unloading, loading, delivering, transfer and placement of merchandise, food, supplies, mail, textbooks, curriculum, furniture and equipment; transport freight and food in a safe and efficient manner.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: (Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to reflect the principal job elements accurately.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Pick up and deliver merchandise, food, supplies, mail, textbooks, curriculum, furniture and equipment to schools and offices and other buildings in the District.
Transport freight and food in a safe and efficient manner.
Check and inspect goods received and delivered.
Maintain records of work performed and obtain appropriate signatures as necessary.
Load and unload incoming and outgoing freight and food.
Pick up and deliver merchandise, food, supplies, mail, textbooks, curriculum, furniture and equipment to and from specified areas at various sites.
Place merchandise, food, supplies, mail, textbooks, curriculum, furniture and equipment in specified areas at various sites.
Sort and route mail to appropriate departments or schools.
Operate a variety of District vehicles and equipment including a forklift, hand truck, pallet jack and trucks of varying sizes.
Drive a District vehicle to local sites to pick up or deliver supplies and equipment as assigned; follow specified routes as assigned.
Maintain truck operation and records including documents and receipts of service and repairs; wash vehicle and keep vehicle clean for safe transport of food.
Work cooperatively with all District employees, outside vendors and contractors, students and parents.
Arrive to worksite on time in accordance with the pre-assigned schedule determined by the immediate supervisor or District management.
Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
The District determines whether a candidate is qualified based on fulfillment of prerequisites, relevant work experience, ability to perform the essential functions, reference checks, effective interpersonal and https://ousd.tedk12.com/hire/Admin/JobPostingPrintView.aspx?JobID=10470&Internal= 1/3

7/20/2020 Job Posting Print communication skills demonstrated by interview performance and/or writing samples, and achievement on performance-based assessments (if applicable) that demonstrate the candidate possesses the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities. Meeting prerequisites only satisfies the initial screening process and does not indicate the candidate is qualified to perform the essential functions of the position.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Traffic laws, defensive driving techniques and rules of the road
Proper loading and unloading of trucks
Proper lifting techniques
Proper operation of warehouse equipment including forklifts, hand trucks and pallet jacks
General warehousing procedures
District locations
Basic record-keeping techniques

ABILITY TO:

Operate District delivery trucks of varying sizes
Operate a variety of warehouse equipment including forklifts, hand trucks and pallet jacks
Observe legal and safe driving practices
Learn warehousing procedures relating to the receipt, storage and issuance of mail, equipment and supplies
Maintain routine records
Keep vehicles clean and sanitary for the transport of food
Work cooperatively with others
Meet schedules and time lines
Understand and follow oral and written instructions

PREREQUISITES

A high school diploma, general education development (GED), or other proof of equivalent level of education
One year of verifiable commercial motor vehicle or equivalent size truck driving experience, current within the past five years
Three years of related experience preferred
Valid Class C California driver’s license and evidence of insurability
Possession of a safe driving record for the last five years as verified by the DMV Driving
History Report, i.e., no DUI, cell phone tickets or accidents, etc…
Pass drug and/or alcohol test
Participate in Department of Transportation drug consortium and pass DOT-approved medical screening each year
Valid Forklift certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire

PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROCESS:
Employment eligibility that may include fingerprints, tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance.

WORKING CONDITIONS
ENVIRONMENT:
Outdoor and warehouse environment; driving a District vehicle to conduct work; driving a vehicle during adverse weather conditions; working around machinery having moving parts and vehicles; working on ladders; exposure to fumes from vehicle and equipment operation.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Consistent mental alertness; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling objects; heavy physical labor; bending and twisting at the waist, climbing stairs and ladders; bending head or body forward and downward; reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; dexterity of both hands and fingers while performing duties; seeing to read, write and use the computer; hearing and speaking to exchange information, in person or on the telephone, and make presentations.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY:
The Oakland Unified School District does not discriminate in any program, activity, or in employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, sex, or sexual orientation.

Shift Type Full-Time
Salary Range $53,275.49 – $53,275.49 / Per Year https://ousd.tedk12.com/hire/Admin/JobPostingPrintView.aspx?JobID=10470&Internal= 2/3

7/20/2020 Job Posting Print

Location Warehouse Distribution

Applications Accepted
Start Date 07/14/2020
End Date 10/14/2020 https://ousd.tedk12.com/hire/Admin/JobPostingPrintView.aspx?JobID=10470&Internal= 3/3

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $47,000.00 – $53,275.49 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
To keep our drivers safe we provide mask and gloves to each driver. We encourage social distancing and when delivering please try to make it with the least amount of contact.

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Driving: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Driver’s License (Required)

Work Location:

  • One location

Trucking freight handling:

  • Using pallet jack/forklift

Type of Freight:

This Job Is:

  • A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
  • A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
  • A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
  • Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Company’s website:

Benefit Conditions:

  • Waiting period may apply

Work Remotely:

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

  • Remote interview process
  • Personal protective equipment provided or required
  • Social distancing guidelines in place
  • Virtual meetings
  • Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

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