3-4 month contract with possibility for extension

Location - Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory - ONSITE

PAY - $43.69 per hour

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This is a physical, fast-paced, position that involves continual entering and exiting of vehicles, lifting, lowering, and carrying packages that typically weigh 25 - 35 lbs and may weigh up to 50 lbs. Ability to make between 50-150 stops per day utilizing a handheld scanner to track the deliveries. Drive on hilly terrain with narrow roads and tight turns on the Berkeley Lab site.

Vehicles utilized for deliveries include driving medium-sized package vans and acting as lumper/loader on liftgate trucks. Specialized equipment utilized includes pallet jacks, hand carts, and forklifts.

The incumbent is required to practice a strong commitment to safety and possess a DOT Hazmat certification. A minimum of a Class “B” license is required with HazMat and airbrake endorsements.

Demonstrate safe driving and material handling practices and procedures. Comply with LBNL and Facilities policies and procedures and safety guidelines.

Position summary:

This is a physical, fast-paced, position that involves continual entering and exiting of vehicles, lifting, lowering, and carrying packages that typically weigh 25 - 35 lbs and may weigh up to 50 lbs. Ability to make between 50-150 stops per day utilizing a handheld scanner to track the deliveries. Drive on hilly terrain with narrow roads and tight turns on the Berkeley Lab site. Vehicles utilized for deliveries include driving medium-sized package vans and acting as lumper/loader on liftgate trucks. Specialized equipment utilized includes pallet jacks, hand carts, and forklifts. The incumbent is required to practice a strong commitment to safety and possess a DOT Hazmat certification. A minimum of a Class "B" license is required with HazMat and airbrake endorsements.
Demonstrate safe driving and material handling practices and procedures. Comply with LBNL and Facilities policies and procedures and safety guidelines.

Required:

● At a minimum possess a Class B California Commercial Driver's license, WITH HazMat and

airbrake endorsements, and current medical card.

● Equivalent to one year of paid or regularly assigned package delivery driving experience in a job.

● Package Delivery Drivers must have excellent customer service, communication, and driving

skills.

● Ability to comply with and maintain compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT)

requirements and Workplace Substance Abuse Program.

● Knowledge of applicable State and Federal vehicle codes and transport laws governing the

vehicle operated, load carried, and driver responsibilities.

● Demonstrated knowledge of the rules of safe driving and the provisions of the State of

California Vehicle Code pertaining to operation of vehicles described in the appropriate class

(a 2-axle vehicle).

● Demonstrated experience and ability to operate medium size package vans, liftgate trucks

(2-axle vehicles), and forklifts (5 tons maximum weight capacity) and obtain forklift operator

certification upon hire.

● Ability to walk, lift (up to 50lb), carry, push, and pull; climb, stoop, and crouch; reach, handle,

and use fingers; speak, hear and see.

● Ability to load and unload materials of varying types and sizes utilizing a forklift (if

necessary) having a carrying capacity of up to five tons.

● Demonstrated ability to operate specified vehicles in unusual traffic conditions, including hilly terrain, narrow roadways, backing, etc.

● Demonstrated experience with cargo handling and documentation procedures.

● Expertise in all areas of equipment tie down and proper weight distribution.

● Demonstrated knowledge and experience in pre-trip preparation and vehicle inspection

procedures.

● Strong organizational skills; ability to work independently or in teams on assignments,

develop own work methods and procedures, use initiative and judgment, and make decisions

within scope of work.

● Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and willingness to work in a flexible,

changing work environment.

● Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with team members and customers and to function well in a team environment.

● Able to follow processes, procedures, and policies.

Desired Qualifications:

● Basic knowledge of computers.

● Familiarity with all LBNL onsite and remote delivery locations, DOT safety standards,

Property Management system, iBox Barcode System, and tying down equipment loads.

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