Truck Driver (Light, Medium, and Heavy)

Pennsylvania State University   University Park, PA   Full-time     Transportation
Posted on April 19, 2024
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Truck Driver (Light, Medium, and Heavy)

Penn State's Applied Research Laboratory is searching for a Truck Driver (Light, Medium, and Heavy) to join their team. Duties include:

  • Drive University and U.S. Navy vehicles to include automobiles, ¼ ton through 5-ton trucks with or without tractor-trailers
  • Operate other equipment such as forklifts, etc.
  • Follow established University and Navy security practices in the control of items in the warehouse; assist in the development of and maintain inventory records; catalog new items
  • Responsible for insuring trucks are loaded for proper weight, distribution of load, blocking and packing, to include hazardous material
  • Assume responsibility for load while in transit
  • Follow Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations while on the road
  • Maintain vehicles while on the road by performing operator's preventive maintenance; report need for repairs to supervisor; arrange for repairs while on the road
  • Clean, load, and unload trucks
  • Move furniture, fixtures, equipment and machinery as required
  • Assist ARL field crew in loading equipment on ships, submarines, etc.
  • Remove accumulated waste and debris from building, as required
  • Maintain tools, equipment, and work area in a clean and orderly condition; report unusual conditions to supervisor
  • Plow snow and chop ice
  • Spread anti-skid materials on walks and driveways


Job Requirements: Requires the use of commercial English, grammar and arithmetic such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, including decimals and fractions; simple use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams, together with the use of adjustable measuring instruments, graduates and the like requiring interpretation in their various applications; or the posting, preparation, interpretation, use and checking of reports, forms, records and comparable data. U.S. Citizenship and Class A Pennsylvania Commercial Driver`s License (CDL) with HAZMAT Endorsement required. 1 to 2 years of effective experience driving tractor trailer trucks; must pass the practical test for the operation of tractor trailer trucks. This position requires cross country driving.

Work Schedule: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Days Off: Saturday, Sunday

Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. Employment with the Applied Research Laboratory will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

NOTE: THIS POSITION REQUIRES THAT YOU OPERATE A MOTOR VEHICLE AS A PART OF YOUR JOB DUTIES. A VALID DRIVER`S LICENSE AND SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A MOTOR VEHICLE RECORDS CHECK WILL BE REQUIRED IN ADDITION TO STANDARD BACKGROUND CHECKS.

NOTE: THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO FEDERAL DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TESTING FOR ALCOHOL AND CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES (49 CFR PART 40), AND PHYSICAL EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS AS PER PA CODE 231.85.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.


Apply online at https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Staff/job/Penn-State-University-Park/Truck-Driver--Light--Medium--and-Heavy-_REQ_0000042841-1

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: For more about safety at Penn State, and to review the Annual Security Report which contains information about crime statistics and other safety and security matters, please go to http://www.police.psu.edu/clery/, which will also provide you with detail on how to request a hard copy of the Annual Security Report.

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.





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Pennsylvania State University

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