Sheriff's Delivery Driver

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About the Position

The Sheriff Delivery Driver operates specially equipped heavy commercial vehicles in the distribution of food, laundry, canteen items, supplies, library materials, housekeeping items and salvage to and from all Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) facilities.

About the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office
Do you possess integrity, strong interpersonal skills, and do you have a desire to serve your community? We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team with a variety of openings for Civilian, Detention and Sworn personnel. The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) invites you to become part of Arizona's leading law enforcement agency where we come together as a team to support and provide public safety.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

We recognize your time is valuable, so please apply if you meet the following required qualifications:

Education

• High School Diploma or GED.

Experience

• Two (2) years of experience driving commercial trucks weighing in excess of 26,001 pounds.

Other Requirements

• Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) issued by the State of Arizona, or have the ability to obtain one by the time of hire.
• Endorsements may be required for some job assignments.
• Must have clean driving record with no citations in the past five (5) years.
• Training that may be provided on-the-job: FEMA NIMS - IS100 and 700; Safety; Payroll; PREA.
• Prior to hiring, the Sheriff's Office requires that all candidates pass an extensive background review.

Maricopa County is required by state and federal regulations to conduct a pre-employment safety history investigation for all positions that require an applicant to possess a commercial driver's license (CDL). Maricopa County is also required to conduct a pre-employment safety history investigation for positions that directly impact commercial motor vehicle safety, but which may not specifically require a valid CDL.

Compensation is more than a salary with MCSO:

• Growth and stability since 1871
• Choice of three medical plans - starting as low as $70/month
• Holidays - 10/year + 1 personal day
• Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System
• Paid sick and parental leaves (birth/adoption)
• 10% discount at KinderCare facilities in the Valley and upcomingMCKids Club to serve County employees and their families exclusively
• MCSO Mentoring program to provide personal and professional growth opportunities for all employees
• Access to free County gyms
• Learn more at Benefits Overview

Essential Job Tasks

The tasks listed are a representation and not an all-inclusive list of essential job tasks for this position.

• Operates heavy commercial vehicles, forklifts and other equipment.
• Loads and unloads vehicles.
• Inspects and pre-trips vehicles.
• Operates two-way radios.
• Directs and supervises working inmates when appropriate.
• Plans loads.
• Plans and schedules trips for pick-up/delivery.
• Performs additional duties as directed by the supervisor.
• Washes and sanitizes the interior of trailers.
• Be present at the work site to perform tasks as scheduled/assigned by supervisor.

Working Conditions
Work occurs primarily outdoors in all weather conditions. Tasks require manual dexterity of hands and body to operate equipment as well as managing frequent interruptions, time pressures, and high work volumes. Job includes direction and supervision of working inmates when appropriate. Responsibilities require extreme attention to safety, concentration, accuracy, and ethical conduct.

The following environments described are only representative of how the essential job tasks are currently performed or envisioned. As such, in order to accommodate a disability or limitation, the essential job tasks may be performed in ways other than described on these pages.

Work Environment

• Outdoors and frequently indoors
• In temperatures frequently above 90 degrees and rarely below 40 degrees
• Conditions frequently include stairs or ladders, bright lighting
• Conditions may include high noise level or dim lighting
• May have rare exposure to chemical/fumes or wet/damp areas

Physical Environment

• Sitting, standing and walking
• Driving a vehicle
• Speaking, hearing, seeing, and reading
• Distinguishing colors
• Bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing
• Wearing protective gear
• Precise dexterity
• Lifting floor to waist fifty (50) pounds
• Lifting waist to shoulder of thirty (30) pounds
• Carrying a weight of thirty (30) pounds for a distance of 50 feet
• Pushing/pulling a weight of six hundred (600) pounds for a distance of 50 feet

Social Environment

• Frequently working in dangerous environment with rare emergencies
• Handling high volumes of work with constant interruptions
• Handling unscheduled tasks and occasionally changing tasks
• Working under deadlines or time pressures
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Decision making
• Concentration/vigilance
• Working in a team environment in close proximity with others, rarely in isolation
• Frequent public contact
• Frequently includes overtime

Knowledge, skills, and abilities
Knowledge of

• Traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations governing the operation of a commercial motor vehicle.
• Proper method of handling hazardous supplies.
• Security procedures in the jail system.

Skill in

• Loading of trucks to maintain a safe weight distribution.
• Operating commercial motor vehicles in a safe manner.
• Preparing reports and records.
• Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Verbally communicating with others to convey information effectively.
• Using and selecting training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

Ability to

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Follow directions from Deputy Sheriff or Detention Officer as related to security situations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

The hiring authority will select the successful candidate based on departmental needs.

All offers of employment made to new hires and rehires at Maricopa County are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer, pre-employment thorough background investigation. A background investigation is conducted on a current employee who changes to a Safety Sensitive Position or one having the potential for serious adverse impact on the integrity or efficiency of the County. These requirements do not pertain to employees of elected officials who undergo background investigation processes administered through their respective offices.

Typically, successful candidates are hired at a salary rate, up to midpoint of the range, based on applicable experience, internal equity and budgetary allowances.

Selection Procedure

• Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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