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.
- 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.
- Basic knowledge of computers.
- May be required to possess a “Q” Clearance for handling classified documents and access to DOE and LLNL.
- Familiarity with all LBNL onsite and remote delivery locations, DOT safety standards, Property Management system, iBox Barcode System, and tying down equipment loads.
- This is a full-time 1 year, term appointment with the possibility of extension or conversion to Career appointment based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds and ongoing operational needs.
- This position is represented by a union for collective bargaining purposes.
- Salary will be predetermined based on collective bargaining agreements step rates.
- The full hourly range for this position is $25.46 - $37.82/hourly for the job classification of 745.1. Salary for this position is based on a step schedule and the final candidate’s qualifications, relevant experience (if applicable, and union contract agreement).
- This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.
- This position has been designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) as governed under the Department of Transportation (DOT) Office of Drug & Alcohol Policy & Compliance and is subject to Berkeley Lab’s Workplace Substance Abuse Policy and testing requirements. The successful candidate must comply with the pre-employment requirements, including providing consent for former DOT employers to share candidates’ past three years’ test results.
- Work will be primarily performed at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA, and will include driving to remote LBNL locations.