Transportation, Logistics & Distribution

Light Truck Drivers

Drive a light vehicle, such as a truck or van, with a capacity of less than 26,001 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), primarily to pick up merchandise or packages from a distribution center and deliver.

Salary Breakdown

Light Truck Drivers

Average

$44,210

ANNUAL

$21.26

HOURLY

Entry Level

$29,740

ANNUAL

$14.30

HOURLY

Mid Level

$38,380

ANNUAL

$18.45

HOURLY

Expert Level

$62,130

ANNUAL

$29.87

HOURLY


Current Available & Projected Jobs

Light Truck Drivers

2

Current Available Jobs

26,810

Projected job openings through 2032


Sample Career Roadmap

Light Truck Drivers

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Light Truck Drivers

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Top Expected Tasks

Light Truck Drivers


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Light Truck Drivers

Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.

KNOWLEDGE

English Language

KNOWLEDGE

Transportation

KNOWLEDGE

Customer and Personal Service

KNOWLEDGE

Public Safety and Security

KNOWLEDGE

Administrative

SKILL

Active Listening

SKILL

Monitoring

SKILL

Operation and Control

SKILL

Reading Comprehension

SKILL

Speaking

ABILITY

Far Vision

ABILITY

Multilimb Coordination

ABILITY

Spatial Orientation

ABILITY

Near Vision

ABILITY

Problem Sensitivity


Job Opportunities

Light Truck Drivers

  • Lube Technician - Heavy Civil Equipment
    DCS Contracting, INC.    Chandler, AZ 85286
     Posted 17 days    

    We are looking for a Field Service Lube Technician to our team!

    We are a leading heavy civil general contractor specializing in highway, roadway, and underground utility construction in both the public and private sectors throughout the Greater Phoenix Valley. As a locally-owned general contractor who self-performs 75% of our revenue, our skilled workforce provides exceptional craftmanship that sustains our communities for decades to come. We employ 200+ full-time employees and we are proud of the strong work culture and industry relationships we've developed.

    POSITION SUMMARY:

    The Field Service Lube Technician is responsible for driving the fuel lube truck to and from jobsites, providing lubrication and regular field maintenance for vehicles and heavy equipment on each jobsite, performing minor field repairs where possible and report vehicle and equipment conditions in daily logs.

    In addition to COMPETITIVE weekly pay, we offer the following benefits and perks:

    Health Plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
    401k Retirement Plans with Company Match
    Supplemental Hospital, Cancer, Accident and Short-Term Disability Plans
    Performance Pay Increases
    Paid Holidays
    Paid Vacation and Sick Time
    Advancement opportunities
    Ongoing Safety and Construction Training
    Fun, Supportive Work Environment
    Work/Life balance
    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Keep construction shop, yard and lube truck organized and clean
    Prior experience performing routine services on CAT and JOHN DEERE is preferred including maintenance of diesel and gas engines, transmissions, and hydraulics on heavy grading and paving equipment
    Must furnish all basic tools for job
    Follow all company safety policies and practices
    Track daily fuel and oil usage and maintain a comprehensive fuel & lube schedule
    Maintain daily logs in a legitimate, timely and organized fashion
    Ensure sufficient inventory of all filters as directed by Equipment Manager
    Track equipment hours in field
    Support equipment division
    Work with on-site supervision to support all job/ project needs for fuel, oils, supplies and minor maintenance of the equipment fleet as needed
    Organize daily routine and maximize time and delivery methods
    Track fuel and oil inventory and report weekly
    Assist mechanics on equipment maintenance, repair as needed
    Assist with the loading and unload trailers in the shop yard as required
    Assist in the Yard and help maintain the overall needs of the shop
    EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIRED:

    High school education or up to two years related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
    1 year of field service lube technician experience preferred

    This is a Safety Sensitive position.

    $25 - $32/hr depending on experience.

    Certificates, Licenses, Registrations - Commercial Driver's License with a Hazmat endorsement required. Minimum Class B License.

    We do E-Verify, Background Checks, and Drug Screenings.

    The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Driver
    Flagstaff Bordertown Dormitory    FLAGSTAFF, AZ 86001
     Posted 2 months    

    Drives GSA vehicles and school buses to transport residential students as directed. Responsible for coordinating the logistic functions throughout the organization by conforming to adopted governing board policies and handbooks.
    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Must have minimum three (3) years of school bus driving experience.
    Must possess at least 50 CEU’s, or post-secondary credit pertaining to student safety, school bus training, A VALID Arizona driver’s license with a Class “B” CDL with Passenger (P), School Bus (S) and Air Brake (A) endorsements.
    Must have a functional knowledge of the proper and safe operation of motor vehicles including school buses.
    Current certification in First Aid and CPR.
    Valid Arizona driver’s license.
    Current Arizona and Navajo Nation motor vehicle driving record on file.
    Must pass criminal background checks by state, federal and Navajo Nation.
    As a minimum qualification, applicant's background checks must demonstrate successful, positive, multi-year employment and performance of duties at each of applicant's last 3employment positions.
    Must be knowledgeable and familiar with the Navajo language, culture and people.


    Seniority Level

    Some work experience (up to 5 years, non-manager)

    Industry

    Education & Training

    Employment Type

    Full Time


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