WDVA Truck Driver Spokane Veterans

Truck Driver 1 – Full‑time, Permanent – Spokane Veterans Home, Spokane, Washington. This role involves transporting resident Veterans to medical, legal, and social appointments, providing customer service, and performing basic facility maintenance. Shift: 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Telework not available.

• Operate medium to large buses/vans and other vehicles to transport residents to and from appointments and outings.
• Assist residents using wheelchairs, mechanical lifts, tie‑downs, etc.
• Communicate with residents and provide daily customer service.
• Perform general maintenance and repairs of building facilities and equipment (laundry, kitchen, HVAC, etc.).
• Conduct basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry tasks and change belts, filters, grease, and oil bearings.
• Perform grounds work: snow and ice removal, sweep sidewalks, remove leaves.
• Paint and repair damaged walls.
• Operate hand power tools and keep work areas clean.
• Other duties as required.

• Valid Washington state driver’s license.
• Clean driving record with no serious traffic violations.
• Ability to follow directions and interact with residents and coworkers.
• Capacity to work independently.
• Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.
• Proficiency in English (spoken, read, write).
• Demonstrated ability to learn and grow and to meet the needs of others.

• Facility maintenance training and experience.
• Preferred licenses: EL07 Electrical Card, Refrigerant Card, City of Spokane Boiler License, or Gas Heating Mechanic License.

• Pass a DSHS BCCU Background Check every two years in accordance with WDVA Policy 615.000.
• Compliance with annual Tuberculin Screening per DVA policy 670.000.
• Undergo medical evaluation, fit testing, and use of respiratory protection as required.
• Lift up to 60 lbs. and reach at least 36 inch in height using proper technique.
• Maintain regular attendance and be willing to work as needed.
• Complete required orientation, annual, in‑service, and other training within mandated time frames.
• Adhere to all DVA policies, procedures, Collective Bargaining Agreements, and confidentiality statements.
• For travel positions: carry a valid unrestricted driver’s license and be insured if using a private vehicle for state business.
• Must possess work authorization not requiring employer sponsorship.

Washington State offers a competitive benefits package, including medical (vision, dental, basic life), retirement plans through the PERS and Deferred Compensation Program, paid leave, training and professional development, and various wellness and assistance programs.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or Veteran status. The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer.