Truck Driver - Laundry

Date:
Jun 22, 2026

Location:

KERRVILLE, TX

Benefits: 100% paid employee health insurance for full‑time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off, and many career advancement opportunities.

Functional

Title:

Truck Driver – Laundry

Job Title:

Vehicle Driver II

Department:
Laundry Operations

Salary Range: $3,285.00 – $4,594.50 per month (Monthly)

Shift: Day (Travel up to 70%, non‑telework)

Work Location:

Kerrville State Hospital, 721 Thompson Dr, Kerrville, TX

The Vehicle Driver II performs senior‑level motor vehicle operations under the supervision of the Regional Laundry Director. Major duties include:

• Operating tractor‑trailers or medium‑duty trucks to transport linens between state‑owned facilities.
• Following a predetermined schedule to deliver and pick up cargo, ensuring safe, sanitary handling and adherence to facility rules, regulations, and state traffic laws.
• Maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the vehicle and cargo space.
• Completing and maintaining records of vehicle operations, including Driver’s Vehicle Inspection Reports, Miles Logs, and shipping forms.
• Executing preventive maintenance checks on vehicles and trailers, filing reports, and reporting any issues promptly.
• Coordinating with the Regional Laundry Director and Laundry Manager for load planning, cart management, and crew scheduling.
• Providing vehicle operation and safety training to new staff and assisting in inventory management.
• Participating in disaster response, recovery, or COOP activation as required, which may involve alternate shift patterns or locations.

• Attend work regularly, following specific shift schedules, including rotating schedules, extended shifts, and overtime as per agency policy.
• Operate an over‑the‑road tractor‑trailer and any other Texas Department of Transportation‑approved vehicle safely and in compliance with all laws.
• Secure and load cargo, tie‑down materials, and maintain safety standards to prevent damage to vehicles and cargo.
• Process paperwork promptly and accurately, including cleaning logs, fibers logs, and shipping forms.
• Deliver cargo safely and on time, ensuring proper load distribution and adherence to vehicle capacity limits.
• Maintain the cleanliness and maintenance of the trailer interior, exterior, and equipment, following prescribed cleaning protocols.
• Serve as a backup and assist in supervising Laundry Workers I–III as directed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, which may include disaster and COOP support.

• Knowledge of safe motor‑vehicle operations, preventive maintenance, and cargo handling protocols.
• Knowledge of Texas Department of Transportation rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of infection control policies and safety materials.
• Skill in operating tractor‑trailer combinations and medium‑duty vehicles.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
• Physical stamina, hand‑to‑eye coordination, and the ability to lift 40–50 pounds and maneuver loaded carts up to 57” tall, 28” deep, 48” wide.
• Ability to use lift gates, pallet jacks, forklifts, or other loading equipment.
• Ability to train others, identify problems and propose solutions, and maintain accurate records.
• Proficiency with Office 365, webmail, and basic computer applications.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and under limited visibility using mirrors and spotters.

• Valid Texas driver’s license class C or higher.
• Out‑of‑state drivers must submit a certified driving record.
• Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL) and medical card required for tractor‑trailer operation.
• Completion of HHSC Defensive Driving Course and maintenance of certification.
• Annual driving record assessment for continued eligibility.

Eighteen months of experience operating motor vehicles on a commercial basis.

Applicants must pass background checks, a pre‑employment drug screen, and additional registry checks. Males 18–25 must register with the Selective Service. All applicants…