Truck Driver III

Position Summary

NOTE:

This position was previously open from 06/09/26 to 07/17/26. If you applied during that time, your application will be considered; you do not need to reapply.

Join a mission‑driven team in King County! The Operations Section of King County Solid Waste Division is actively seeking skilled and safety‑conscious truck drivers to support essential waste management services across the county. We offer competitive pay and benefits.

We are hiring for one on‑career service position and three Term Limited Temporary (TLT)/Special Duty Assignment (SDA) positions, each expected to last approximately six months, with the possibility of extension.

These positions involve safely hauling refuse material from transfer stations to the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill in Maple Valley and completing associated tasks. Transfer stations can be viewed at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• Safely operate a variety of commercial vehicles, including trucks and trailers, trucks equipped with water storage tanks and pumps, dump trucks with pony trailers, fuel tanker trucks, side dumps, and lowboy trailers.
• Hook and unhook hydraulic hoses to specific trailers.
• Drive in a variety of unique situations and weather conditions, safely installing tire chains when required.
• Load and transport solid waste, trailers, equipment, gravel, water, fuel, and other materials to work areas throughout King County.
• Perform and document safety inspections of tractors and trailers.
• Check and refill fluid levels and tire pressure; refuel and maintain vehicle in a clean and operational condition.
• Document trip activities and complete required trip reports.

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience safely driving tractor/trailer combinations such as Class A tractor/trailer with >= three axles and a gross vehicle weight of up to 17,000 pounds per axle.
• Skilled in communicating with a diverse range of staff and customers in a pleasant, respectful, and culturally sensitive manner.
• Skilled in working independently and in a team environment to complete assignments.

• Interpersonal Savvy
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  Relating openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people.
• Collaborates
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  Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Manages Conflict
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  Handling conflict situations effectively with minimal noise.
• Communicates Effectively
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  Developing and delivering multi‑mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Courage
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  Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.

• Possession of a valid Washington State Driver's License.
• Possession of a valid Washington State Class A Commercial Driver's License with current Washington State Department of Transportation Medical Card and Air Brake Endorsement.

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience driving combinations such as side dump trailer, 12–14 yard pony trailer, 6,000–7,000 gallon wastewater tanker, 3,000–4,000 gallon fuel truck, or lowboy trailer for equipment transport.

• Work Location
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  Cedar Hills Regional Landfill, th Avenue SE, Maple Valley, WA.
• Work Schedule
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  Positions are FLSA‑eligible and overtime‑eligible. Possible schedules include 4/10 with one day off between Monday and Friday, 5/8 Monday through Friday, or 7/10 with one week on and one week off.
• Union Representation
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  Positions are represented by Teamsters Local 174.
• Duration
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  Term‑Limited Temporary position, anticipated duration six months; eligible King County employees may receive the position as a special duty assignment.

• Ability to get in and out of a Class A tractor multiple times a day.
• Ability to attach and detach hydraulic and air lines.
• Ability to operate a pressure washer.

• Exposure to noise at landfill and transfer stations.
• Exposure to smells and odors that may be present at the landfill and transfer stations.

Applicants will be screened for clarity, completeness, and…