MEDIUM TRUCK DRIVER Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty/jobs/newprint/4385846) Apply  MEDIUM TRUCK DRIVER Salary $49,887.36 - $60,318.72 Annually Location Los Angeles County, CA Job Type Full time Job Number 36049C Department FIRE Opening Date 11/26/2024 Closing Date Continuous + Description + Benefits + Questions Position/Program Information FIRE DEPARTMENT TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER: 36049C FILING PERIOD: Applications will be accepted starting Wednesday, November 27, 2024, 8:00 a.m., PT - This exam will remain open until the needs of the Department are met and is subject to close without prior notice. THIS IS A REPOSTING TO UPDATE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. APPLICANTS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED NEED NOT REAPPLY. WITHHOLD: No withhold will be accepted for this examination. OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE: Out-of-Class experience will not be accepted for this examination. DEFINITION: Drives single unit trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 10,000 pounds and less than 26,001 pounds. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class have responsibility for driving single unit trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 10,000 pounds to 26,000 pounds. This responsibility includes picking up, transporting, and delivering furniture, equipment, supplies, materials, produce, and passengers between County facilities and other locations. Positions also operate various accessory equipment such as pumps and winches, check the operation of the trucks and make minor repairs, and participate in the loading and unloading of the trucks operated. Essential Job Functions + Picks up and delivers furniture, equipment, produce, and supplies between County facilities including institutions, camps, warehouses, offices, branch libraries, and recreational areas. + Transports work crews, materials, tools, and equipment to job locations and may participate in or assist in supervising the work of a crew. + Hauls gravel, sand, soil, and other materials. + Operates accessory equipment such as pumps, winches, snowplows, etc. + Inspects trucks to ensure conformance with safety regulations and practices and that they are properly serviced; performs routine preventive maintenance and minor repairs and adjustments to truck and reports mechanical defects. + Loads and unloads trucks driven and may participate in the storing and moving of materials in warehouses or other buildings. + Ensures that truck is checked and serviced for preventive maintenance and repair. + Maintains records and prepares reports. + Pulls small trailer-mounted equipment such as generators, compressors, cement mixers, toolboxes, etc. + As need occasionally drive heavy single unit trucks with a GVWR of more than 26,000 pounds or combination truck units with trailers of 6,000 pounds GVWR or more. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENT: One year of full-time experience driving trucks of 10,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)* or more. LICENSE: A valid California unrestricted Class “B” Driver License with airbrake and tank endorsements is required to perform job-related essential functions. A valid California unrestricted Class “A” Driver License with airbrake and tank endorsement may be required for some positions PHYSICAL CLASS: 4 - Arduous: this involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working above ground on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity. SPECIAL LICENSE REQUIRMENT INFORMATION: We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst. Successful applicants for this position must obtain and present a copy of their record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before final appointment. Applicants should not present a copy of their driving history until asked to do so by the hiring department. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether an applicant's driving history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job. License must not be currently suspended, restricted, or revoked. *Copy of driver license must be uploaded during application filing. If unable to upload the license, please submit via email to Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov within15 calendar daysof application filing. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: The examination will consist of two (2) parts: PART I: A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted at70%, assessing: + Achievement + Responsibility + Safety Orientation + Thoroughness MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. PART II: An evaluation of Training and Experience (T&E), weighted at30%, assessing: + Professional/Technical Knowledge of: + Operation of Single Unit Trucks + Truck and Equipment Maintenance + Transportation and Driving Regulations + Technology Application Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements and must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the combined scores for Parts I and II in order to be placed on the eligible register. TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS: Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their scores automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test scores may be transferred. TEST PREPARATION: Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website athttp://hr.lacounty.gov/. Please click on "Find a Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. Additional practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en/practice-tests . EMAIL NOTIFICATIONS: All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. Please add the email addresses below to your email book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail: + pui.yau@fire.lacounty.gov + Alexander.Javaherdashti@fire.laocunty.gov + Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov + info@governmentjobs.com + Noreply@governmentjobs.com + Domain: @fire.lacounty.gov + Domain: @hr.lacounty.gov It is important that you provide a valid email address. DO NOT select “off” under Email Preferences within your profile or click “unsubscribe” on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into g (http://governmentjobs.com/) overnmentj obs.com (http://governmentjobs.com/) and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or re-scheduling of a test component. Notice of non-acceptance and final results letters will be sent via email. Test scores cannot be given over the phone. ELIGIBILTY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this exam more than once in a twelve (12) month period. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fillMedium Truck Drivervacancies within the Los Angeles County Fire Department as they occur. PASSING THIS EXAMINATION AND BEING PLACED ON THE REGISTER DOES NOT GUARANTEE AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any shift - Appointees must be willing to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green “Apply” button at the top right of this posting. Plan to submit your online application well in advance as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address. If you already have a job seeker account on www.g (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty,) overnmen tjobs.com/careers/lacount (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty,) y , you can verify at any time by signing into your profile and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. You can also track the status of your application using the website https://www.g (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty) overnmen tjobs.com/careers/lacounty (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty) and signing in to your profile. NOTE:The acceptance of your application depends on whether you haveclearlyshown that you meet theSelection Requirements. Please check your application to ensure that your documents are uploaded by signing into your profile and reviewing your submitted application. Applicants must submit all required documents to be considered (official diplomas, official transcripts, license, certificates, etc.) during or within fifteen (15) calendar days of application submission. All documents must be clear and legible. Although resumes may be uploaded as attachments to the online application, resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of completing the online application. If you are unable to attach documents, you may e-mail them toFire-Examination@fire.lacounty.govat the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days of submitting your online application.All emails must clearly identify the applicant's name and the subject line must include the exam nameMedium Truck Driver and exam number36049C.Failure to provide the documentation will result in application rejection. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE: Acceptance of your application depends on whether you clearly show that you meet the Selection Requirements. Fill out the online application completely and correctly in order to receive full credit for any related education, training, and job experience. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, and description of work performed. All information supplied is subject to verification. APPLICATIONS MAY BE REJECTED AT ANY STAGE OF THE SELECTION PROCESS. PLEASE REVIEW YOUR APPLICATION CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY PRIOR TO CLICKING THE "SUBMIT" BUTTON. SPECIAL INFORMATION: FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction historyunless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952). ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Refer to their website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org/library-locator . NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record and is subject to disqualification from this examination. Questions regarding this posting may be emailed, with the exam name Medium Truck Driver and exam number 36049C in the subject line, toFire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov. Testing Accommodations Information and Coordinator Contact Information: If you need an accommodation to take an assessment, let us know by contacting the ADA/Testing Coordinator atFire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. Department Contact Name: Fire Examination Section Department Contact Phone: (213) 466-5500 Department Contact Email:Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov Testing Accommodation Coordinator Phone: (213) 466-5500 Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 For more information on Employment Information, click on the link below: http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636\_EmploymentInformation.pdf COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting. Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement: The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit:https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/. Testing Accommodations for Applicants: The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit:https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/. Fair Chance: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952). Employment Eligibility: Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States. Career PathFinder: Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application athttp://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov. Revised January 2025 For detailed information, please clickhere (http://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/) 01 Candidate Communication Acknowledgement:Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add the below email address to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. - pui.yau@fire.lacounty.gov - alexander.javaherdashti@fire.lacounty.gov - Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov - info@government.lacounty.gov - talentcentral@shl.com - no-reply@proctoru.com - donot-reply@amcatmail.com Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component. + I acknowledge that I have read and understood the above instructions. 02 Supplemental Questionnaire Acknowledgement:This Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to assess your qualifications in our application review process and determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process.Check each response carefully. It is the candidate's responsibility to thoroughly read each question, follow all applicable instructions, provide complete responses, and clearly demonstrate their experience as it relates to the job requirements.Incomplete responses or inaccurate information on the supplemental questionnaire may impact your application process and may result in disqualification even if you possess the qualifying experience or education. Be specific as possible and include all information requested. + I understand and agree 03 Do you have one year of full-time experience driving trucks of 10,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or more. + Yes + No 04 Do you have a valid California class "B" driver license with airbrake and tank endorsements which are required to perform job-related essential functions? + Yes, I have a valid California class "B" driver license with airbrake and tank endorsements. + I will email the document(s) within fifteen (15) calendar days to Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov + No, not applicable. 05 Questions 6-19 are part of a Training & Experience (T&E) Questionnaire used as part of a self-assessment of one's training and experience. General Information: This Training & Experience {T&E) Questionnaire is a self-assessment. You will respond to questions about your experience related to having acquired the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform theMedium Truck Driverposition. All information that you provide is subject to verification. The assessment will evaluate the following competencies:1. Professional/Technical Expertise - Single Unit Truck Operation- General, safe operation of utility trucks, dump trucks, bucket trucks, box trucks, diesel/CNG tractor-trailer combinations, auxiliary motors, and heavy rubber tire/track equipment while obeying applicable rules and regulations to sufficiently perform the routine functions of the job.2. Professional/Technical Expertise - Single Unit Truck and Equipment Maintenance- Includes proper techniques {e.g., checking gauges and dials, using proper fluids) and utilization of hand tools {e.g., screwdrivers, pliers, hammers, spanners, utility knives, breaker bars, grease guns, pressure washers) when inspecting, maintaining, repairing, and cleaning heavy vehicle and equipment.3. Professional/Technical Expertise - Transportation and Driving Regulations- Includes pertinent provisions of the California Motor Vehicle Code and California's Basic Inspection of Terminals {BIT) Program regulations, Hours of Service Rules, pertaining to Class B Drivers and other related Federal, State, County, and local laws and regulations.4. Technology Application- Correctly applies technology {e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Mobile Data Computer, email, word processing, spreadsheet, databases) in order to perform the work required of the job {e.g., maintain logs, communicating with others). This assessment is weighted30%. All completed questionnaires will be scored according to standardized criteria. Instructions for Completion Carefully read the official County job bulletin for this examination. You will receive points for each question based on the response{s) you provide. You will receive zero points for any question on which you do not provide a response. Certification Statement By completing the following, I hereby attest that all information I have provided in this T&E Questionnaire is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.I acknowledge that Human Resources staff may contact my supervisor{s) to verify the information that I have provided. I understand that any misrepresentations, falsifications, or omissions of material facts violates Civil Service Rules and may subject me to actions including removal from this examination. Furthermore,I certify that I will not disclose the questions used in this examination to any candidate nor will I provide any information to anyone concerning anything related to the questions posed to me other than concerned parties in an official protest or appeal.I understand that violation of this agreement can result in my disqualification from this examination as provided by Civil Service Rules. + Yes 06 Which of the following California Class A or B Driver License endorsement{s) do you possess? {Select All that apply) + H endorsement (Hazardous Materials) + P endorsement (Passenger) + I do not possess any of the above endorsements. 07 If you currently possess one of the California Class A Driver License endorsement{s) indicated in the previous question, did you attach a legible copy of your endorsement verification to your application? {If you did not, supporting document must be submitted and received within 15 days of filing your online application.) + Yes, I did attach a legible copy of my endorsement verification to my application. + I will email the support document within fifteen (15) calendar days of my online application to Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov. + No, not applicable. 08 How many years of full-time* verifiable experience do you possess in operating** single unit trucks*** as a regular part of your duties? *Full-time is considered an average of 40 hours a week. **Operating is defined as transporting and hauling materials, supplies, equipment, and work crews in various conditions. *** A single unit truck must include a Gross Vehicle Weight {GVWR) of at least 10,000 pounds + I do not possess this experience. + Less than 2 years + 2 years to less than 3 years + 3 years to less than 4 years + 4 years to less than 5 years + 5 years more 09 To receive credit for the question 8, you must indicate your position title, employer, supervisor name and phone number, approximate dates you obtained this experience, and an example that briefly describes your experience. If you have no experience in an area of responsibility, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Please limit your response to 200 words or less. 10 Which of the following type{s) of single unit truck and/or equipment* do you have full-time experience** operating** as a regular part of your duties? {Select all that Apply) * A single unit truck and/or equipment must include a Gross Vehicle Weight {GVWR) of at least 10,000 pounds ** Full-time is considered an average of 40 hours a week. ***Operating is defined as transporting and hauling materials, supplies, equipment, and work crews in various conditions. + Utility trucks + Box trucks/Auxiliary motors + Dump trucks + Bucket trucks + Diesel/CNG tractor-trailer combinations + I do not possess this experience. 11 To receive credit for the question 10, you must indicate your position title, employer, supervisor name and phone number, approximate dates you obtained this experience, and an example that briefly describes your experience. If you have no experience in an area of responsibility, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Please limit your response to 200 words or less. 12 Which of the following type{s) of trailer{s) and/or trailer-mounted equipment do you have full-time experience* towing/hauling** as a regular part of your duties? {Select all that Apply) *Full-time is considered an average of 40 hours a week. **Towing/hauling is defined as backing vehicles and trailers; adjusting trailer jack positions; coupling and uncoupling trailers; and connecting and disconnecting air, electrical, and hydraulic lines and safety chains. + Utility trailers {e.g., emulsion tanks, toolboxes, cement mixers, light plant trailers, portable toilets, arrow message boards) + Small generators + Manual transmissions + Demo units + I do not possess this experience. 13 To receive credit for the question 12, you must indicate your position title, employer, supervisor name and phone number, approximate dates you obtained this experience, and an example that briefly describes your experience. If you have no experience in an area of responsibility, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Please limit your response to 200 words or less. 14 Which of the following have you conducted full-time* forat least one yearas part of your duties in inspecting and maintaining single unit trucks and/or equipment*? {Select all that Apply) * Full-time is considered an average of 40 hours a week * A single unit truck and/or equipment must include a Gross Vehicle Weight {GVWR) of at least 10,000 pounds + Regularly conducting pre- and post-trip inspections {e.g., checking tire pressure, oils, leaks, and brakes) + Cleaning vehicles and equipment {e.g., washing windows, removing debris) + Performing routine maintenance {e.g., adding oil, fuel, or radiator fluid; changing lightbulbs; lubricating equipment) + Reporting mechanical defects {e.g., completing documents and inspection forms, discrepancies) + I do not possess this experience. 15 To receive credit for the question 14, you must indicate your position title, employer, supervisor name and phone number, approximate dates you obtained this experience, and an example that briefly describes your experience. If you have no experience in an area of responsibility, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Please limit your response to 200 words or less. 16 Which of the following types of terrain do you have full-time experience* driving commercial vehicles through as part of your duties? {Select all that Apply) * Full-time is considered an average of 40 hours a week. + Urban areas {e.g., high density traffic, bridges) + Inclement weather {e.g., snow, ice, rain, fog) + Mountain roads {e.g., steep grades, sharp turns) + Off-road {e.g., mud, sand, uneven surface, slopes) + I do not possess this experience. 17 To receive credit for the question 16, you must indicate your position title, employer, supervisor name and phone number, approximate dates you obtained this experience, and an example that briefly describes your experience. If you have no experience in an area of responsibility, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Please limit your response to 200 words or less. 18 Which of the following devices and software applications are you proficient* in utilizing? (Select all that Apply} *Examples of proficient use are listed after each device/software. + E-mail software (e.g., Microsoft Outlook) - retrieving and sending e-mails, managing calendar appointments and meetings, and setting reminders + Utilizing Citizen Band and/or radio equipment - using for communication within a specific Organization + Navigation devices (e.g., GPS equipment) – using maps to plan and drive truck routes + Utilizing Mobile Data Computer system - using for communication within a specific organization + I do not possess this experience. 19 To receive credit for the question 18, you must indicate your position title, employer, supervisor name and phone number, approximate dates you obtained this experience, and an example that briefly describes your experience. If you have no experience in an area of responsibility, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Please limit your response to 200 words or less. 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