Service Worker / Driver #101

Required Work Experience

• At least two years of experience driving oversized delivery trucks to deliver materials, preferably including the operation of fork-lifts.

Required Special Skills/ Knowledge

• Knowledge of departmental rules, regulations, procedures and functions.
• Knowledge of office equipment, computers and relevant software/Web applications, and spreadsheets and databases.
• Knowledge of alpha/numeric methods used to store items.
• Physical strength, agility, and dexterity required to perform the work.
• Ability to safely operate a fork-lift, delivery truck, and other vehicles.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and the public.
• Ability to learn traffic routes and the location of governmental buildings and installations in and around the Washington, D.C. area in confined spaces.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Possession of valid driver’s license for at least three years and a good driving record.
• This position may require the incumbent to be available for sudden recall in response to emergency events affecting the Senate campus/community, which may include after-hour or weekend work, and to potentially deploy to alternate sites in support of the Senate’s contingency operations.

As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role. 

Desired Qualifications

• Valid Forklift Certification with a commitment to maintaining certification.
• Proficiency in processing inventory requests with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
• Familiarity with various shipping methods to facilitate effective coordination of deliveries.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact with team members and clients.
• Basic computer skills for maintaining records and tracking inventory.
• A valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed indoors and/or outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Work requires frequent physical effort such as walking, sitting, climbing, bending, standing, safely lifting and carrying objects up to 50 pounds, and pushing and pulling crates or cartons of supplies.
• Work also requires physical dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs, and body in the operation of hand and motorized equipment.
• Work exposes the employees to noise. Protective equipment such as steel-toed shoes and gloves may be required.
• Work requires employees to wearing uniforms.