Truck Driver B23

Truck Driver B23

Salary

$38,521.60 - $40,664.00 Annually

Location

Albuquerque, NM

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2601143

Department

Animal Welfare

Division

AW-Dead Animal

Opening Date

07/06/2026

Closing Date

7/20/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Bargaining Unit

BL

• Description
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Position Summary

Drive and operate vehicles to pick up, load, transport and dispose of deceased animals and various cargo throughout the City. Perform basic preventive maintenance on assigned vehicles to include but not limited to checking tire pressure and fluids. Operate other auxiliary equipment frequently attached to trucks.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essentialfunctions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below. Mustbe able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without areasonable accommodation.

• Drive and operate vehicles to transport various cargos to assigned city destinations; load and unload cargo to and from vehicle.
• Load trucks with deceased animals that may have zoonotic disease, toxic materials, heavy machinery, mineral aggregates, bulky trash, or pipes, or; shovel dirt, asphalt, trash, and debris.
• Perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment to include checking tire pressure, fluids, wiper blades, and brake lights. Monitor needed oil change and needed maintenance of vehicle. Coordinate with City fleet management for necessary maintenance.
• Operate all attachments to transport vehicles including hoists, drums, and other auxiliary equipment frequently attached to trucks.
• Make daily operation and maintenance reports at end of work shift.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• May direct and coordinate the activities of two or more laborers in order to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Perform a variety of general maintenance duties.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education directly related to the minimum requirements below may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

High school diploma or GED; and

Two (2) years transport vehicle operation experience.

Experience with handling deceased animals and vehicle maintenance experience preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Drivers License or the ability to obtain within ninety (90) days from date of hire.

Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from hire date.

Working Conditions

Environmental:

Field environment; travel from site to site; exposure to dust, noise, heavy construction equipment, deceased animals, zoonotic diseases, toxic materials; work in inclement weather conditions.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, and climbing; moderate to heavy lifting; and operating motorized equipment and vehicles.

Total Rewards. Total You.

The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!

Paid holidays? Check

Paid parental leave? Check

Paid birthdays off? Check

Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check

Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.

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01

Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).

• No High School Diploma
• High School Diploma or GED
• Non/degree accredited- Some College
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Juris Doctorate
• Doctorate

02

Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.

• No experience
• 1 to less than 6 months
• 6 to less than 12 months
• 1 year to 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 to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years to less than 11 years
• 11 years to less than 12 years
• 12 years to less than 13 years
• 13 or more years

03

Do you have experience handling deceased animals?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have vehicle maintenance experience?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you possess a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Drivers License)?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Albuquerque

Address 400 Marquette N.W.

Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103

Phone 505 768-3700

Website http://CABQ.GOV