Top 1218 Transportation Jobs in Ankeny Ia

Transfer Station Driver
Metro Waste Authority —Mitchellville, IA
- $33.38 an hour
- Customer service
- CDL A
- Mid-level
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13d
Driver - Flexible Schedule
UZURV Drivers —Des Moines, IA
- $26 - $28 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Driver's License
- Driving
- Flexible schedule
CDL A Truck Driver
US Foods, Inc. —Grimes, IA
- $32.09 - $34.14 an hour
- Overtime
- Customer service
- English
- CDL A
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
Freelance Auto Transport Driver
PARS INC —Des Moines, IA
- $1 - $33 an hour
- Contract
- Clean driving record
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Flexible schedule
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Supervisor, Envoy Airport Services
Envoy Air Inc. —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Writing skills
- English
Parts Driver
Karl Chevrolet —Ankeny, IA
- Full-time
- Dealership
- Driver's License
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
2026-27 Van Driver
Bondurant-Farrar Community School District —Bondurant, IA
- Part-time
- Entry level
6d
Delivery Driver
GRX Holdings, LLC dba Medicap Pharmacy —Ankeny, IA
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- High school
- Basic math
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
Transportation Carrier Representative
Cargill —Ankeny, IA
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
Transportation Assistant - Transportation Coordinator
US Veterans Health Administration —Des Moines, IA
- $45,777 - $59,510 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Psychiatry
- Pass drug screening
1d
Part Time Delivery Driver
Arnold Motor Supply —Ankeny, IA
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Driver's License
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
23h
Transportation Associate
Amazon.com Services LLC —Bondurant, IA
- $26.00 - $27.50 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- 5 years
- Pass drug screening
- Employee assistance program
- 401(k) matching
Local Non CDL Company Driver - Full Benefits & Paid Time Off
Forward Air —Des Moines, IA
- $20.95 an hour
- Full-time
- Local
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
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14d
Box Truck Driver
Rivas Transport LLC —Ankeny, IA
- $600 - $1,000 a week
- Part-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Heavy lifting
- Paid training
- Fuel card
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10d
Cargo Van Driver
Supreme Transportation —Des Moines, IA
- $1,000 - $1,500 a week
- Full-time
- Background check
- Dedicated
- Pass drug screening
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11d
Transportation Security Officer
US Transportation Security Administration —Des Moines, IA
- $46,479 - $57,306 a year
- Overtime
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Travel reimbursement
- Paid holidays
Parts-Delivery Driver
Ascendance Truck Centers —Ankeny, IA
- Full-time
- Dealership
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Paid parental leave
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Part-Time Transportation Assistant
Iowa Donor Network —Altoona, IA
- $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
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14d
Logistics Cordinator
Mrs. Clark's Foods —Ankeny, IA
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Warehouse
- Warehouse experience
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Parts Delivery Driver
Bob Brown Chevrolet —Urbandale, IA
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Dealership
- Driver's License
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Transfer Station Driver

Metro Waste Authority -
Mitchellville, IA

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Job Details

$33.38 an hour
13 days ago

Qualifications

Customer communication
Safety regulations
CDL A
Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence
DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations
Safety hazards
Air Brake Endorsement
Navigation systems
Safety equipment
Manual transmission
Safety standard operating procedures
Tanker Endorsement

Full Job Description

Position Summary

The Metro Transfer Station Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of solid waste, leachate, recyclables, and other materials between Metro Waste Authority facilities and to the applicable treatment facilities. This role ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements under DOT guidelines and contributes to the cleanliness, safety, and professionalism of MWA operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Operates tractor-trailer truck to haul solid waste from transfer station to landfill; follows established procedures in loading, securing, and unloading materials.
Operates tanker-trailer truck to transport leachate to off-site treatment facilities.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of tractor, trailer, and trailer, and tarping systems in accordance with DOT guidelines.
Completes daily operation reports including documentation of equipment maintenance needs.
Assists in the repair and maintenance of tractor-trailers, and related mechanical equipment.
Understands and complies with all DOT and MWA regulations and policies governing the transport and delivery of solid waste materials.
Maintains buildings, grounds, and premises of the physical facilities to ensure the workplace is tidy, clean, and safe.
Cleans up debris and litter at all MWA facilities.
Provides courteous external and internal customer service according to MWA Customer Service standards.
Understands and properly manages interactions with the public while driving to include public perception of MWA driver’s professionalism, litter control and overall image.
Adheres to all applicable laws and regulations.

Environmental Stewardship – Demonstrates an understanding of Metro Waste Authority’s Environmental Management System (EMS). Guided by the EMS processes and procedures, we focus on six main areas aimed at increasing diversion and/or protecting the environment. These include:

Recycling
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Organics Management
Water Quality Improvement
Greenhouse Gas Reduction
Environmental Education

MWA Values - Demonstrates an understanding of Metro Waste Authority’s values and applies them to the position, and assigned responsibilities, as well as to all interactions with customers and co-workers.

Leadership – Set the example because everyone is a leader!
Integrity – Always do what is right!
Positivity – Bring our best to every task, every day and bring out the best in your colleagues!
Teamwork – Collaborate because we know that together we will address opportunities and challenges!
Innovation – Forge a new path and evolve!

Behavioral Competencies

Communicates Effectively - Expresses ideas and information in a clear and concise manner; tailors message to fit the interests and needs of the audience; delivers information in a manner that is interesting and compelling to the listener
Demonstrating Initiative – Takes action on his/her own without being prompted; handles problems independently; able to resolve issues without relying on extensive help from others; does more than is expected or asked.
Following Policies and Procedures - Understands and follows company policies; encourages others to follow work rules; calls attention to actions that may violate policies and procedures.
Performs Physical/Mechanical Tasks - Uses his/her hands effectively; able to perform tasks that require a high level of manual dexterity; able to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time; adept at working with machinery.
Safety - Demonstrates “Safety First” in every activity; reports hazards and incidents promptly; fosters a culture of Safety, Service, Schedule with team interactions.
Managing Time – Accurately estimates time required to complete actions and activities; adheres to schedules and timetables; completes things when he/she said they would; sensitive to the use of other people’s time.
Meeting Basic Work Expectations – Complies with basic job requirements and tasks; arrives at work on time as scheduled; proactively informs others when he/she encounters problems that may limit his/her ability to meet expectations.
Serving Customers - Builds strong relationships with customers; stays aware of customer needs, concerns and satisfaction; responds promptly to customer questions and requests; effectively manages customer expectations.

Travel

This position requires travel in and around the Des Moines metro area to support all Metro Waste Authority Facilities.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Valid Commercial driver’s license (CDLA) w/ job related endorsements (Tanker, Airbrake)
1-3 years’ experience on and off-road driving
Knowledge of FMCSA Clearinghouse Procedures
Operates manual and automatic transmission vehicles
Ability to use onboard vehicle systems and GPS routing tools
Familiarity with safety protocols and PPE usage

Preferred Education & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Physical Demands

Maximum occasional floor to waist lift, 50 lbs.; Maximum occasional above shoulder lifting, 50 lbs.; Maximum occasional bilateral or preferred carry, 50 lbs.; Maximum occasional horizontal/lateral push/pull, 50 lbs. of force; Maximum occasional right/left grip, 85 lbs. of force; Maximum frequent right/left 2-point/3-point/lateral pinch, 10/15/25 lbs. of force; Constant forward/lateral reaching; Occasional above shoulder reaching; Constant sitting; Occasional standing; Occasional walking; Occasional stair climbing; Occasional ladder/equipment climbing to 18 in.; Occasional squatting; Occasional kneeling; Occasional crouching; Occasional bending; Occasional stooping; Occasional twisting.

Work Environment

Work is performed in an environment with undesirable conditions: exposure to extreme heat and cold, odors, noise, dust, fumes, moving parts, electrical shock, burns and toxic agents. Occupational hazards such as those generally associated with ongoing exposure to moving machinery/equipment leading to cuts, bruises, burns, strains, back injuries, and potentially more serious injuries. Knowledge of commercial driving regulations and demonstrated skill in maneuvering vehicles in difficult situations such as narrow passageways and ice covered and slick road surfaces. Regular exposure to undesirable elements such as wind, rain, snow, high or low temperatures, as well as extremely hazardous road conditions which could lead to significant consequences.

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