TRUCK DRIVER, TANDEM AXLE
There is no civil service exam for Truck Driver, Tandem Axle. As a non-competitive state title, it is filled on the strength of meeting the listed qualifications.
It expects 1 year of relevant experience and a professional license. Pay on the FY2026 schedule runs $43,237 to $62,340, and state payroll currently lists 2 people in the title, most of them at Corrections.
How to get hired
- Truck Driver, Tandem Axle is non-competitive, so there is no ranked exam. You qualify by meeting the education and experience stated in the specification.
- Apply directly to the hiring agency when a vacancy is posted. The agency verifies that you meet the minimum requirements.
- Because there is no eligible list, hiring timelines are set by the agency rather than by a statewide certification.
Read the official specification at NJ Civil Service Commission.
Who employs this title
State payroll records show 2 people working under this title. The median actual salary is $48,073. The agencies employing the most are:
- Corrections (2)
Counts from NJ YourMoney agency payroll. See statewide workforce analytics.
Official job specification
The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator.
Definition
Under the supervision of a supervisory officer in a state department, institution, or agency operates, services, makes minor adjustments to, loads and unloads trucks with tandem/dual rear axles; does related work as required.
Examples of work
Receives written and/or oral assignments; drives trucks and other equipment of varied types used for highway maintenance and construction work, road oiling, snow plowing, and ice control work; assists with the repair and installation of snow plows and spreaders. Picks up, loads, unloads, and delivers materials of varied types to specified destinations; keeps records of receipts, deliveries, fuel consumption and mileage. Drives to designated locations; makes minor repairs and adjustments; keeps trucks supplied with gas, oil, and water; keeps garage clean and in order; keeps records of trips. Checks, cleans, greases, washes, and makes the required adjustments to trucks and other auxiliary equipment. Operates equipment such as lowboys, bulk tanks, flatbeds, and cement trucks. Operates snow removal equipment; helps to keep roads clear; assists in the repair of snow removal equipment; assists in the installation of snow plow attachments; loads and unloads and delivers snow plow equipment to various locations throughout the state. May be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
Experience
One (1) year of experience in the work involving the operation and routine maintenance of trucks with tandem/dual rear axles (i.e., 10-14 yard dump truck, flatbed, 5 ton wrecker, Gradal, and cement truck) and auxiliary equipment (i.e. snow plow, grader, salt spreader, power take-off, winch and lift body).
License
Appointees must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and applicable endorsements for the class and type of vehicle being operated.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Knowledge of the construction, care and maintenance and the competent, safe, and efficient operation of trucks and auxiliary equipment, including cleaning, lubricating, servicing of batteries, and care of tires and lights. Knowledge of the minor repair procedures that can be accomplished without recourse to the repair shop. Knowledge of the procedures involved in the loading, unloading, and delivering of various materials and in the preparation of simple records, invoices, and receipts. Knowledge of construction operations and procedures and of the proper use of mechanized equipment including cleaning, greasing, servicing, and making minor adjustments and repairs to the equipment. Ability to detect problems in the operation of mechanized highway and other construction equipment. Ability to detect truck driving and operating problems, organize assigned trucking and related work, and develop effective work methods. Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions and to perform tasks after oral and/or written explanations and demonstrations. Ability to operate trucks and auxiliary equipment in a safe and competent manner. Ability to load and unload varied types of freight. Ability to service, clean, and make minor repairs to trucking equipment. Ability to work effectively with supervisors, associates, and other persons having a part in the trucking operation. Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible. Code: O12- CAH 12/11/93
Note
The responsibility for ensuring that employees possess the required motor vehicle license, commensurate with the class and type of vehicles they operate, rests with the appointing authority.