Driver/Laborer

CITY OF NEW CARROLLTON • New Carrollton, MD

6d • $21 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Driver/Laborer performs general manual labor and operates commercial motor vehicles and other equipment in support of the City's Public Works operations. This position serves as a versatile member of the Public Works team, providing dependable transportation, materials delivery, equipment operation, maintenance, and general labor support. This is more than a driving position. As a Driver/Laborer, you will be a versatile and valued member of the Public Works team, operating commercial vehicles and equipment while supporting a wide range of municipal services and projects. From transporting materials and equipment to maintaining streets, assisting with sanitation, caring for parks and grounds, responding to severe weather, and supporting special projects, no two days are exactly alike.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years of experience operating commercial motor vehicles.
• One (1) year of experience in public works, construction, grounds maintenance, sanitation, facilities maintenance, or a closely related field.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to enter information electronically and read, compose, and send email.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and safety procedures.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B or higher, with an acceptable driving record.
• All candidates considered for the position will be required to successfully pass a background investigation.
• Pre-employment and random drug screenings are required.

Nice To Haves

• Passenger (P) endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Operates City-owned trucks, commercial motor vehicles, and other assigned vehicles and equipment requiring a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and City policies.
• Performs required pre-trip and post-trip inspections; maintains vehicle logs, inspection records, and other required documentation; and promptly reports mechanical defects, safety concerns, and needed repairs.
• Safely loads, secures, transports, and unloads materials, supplies, tools, equipment, debris, and other loads in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, weight restrictions, and City policies.
• Performs a variety of manual labor activities in support of Public Works operations, including streets, sidewalks, drainage, rights-of-way, parks, grounds, sanitation, facilities, fleet, and related municipal functions.
• Assists with grounds and landscaping maintenance, including mowing, trimming, planting, weeding, mulching, leaf removal, brush removal, and related activities.
• Assists with street and right-of-way maintenance, including pothole repair, debris removal, sign installation, traffic control, and related activities.
• Assists with the collection, removal, transportation, and disposal of leaves, brush, litter, refuse, debris, and other materials.
• Operates hand tools, power tools, and other equipment as assigned and in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Provides cross-functional support throughout Public Works and may be assigned to different work crews or operational functions based on staffing needs, employee absences, seasonal demands, special projects, emergencies, severe weather events, or other operational requirements.
• Assists with loading, unloading, staging, and transporting materials and equipment for construction, maintenance, repair, and special projects.
• Maintains assigned vehicles, equipment, tools, and work areas in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Uses appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and complies with established safety procedures, applicable laws and regulations, and City policies.
• Maintains a professional, courteous, and service-oriented manner when interacting with residents, employees, contractors, vendors, and members of the public.
• Promptly reports hazardous conditions, accidents, injuries, property damage, vehicle or equipment malfunctions, and other safety concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Completes required forms, logs, checklists, and other documentation accurately and timely.
• Responds to emergency, severe weather, and other operational situations as directed and may be required to work outside normal business hours.
• Works overtime, evenings, weekends, holidays, and during emergency or severe weather conditions as required to meet operational needs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED