Sweeper Operator I (Public Facilities)

METRO•Houston, TX

1d•$17

About The Position

Responsible for the safe and effective operation of heavy equipment used in public spaces, facility parking areas, streets, bus and rail lanes, and gutter cleaning. Work is performed with considerable independence under general supervision and is reviewed for results produced. Performs duties in a safe, efficient manner and in compliance with all applicable rules and safety procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of one (1) year stable work experience.
A valid Texas Drivers’ License is required and must meet METRO’s requirements regarding motor vehicle records.
Good (verbal/written) communication skills.
Able to complete/fill-out written reports, records, and forms.
Able to effectively use smart devices for the purpose of completing reports and/or communicating with management.
Able to drive support equipment/vehicles; pick up or flat-bed trucks, tractor, sweepers, lawnmowers, etc.
Able to maintain and/or obtain additional licensing or certifications as required.

Nice To Haves

Work experience in general facility maintenance repair preferred.
Will also accept any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.

Responsibilities

Operates a motorized small sweeper vehicle on assigned routes and schedules.
Maintains accurate daily records of all work performed, to include road hazards such as abandoned vehicles, tree clearances, and pavement conditions which may have impeded sweeping operations.
Maneuvers small sweeper on the rail line, along sidewalks, and near the curb to clean streets and gutters, operates controls to activate brushes and water spray for the removal of dust and pick up of litter, refills machine water tank as necessary.
Performs general equipment servicing, cleans motor sweeper; checks for broom and regenerative blower system; reports mechanical or other equipment problems; checks and fills oil, water, and fuel.
Checks tires, lights, reflectors, mirrors, radio, and gauges on the small sweeper before operation; fills water tank.
Makes minor adjustments to the small sweeper on the route; reports damage requiring extensive or complex adjustments or repairs; washes and cleans sweeper at end of shift.
Reports mileage, water source/consumption, number/location of dumps and other operational details.
Cleans and pressure washes rail platforms and stations, shelters, park and ride platforms, transit center platforms and bus stops.
Maintains, cleans and removes trash, graffiti, human waste and dead animals from rail platforms and stations, shelters, park and rides, transit centers and bus stops.
Performs flagging duties along METRO Rail system to ensure safe train movement.
Provides excellent customer service to METRO internal and external customers.
Applies SMS (Safety Management System) methods and principles in daily routine and supports all aspects of the agency’s Public Agency Safety Plan (PTASP).
Promotes safety awareness and follows safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents.
Performs other job-related duties as required.