Truck Driver (As-Needed) - Street Environmental Services - Public Works (7355)

City and County of San Francisco•San Francisco, CA

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Truck Driver drives and operates various types of motor vehicles and automotive equipment in connection with construction and maintenance operations for San Francisco Public Works. This is a temporary, as-needed position for on-call assignments, up to a maximum of 1,040 hours. The appointment is at the discretion of the appointing officer and is exempt from the competitive civil service examination process. Applicants seeking a permanent appointment must successfully compete in a Civil Service Examination. Applicants must submit a copy of a valid Class B or Class A driver license with a current Medical Certificate, as well as a complete, current Department of Motor Vehicles driving record printout. The printout must be dated within one month of the date requested and include “End” on its final page. Candidates must have a good driving record and a California driver license without restrictions that would prevent them from performing the job’s essential duties.

Requirements

Two years of verified experience as a truck driver using heavy construction equipment or other trucks over 26,000 pounds, such as winch trucks, semi-trailers, sweepers, multiple-unit tractor mowers, dump trucks, or other construction vehicles with power take-off units and/or lift gates.
A good driving record: no six or more violation points in the last 12 months, eight or more in the last 24 months, or ten or more in the last 36 months.
A valid Class B or Class A driver's license with a current Medical Certificate and no restriction on driving vehicles with air brakes.
A valid State of California driver's license without restrictions that would prohibit legally performing the essential functions and duties of the role.
Submit a copy of the driver license with current Medical Certificate and a complete DMV driving-record printout that is current, dated within one month of the date requested, and states “End” on its final page.
Bus-driving experience does not count as qualifying experience.
Include all work experience, education, training, and other information supporting minimum qualifications on the application by the filing deadline; resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.

Responsibilities

Drive and operate trucks while pulling trailers, including operating compressors and pumps with safety chains and power lift gates.
Drive and operate sweepers, maintain their brooms, and lubricate the units daily.
Drive dump trucks with power take-up units to haul brush, garbage, and sand, and dispense materials at dump sites.
Operate multiple-unit tractor mowers and other equipment to maintain grounds and athletic fields.
Operate street-flushing and mounted air-compressor equipment, including loading water, operating auxiliary pumps, and adjusting sprayers.
Load and unload heavy equipment, including earth-moving equipment, and construction materials such as aggregates and waste.
Ensure loads are properly and safely secured.
Clean vehicles and equipment and perform light maintenance, including checking oil, tires, fluid levels, and fuses.
Operate a two-way radio for information and safety.
Prepare daily reports documenting driving activity, accidents, and maintenance, as well as monthly summaries.
Perform office tasks, including purchasing materials and supplies.
Perform required Department of Transportation and California Highway Patrol inspections and complete the appropriate forms.