TEX As-Needed - Truck Driver (7355) - San Francisco Public Library (146947)
About The Position
Under general supervision, the Truck Driver drives and operates various types of motor vehicles for the pickup and delivery of library materials, mails, equipment, and (including unloading and loading) of library materials, mail, equipment and supplies to and from the Main Library, Support Services Center, 750 Brannan Street, 1455 Market Street, Branch Library Locations, and other designated locations as assigned. The San Francisco Public Library (SFPL) is dedicated to connecting our diverse communities to learning, opportunities and each other. The library system includes the architecturally significant Main Library, an anchor institution in the City’s Civic Center, 27 neighborhood branch libraries that serve all neighborhoods throughout the City, three administrative buildings and four bookmobiles. With a collection of more than 3.7 million items, and circulation exceeding 14 million each year, SFPL serves more than 4 million visitors annually. The library embraces its role as the most democratic of institutions, providing safe and welcoming facilities for all. Through a robust array of services and programs, the library places an emphasis on literacy and learning, digital inclusion, social justice, equity, and healthy communities. The San Francisco Public Library (SFPL) must build a culture, space, and workplace that is accessible and welcoming to all current and future employees, and to actively build an environment in which all people, regardless of background, identity, or ability, can be equal participants. In this way, our staff at all organizational levels can reflect the communities we serve. A safe, equitable public library is an actively anti-racist public library. Creating an inclusive public library means aligning with the lived realities of people of color. The San Francisco Public Library is committed to advancing racial equity for our workforce and community. SFPL will actively engage in anti-racist practice, programs, and collection development in carrying out the Library’s mission.
Requirements
- Two (2) 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. An applicant will be considered a negligent driver (and there not qualified) if their driving record shows six (6) or more violation points in the last twelve (12) months, or eight (8) or more violation points in the last twenty-four (24) months, or ten (10) or more violation points in the last thirty-six (36) months.
- Possession of a valid Class B or Class A driver's license with current Medical Certificate.
- License must have no restriction on driving vehicles with air brakes.
Nice To Haves
- Basic knowledge of operation and care of light trucks and various vehicles
- Safe work practices to protect the safety of oneself and others
- Willingness and ability to work with limited direct supervision
- Schedule flexibility is required, including availability to work on an as-needed basis to support operational needs.
Responsibilities
- Arranges outgoing and incoming bins in the truck for pickup and delivery
- Places delivery bins in designated drop off spaces as directed by location
- Utilizes and understands the San Francisco Public Library color coded bin system
- Ensures that loads are properly and safely secured
- Cleans and does light maintenance on vehicles and equipment by checking oil, tires and fluid levels, and changes fuses
- Communicates with supervisors regarding route delivery for information and safety
- Prepares in writing a variety of reports such as daily reports which list driving activity, accident reports, maintenance reports
- Performs DOT (Department of Transportation) and CHP (CA Highway Patrol) inspections and completes appropriate forms
- Maintains and records statistical data on the number of bins, items, and articles delivered and collected
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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