Truck Driver - Public Works (7355)

City and County of San Francisco•San Francisco, CA

3h•$96,772 - $123,188

About The Position

San Francisco Public Works is hiring multiple Truck Drivers. Under general supervision, the Truck Driver drives and operates various motor vehicles and automotive equipment in connection with construction and maintenance operations. The appointment is Temporary-Exempt, is not permanent, is excluded from the competitive Civil Service examination process, serves at the discretion of the Appointing Officer, and may not exceed 36 months.

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: applicants are not qualified if their record shows 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 California driver’s license with no restrictions that would prevent the applicant from legally performing the essential functions and duties of the role.
Submit a copy of the Class B or Class A driver’s license and current Medical Certificate, a current Department of Motor Vehicles printout, and required verification of qualifying experience.
Bus-driving experience does not count as qualifying experience.

Responsibilities

Drive trucks pulling trailers, including operating compressors and pumps, using safety chains, and operating power lift gates.
Drive and operate sweepers, maintain brooms, and lubricate the unit 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, load water, operate auxiliary pumps, and adjust 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 and perform light maintenance on vehicles and equipment, 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.