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

City and County of San Francisco•San Francisco, CA

1d•$47 - $59

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Truck Driver drives and operates various types of motor vehicles and other automotive equipment in connection with construction and maintenance operations. This is a temporary, as-needed, on-call position for up to a maximum of 1,040 hours. It is excluded from the competitive civil service examination process and serves at the discretion of the appointing officer. To be considered for a permanent appointment, the incumbent must successfully compete in a Civil Service Examination.

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. A candidate is considered a negligent driver and not qualified with 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 with no restrictions that would prohibit legally performing the essential functions and duties of the role.

Responsibilities

Drive and operate trucks while pulling trailers, including pulling and operating compressors and pumps with 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 equipment used 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 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.