Truck Driver - Public Works (7355)

City and County of San Francisco•San Francisco, CA

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About The Position

San Francisco Public Works has multiple vacancies for Truck Drivers. Under general supervision, the Truck Driver drives and operates various motor vehicles and other automotive equipment in support of 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. The role may involve operating trucks and equipment, transporting and securing loads, performing routine vehicle and equipment care, completing inspections and reports, using a two-way radio, and carrying out related office tasks. Applicants must meet the stated experience, driving-record, and license requirements and submit the specified supporting documents.

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 without restrictions that would prohibit legally performing the essential functions and duties of the role.
Submit a copy of a Class B or Class A driver’s license with current Medical Certificate and a complete Department of Motor Vehicles printout dated within one month of the date requested; the printout must state “End” on its final page.
Submit all work experience, education, training, and other information substantiating minimum qualifications by the application deadline; resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.
Bus-driving experience does not qualify.

Responsibilities

Drive and operate trucks while pulling trailers, including operating compressors and pumps, using safety chains, and operating 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 drive 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.
Check oil, tires, fluid levels, and fuses.
Use 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.