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

As a Truck Driver, under general supervision, you will drive and operate various types of motor vehicles and other automotive equipment in connection with construction and maintenance operations.

Important and Essential Duties:

Your duties as a Truck Driver may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Drive and operate trucks in pulling trailers, to include pulling and operating compressors and pumps by using safety chains and the operation of 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, sand, and dispense materials at dump site.

• Operate multiple-unit tractor mowers and drive equipment in the maintenance of grounds and athletic fields.

• Operate street flushing and mounted air compressor equipment to load water, operate auxiliary pumps, and adjust sprayers.

• Load and unload heavy equipment (such as various types of earth-moving equipment) and construction materials such as aggregates and waste.

• Ensure that loads are properly and safely secured.

• Clean and perform light maintenance on vehicles and equipment. Check oil, tires, fluid levels, and fuses.

• Operate two-way radio for information and safety.

• Prepare daily reports that document driving activity, accidents, maintenance, and monthly summaries.

• Perform office tasks, including purchasing materials and supplies.

• Perform required DOT (Department of Transportation) and CHP (California Highway Patrol) inspections and complete appropriate forms.