Street Department Truck Driver In Public Works

Job Title

Street Department Truck Driver in Public Works

Reports To

Street Department Foreman

Salary

$19.90 per hour

Job Purpose

• Under the direction of the Street Department Foreman of Public Works, the Street Department Truck Driver operates trucks to plow snow, transport equipment, materials and/or work crews to assigned locations. Truck driver position also provides general labor on job sites and/or projects. Employees are given specific assignments by a foreman or supervisor for their daily work activities.

Duties and Responsibilities - Not All Inclusive

Employee is responsible for the operation of City vehicles and equipment, general labor activities and other duties assigned.

• Operate a dump truck, haul sand, gravel, cement, stone, dirt and other materials on various projects. Operate a truck to plow and salt icy and/or snow-covered roads.

• Tow trailers, compressors, pressure washer, rollers and other equipment.

• Assist in the work of a crew, such as cleaning streets and storm sewers, laying storm sewer pipe, patching and paving road surfaces.

• Help load and unload trucks.

• Perform daily vehicle inspection of the assigned equipment/truck and maintain accurate logbooks.

• Complete work orders, daily work sheets, vehicle repair orders and other required records.

• General labor for specific jobs. Examples are cutting grass, weed cutting, landscaping, painting and janitorial functions.

• Emergency callouts and scheduled callouts will be required when determined necessary by the Foreman, Superintendent and/or the Director.

• All other tasks as assigned by the Superintendent and/or Director.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

• One year experience in the operation of a single chassis truck or a vehicle of equal complexity.

• Must be at least 21 years of age and in good physical condition.

• Knowledge of principles of automotive equipment operation.

• Knowledge of the component parts of automotive vehicles.

• Knowledge of the geography of the area and the location of the streets within the City of Weirton.

• Ability to make minor motor vehicle repairs.

• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

Working Conditions

• Some inside work but mostly field work is required

• Field work may be in adverse weather conditions

Physical Requirements

• Applicant must be in good physical condition

• Work will require the ability up to lift 50#

• Work will require the ability to walk substantial distances and at steep grades

Other Requirements

• Must possess valid CDL driver's license.

• Must pass physical examination, including DOT drug and alcohol screening.

• Safe driving record

Direct Reports

• None

Job Details

Category Public Works Opportunities Status Open Posted June 26, 2024 3:00 PM Closing Open Until Filled

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