STREET MAINT. TRUCK DRIVER
Incumbent is usually assigned as a Truck Driver in Motor Vehicle Highway.
DUTIES
- Performs preventative maintenance and reports needed repairs and damages to vehicles.
- Operates vehicles in excess of ½ ton capacity including, but not limited to gasoline and diesel dump trucks, etc., to perform various duties including hauling and driver training.
- Oversees installation and use of truck tarpaulin when hauling.
- Trains other employees to operate/drive trucks when necessary.
- Acts as crew leader.
- Performs duties of lesser classification when necessary.
- Works any shift, overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned and assists other employees as required.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
High school diploma or equivalent preferred; will consider applicants without diploma based upon experience demonstration required abilities and skills.
Must have a Commercial Drivers License with proper endorsements.
Incumbent must be able to read and write and possess mechanical aptitude.
RESPONSIBILITY
A reasonable degree of accuracy required in completing assigned tasks. Work is performed under moderate supervision with incumbent reporting to Superintendent of Motor Vehicle Highway, the Foreman, or Leadman. Recommends or requests deviations from general instructions when necessary. May supervise Laborers.
PHYSICAL EFFORT
Physical effort is regularly exerted for prolonged periods. Strain may be intense for frequent durations. Effort involves lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching and bending, in additions, must meet established physical requirements. Must possess good manual dexterity. In addition, must meet and/or perform all established physical requirements.
WORK CONDITIONS
Works outside in all weather conditions with normal exposure to dust, grease, temperature, and noise. May have occasional exposure to hazardous working conditions including noise, fumes, vibration, and moving parts.
