CDL Driver - Streets & Sanitation
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JOIN OUR TEAM! The City of Clinton is seeking a dependable, safety-conscious, and hardworking individual to join our Streets & Sanitation Division as a CDL Driver . If you enjoy working outdoors, operating trucks and equipment, working as part of a team, and serving your community, we encourage you to apply! This position performs skilled and semi-skilled work operating City vehicles and equipment used for solid waste collection, street maintenance, grounds maintenance, and other Streets & Sanitation operations. WHAT YOU'LL DO Primary responsibilities include: Operate sanitation trucks and other commercial vehicles used in Streets & Sanitation operations Operate various City vehicles and equipment, which may include sanitation trucks, knuckle boom clam trucks, leaf trucks, asphalt trucks, street sweepers, dump trucks, sand spreaders, skid steers, forklifts, mowers, tractors, backhoes, and related equipment Collect and transport solid waste, yard debris, and other materials Assist with street, right-of-way, grounds, and general maintenance activities Perform daily pre-trip and equipment inspections Identify and report vehicle or equipment malfunctions Perform routine cleaning, fueling, greasing, and basic maintenance of assigned vehicles and equipment Maintain required inspection and maintenance documentation Safely operate hand and power tools as needed Assist other crew members with daily assignments Follow City policies and all applicable safety and DOT requirements Respond to after-hours emergencies and participate in standby/on-call assignments when required Perform other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or GED from an acceptable accredited program, supplemented by at least six months of experience in municipal streets and sanitation operations, equipment operation, general maintenance work, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of acceptable education, training, and experience Valid driver's license and safe driving record Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL), or ability to obtain a Class B CDL within six (6) months of employment Ability to safely operate commercial vehicles, trucks, equipment, and tools associated with the position Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions Ability to work independently and as part of a crew Ability to maintain regular and consistent attendance Ability to communicate professionally with coworkers, supervisors, and the public Commitment to safe work practices CDL & DRUG/ALCOHOL TESTING REQUIREMENTS This is a safety-sensitive position subject to applicable U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing requirements , including random drug and alcohol testing. Employees must maintain all licenses and qualifications required to operate assigned vehicles and equipment. PHYSICAL & WORKING CONDITIONS This is an active position that requires working outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, which may include: Walking, standing, sitting, reaching, stooping, crouching, climbing, and bending Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials, tools, and equipment Entering and exiting commercial vehicles and heavy equipment Operating vehicles, machinery, hand tools, and power tools Working outdoors in heat, cold, humidity, rain, wind, dust, pollen, and other environmental conditions Wearing required personal protective equipment, including safety footwear and appropriate head, hand, and eye protection WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR We're looking for someone who: Puts safety first Is dependable and reports to work consistently and on time Takes care of assigned vehicles and equipment Works well as part of a crew Can follow directions and complete assignments with limited supervision Takes pride in providing quality service to the community Is willing to learn and take on different assignments as needed EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The City of Clinton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employees of the City of Clinton and applicants for employment will be afforded equal opportunity in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, religion, political affiliation, national origin, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, age, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS Reasonable accommodations may be available to qualified employees and applicants with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended (ADAAA). Individuals requiring an accommodation during the application or selection process should provide the City with reasonable advance notice. POSITION DISCLAIMER The information contained in this posting is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be, nor should it be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions associated with the position. Duties, responsibilities, and assignments may be modified or assigned as necessary to meet the operational needs of the City of Clinton.
The City of Clinton is seeking a dependable, safety-conscious, and hardworking individual to join our Streets & Sanitation Division as a CDL Driver .
If you enjoy working outdoors, operating trucks and equipment, working as part of a team, and serving your community, we encourage you to apply!
This position performs skilled and semi-skilled work operating City vehicles and equipment used for solid waste collection, street maintenance, grounds maintenance, and other Streets & Sanitation operations.
Primary responsibilities include
- Operate sanitation trucks and other commercial vehicles used in Streets & Sanitation operations
- Operate various City vehicles and equipment, which may include sanitation trucks, knuckle boom clam trucks, leaf trucks, asphalt trucks, street sweepers, dump trucks, sand spreaders, skid steers, forklifts, mowers, tractors, backhoes, and related equipment
- Collect and transport solid waste, yard debris, and other materials
- Assist with street, right-of-way, grounds, and general maintenance activities
- Perform daily pre-trip and equipment inspections
- Identify and report vehicle or equipment malfunctions
- Perform routine cleaning, fueling, greasing, and basic maintenance of assigned vehicles and equipment
- Maintain required inspection and maintenance documentation
- Safely operate hand and power tools as needed
- Assist other crew members with daily assignments
- Follow City policies and all applicable safety and DOT requirements
- Respond to after-hours emergencies and participate in standby/on-call assignments when required
- Perform other duties as assigned
- High school diploma or GED from an acceptable accredited program, supplemented by at least six months of experience in municipal streets and sanitation operations, equipment operation, general maintenance work, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of acceptable education, training, and experience
- Valid driver's license and safe driving record
- Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL), or ability to obtain a Class B CDL within six (6) months of employment
- Ability to safely operate commercial vehicles, trucks, equipment, and tools associated with the position
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions
- Ability to work independently and as part of a crew
- Ability to maintain regular and consistent attendance
- Ability to communicate professionally with coworkers, supervisors, and the public
- Commitment to safe work practices
- This is a safety-sensitive position subject to applicable U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing requirements , including random drug and alcohol testing.
- Employees must maintain all licenses and qualifications required to operate assigned vehicles and equipment.
- This is an active position that requires working outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions.
- Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, which may include:
- Walking, standing, sitting, reaching, stooping, crouching, climbing, and bending
- Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials, tools, and equipment
- Entering and exiting commercial vehicles and heavy equipment
- Operating vehicles, machinery, hand tools, and power tools
- Working outdoors in heat, cold, humidity, rain, wind, dust, pollen, and other environmental conditions
- Wearing required personal protective equipment, including safety footwear and appropriate head, hand, and eye protection
- We're looking for someone who:
- Puts safety first
- Is dependable and reports to work consistently and on time
- Takes care of assigned vehicles and equipment
- Works well as part of a crew
- Can follow directions and complete assignments with limited supervision
- Takes pride in providing quality service to the community
- Is willing to learn and take on different assignments as needed
- The City of Clinton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employees of the City of Clinton and applicants for employment will be afforded equal opportunity in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, religion, political affiliation, national origin, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, age, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
- Reasonable accommodations may be available to qualified employees and applicants with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended (ADAAA). Individuals requiring an accommodation during the application or selection process should provide the City with reasonable advance notice.
- The information contained in this posting is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be, nor should it be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions associated with the position.
- Duties, responsibilities, and assignments may be modified or assigned as necessary to meet the operational needs of the City of Clinton.
Benefits
- We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including City paid health care, City paid basic dental, vision, retirement, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, suppliemental insurance, YMCA membership, Employee Assistance Program, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.
Supplemental Questions
I currently possess a valid Class A CDL.
I currently possess a valid Class B CDL.
I currently possess another class of CDL.
I do not currently possess a CDL, but I am willing and able to obtain a Class B CDL within six (6) months of employment.
I do not possess a CDL and am not willing or able to obtain one within six (6) months.
No experience
Less than 6 months
6 months to less than 1 year
1 to less than 3 years
3 to less than 5 years
5 or more years
Sanitation trucks
Knuckle boom clam trucks
Leaf trucks
Asphalt trucks
Street sweepers
Dump trucks
Sand spreaders
Skid steers
Forklifts
Mowers
Tractors
Backhoes
Other commercial/heavy equipment
I have not operated any of the equipment listed above
I regularly perform inspections independently.
I have performed inspections with some supervision or assistance.
I have limited experience performing inspections.
I have no experience but am willing to learn.
Yes
No
3 or more years
I do not have this type of experience
Stop or secure the equipment as appropriate and promptly report the concern according to established procedures.
Continue operating the equipment unless it becomes completely unusable.
Attempt major repairs myself before notifying a supervisor.
Wait until the end of the shift to determine whether the problem needs to be reported.
I am unsure what I would do.
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