Truck Driver II- Sanitation

NATURE OF WORK
The purposes of this position are to perform semi-skilled municipal maintenance and construction work and operate heavy trucks as required to complete work assignments. Included are assignments such as refuse collection, snow and ice control operations, street cleaning, other seasonal clearing and cleaning operations and maintenance, improving traffic and pedestrian access and sight distances; grounds maintenance, loading, transporting and implementing job and work safety procedures.

SUPERVISION
Work is performed under the general direction of the Public Works Director, General Foreman or their designee. Incumbent plans and carries out daily work with a degree of independence and teamwork. Performance is subject to review according to the City's personnel plan through observation, reports and the results achieved.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to, or extension of, the position.

1. Regularly operate roll-off trucks, sanitation trucks, varied GVW ten-and six-wheel dump and flatbed trucks or smaller with or without a trailer.

2. May direct the work of semi-skilled and unskilled workers in routine maintenance and refuse collection activities, the replacing of containers in an acceptable manner, and other duties as assigned while operating a sanitation vehicle.

3. Assures a generally clean appearance of curb and roadsides during refuse collection operations. Assists with customer education in proper refuse disposal methods.

4. Operates on an emergency and seasonal basis trucks and equipment for winter snow and ice removal and control and other seasonal clean-up operations.

5. When not engaged in operating a truck, this position performs various semi-skilled tasks essential to public works and utility operations using a wide variety of power, pneumatic, and hand tools.

6. Prepares, maintains, and performs job site and work safety practices.

7. Is subject to call out to respond to emergencies after normal working hours.

8. In addition to the duties listed above, this position continues to perform all duties and responsibilities of the Laborer classification, as operationally required.

EXAMPLES OF OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Prepares, maintains and reports work according to approved formats and procedures.

2. Operates and checks vehicles, attachments and tools for correct fluid levels, pressures, and general operating condition. Cleans and washes any assigned vehicles. Services equipment and makes minor field repairs and adjustments. Reports repair needs to supervisors and the Fleet General Foreman.

3. Performs other duties as may be assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
An incumbent in this position consistently demonstrates a(n)...

1. Knowledge of truck operation and record keeping.

2. Ability to determine an appropriate way to undertake various tasks and projects, plan the work, effectively direct other assigned employees in their work and to efficiently and effectively complete assigned work. An understanding of the interdependence between assigned work or projects and the entire job and the sequence in which work should be performed.

3. Ability to effectively and safely use power and pneumatic driven tools, hand tools, specialized machines and equipment and a working knowledge of the characteristics of materials used i.e., their purpose, suitability for application or use and useful life.

4. A strong commitment to producing excellent work and work products in the most cost-effective manner possible.

5. On-going development and training of acquired skills and knowledge in the efficient, safe, and effective use of trucks, materials, tools and time.

6. Strong personal example to provide excellent services to external and internal customers.

7. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, co-workers, employees in other divisions or municipal departments and City officials.

8. Ability to communicate easily and appropriately with the general public, City staff, and government officials at all levels.

ENVIRONMENT, WORKING CONDITIONS, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL EFFORT
Work is performed in garage, yard, field locations and while driving and requires substantial physical dexterity, strength and use of all limbs and most fingers. This includes the ability to work in and around all types of job sites and projects, potentially work in confined spaces, and to lift up to 80 pounds unassisted. Work is performed inside and outside in all weather conditions.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants for this position should have graduated from high school or have earned a graduate equivalent diploma (GED). A strong knowledge of how to care for, operate and use heavy equipment effectively and efficiently and not less than three (3) years’ experience in construction or maintenance work.

Must possess a valid commercial driver’s license, class B and have no offenses which would prohibit or restrict any insurance carrier providing coverage to the City.

Additional certifications and licensing may be required.

(The above descriptions are illustrative. They are intended as guides for personnel actions and are not complete itemizations of all facets of any job.)

DISCLAIMER
The essential functions and duties described herein are normal for this position. They are intended as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similarly related or a logical assignment to or extension of the position. Other duties may be required and assigned by the supervisor. The City of Portsmouth is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. The City is committed to providing access to equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our Human Resources Director by phone 603-610-4478.

APPLICATION SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Finalist must complete pre-employment screening, drug testing, & background check.