Job Description
JOB This is responsible work in the operation of trucks and related mechanical equipment associated with Streets Division maintenance and repair programs and services. Work involves heavy manual labor. Under general supervision, employees follow established routines and procedures as directed.Employees in this position will be expected to show up for 50% or more of overtime snow and ice shifts. Employees could be expected to work overnight shifts (11:00 pm to 7:00 am) from Sunday evening through Friday morning during the months of December, January, and February.Outside of the Winter months, regular work hours are 7:00 am to 3:00 pm.Selected candidates will be placed at Step 3 of the Salary Schedule. Advancement to Step 4 of the Salary Schedule will occur after successful completion of 30 months of employment.Current recruitment is to fill five (5) vacant positionsAn eligible list will be created from this recruitment to fill any future vacancies that may occur in this classification in the next three (3) monthsAPPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE CLOSING DATE. HOWEVER, THE SELECTION PROCESS MAY BEGIN PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE BASED UPON THE NEEDS OF THE STREETS DIVISION.Employees may be eligible for loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.Black, Indigenous, people of color, women, trans, nonbinary, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We value the unique blend of lived experiences and diverse perspectives that comes from non-traditional education pathways and the variety of transferrable skills each candidate brings to the table. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Even if every item on the job posting doesn’t match your experience perfectly, we encourage you to apply and share how your skills and experience can best serve our community. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES General Equipment OperationOperate automated refuse and recycling trucks.Operate semi-automated and rear-loading trucks engaged in the collection of solid waste, recycling, brush, and street maintenance on a daily basis.Operate pick-ups and jeeps with pushers or plows attached during seasonal leaf collection and snow removal.Operate small gas-powered tools.Operate other similar equipment as assigned.Lead the work of hourly laborers when assigned together.Snow and Ice Equipment OperationOperate snow plowing trucks and spreading equipment during snow and ice operations. Operate snow removal and maintenance equipment including 1-ton and 5-ton trucks with front plows, wing plows, salting inserts, haul trucks, hand shovels, and snow blowers.After training, follow all application guidelines related to the City's salt reduction efforts.Perform other related work as required SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Possession of a valid Class B Wisconsin Commercial Driver's License.Applicant's Driving RecordAn applicant’s driving record will be evaluated. Any one of the items listed below will disqualify an applicant from further consideration: Six (6) or more points against an applicant’s driving licenseConviction for driving while intoxicated (DWI) in the past five (5) yearsOne (1) operating while intoxicated (OWI) conviction against a driver’s CDLOne (1) revocation within the last 12 monthsFour (4) or more moving violations within the last five (5) years (including at least 1 moving violation in the last 2 years)If an applicant has held a driver’s license in another state in the past five (5) years, the applicant must provide a copy of their driving record abstract from that state.Physical Requirements: Ability to lift/carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds frequently and must be capable of lifting 100 pounds maximum weight.Ability to frequently bend, twist, squat, climb, and reach for extended periods of time. This position requires a high percentage of work outdoors in all types of weather.