CDL Driver

Purpose

The CDL Driver works as part of a crew to assist in the maintenance repair and operation for the City of Dalhart infrastructure. The driver performs manual and semi-skilled work functions associated with the departmental maintenance of City owned property (e.g. operating of heavy equipment driving a trash truck and other City maintenance operations etc.); Monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals. The driver operates a variety of commercial grade power equipment machinery used in department projects and activities which may include a pick-up truck skid steer front end loader and large tractors. They will also perform general maintenance tasks necessary to keep machinery equipment and tools in operable condition which may include inspecting equipment checking fluid levels replacing fluids greasing equipment washing/cleaning equipment and cleaning shop work areas; monitoring equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment. Working as part of a crew the CDL Driver will also perform manual labor tasks in and around the City including but not limited to digging trenches and sweeping debris from the streets. The worker is exposed to and must be able to work in adverse environmental conditions such as dirt dust rain strong odors and/or smoke exposure to dust or pollen and heat cold or extreme weather conditions. Weekend work and occasional reassignment to other departments or crews are occasionally required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform complete pre- and post-operation inspection of vehicles in accordance with department policy; report any safety issues on standard reports.
• Courteously interact with all customers dispatchers and others daily to ensure all customer routes are serviced in a timely and professional manner.
• Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste.
• Clean area around an accidental waste spill ensuring adherence to all applicable safety standards and policies.
• Maintain adherence to the required productivity standards for the department to ensure all customers are serviced in a timely and efficient manner.
• Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with residents or businesses for collection purposes.
• Perform tasks such as mowing picking up trash and spraying herbicides and pesticides.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to or willingness to learn how to operate heavy equipment.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver License with a good driving record.

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to learn and willingness to enforce all TCEQ regulations and relevant state law.
• Ability to or willingness to learn how to operate heavy equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with coworkers and to receive work orders or instructions for any project.
• Ability to read interpret and understand local state and federal regulations related to disposal of refuse.
• Knowledge of processes used in the disposal of solid waste.
• Skill in the use of various equipment and machinery such as hand and electrical power tools and heavy equipment utilized in disposal activities.
• Good public relation skills as well as verbal and written communication skills.

Equipment & Property

This position utilizes office equipment such as printers desktop computers and telephones as well as other tools and machinery such as radios hand tools and heavy machinery.

Physical Demands

The employee is constantly required to sit bend stoop stand and drive a vehicle to and from various worksites. S/he will work in seasonal temperatures. S/he may also be exposed to potentially hazardous chemicals diseases or materials while working in the field. Must be able to lift more than 50 pounds.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.

Salary

$19/Hr starting pay with an increase to $20/hr after successful completion of a 90 day probationary period.

Benefits

• Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) Tier 1 mandatory employee contribution of 5% per pay period - City match 2:1 (upon retirement).
• 100% Employer paid Medical Insurance. Dental vision and spouse/dependent coverage is at employees cost.
• $10000 covered life insurance option to add additional life insurance up to 3x employees salary.
• Paid vacation and sick time accrual.
• Paid City holidays.