Salary : $41,912.00 – $58,260.80 Annually
Location : Idaho Falls, ID
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2023-0523
Department: Public Works
Division: Streets Administration
Opening Date: 05/23/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
General Purpose
The City of Idaho Falls is accepting applications for a Truck Driver for the Streets Division of Public Works.
This position requires a valid Idaho Commercial Driver’s License, Class A, with Air Brakes and Tanker Endorsement.
This position performs skilled duties related to the operation of a dump or flat-bed truck in transporting loose material, sand, gravel, blacktop, and other materials and equipment essential in construction, maintenance, and repair of city streets and storm drain systems. Operates plow truck, street sweeper, flusher truck, roller, sanders and loaders in performing snow removal and various seasonal projects. Works under the general supervision of the Streets Lead Operator or Streets General Foreman and works under the close supervision of a Streets Equipment Operator II on a project by project basis. May provide close supervision to a Laborer(s) or Seasonal Employee on a project by project basis.
Essential Functions
Transports construction materials and equipment to designated work sites; positions truck for efficient loading by power shovel, skid steer, backhoe, or loader, etc.; operates flat-bed truck in hauling lumber, cement, steel, tools and other equipment.
Operates truck with plow or sweep installed to windrow snow for removal; may operate dump truck under a traveling snow loader; catches snow and transports to dump sites; performs various seasonal duties, assists with emergency situations, flood prevention, sand bagging, etc.
Operates sand and salt truck for de-icing of streets; operates flusher and sprinkler trucks for dust abatement; tows heavy equipment on trailer; hauls materials for overlay and patching of streets; makes complete pot hole repairs during traffic movement; operates sidewalk sweeper and skid steer; operates crack sealer for repair of streets; assists with contract labor and may give supervision to contract employees.
Makes daily check of oil, water, tires and services with fuel to prepare for daily work assignments; keeps notes of needed repairs or maintenance.
Performs a variety of manual tasks as needed; shovels and levels dirt, gravel, asphalt and other materials, cleans up work sites
May be required to operate a loader with plow or road grader for snow removal, a street sweeper to clean and groom roadways in an assigned area; cleans, services and makes minor adjustments according to manufacturers specifications; maintains records of maintenance and street sweeping operations; makes minor repairs to equipment, such as replacing gutter brooms, curtains on pick-up head, belt adjustments on blower fan, gutter broom height and angle for sweeping and using check list in operator’s manual.
Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Education and Experience:
A. Graduation from high school with sufficient educational background to demonstrate an ability or aptitude to perform the above and related duties; AND B. One (1) year experience in the operation of heavy-duty double-axle trucks and related equipment; OR C. An equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Some knowledge of operation procedures of heavy-duty trucks; some knowledge of hazards and safety precautions related to above duties; some knowledge of laws and regulations governing the operation of related equipment; some knowledge of street construction, repair and maintenance equipment and materials.
Some skill in the operation of heavy-duty trucks.
Ability to follow basic work routines requiring simple verbal or written instructions; ability to perform minor preventive maintenance on related equipment; ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing; ability to adapt to special emergency assignments; ability to work in various weather conditions and extremes; ability to perform strenuous manual labor; ability to develop effective working relationships with fellow employees and Supervisors.
3. Special Qualifications:
- Must possess a valid Idaho Commercial Driver’s License, Class A, with Air Brakes and Tanker Endorsement.
- Must work on a twenty-four (24) hour stand-by shift or on call basis.
- May be required to become Flagger Certified.
- Residency Requirement: Shall be expected, within six months of hire, to establish residence within a 45-minute notification response zone from the Street Division Administration Building.
Work Environment
Tasks require variety of physical activities, generally involving muscular strain, such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, lifting, etc.(moving up to 50 pounds and occasionally moving up to 80 pounds). Talking, hearing and seeing essential to the performance of the job. Daily exposure to weather extremes and seasonal conditions. Common eye, hand, finger dexterity exist. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, discriminating thinking. Frequent local travel required in normal course of job performance.
The City of Idaho Falls offers a highly competitive benefits package including membership in the Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho, vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision and life insurance. For further information regarding City of Idaho Falls benefits, visit the Benefits section of our web page.
Temporary jobs and part-time positions that regularly work less than 20 hours per week typically do not qualify for benefits.
01
Are you a current and regular (not seasonal or temporary) City of Idaho Falls employee?
- Yes
- No
02
What best describes your level of education?
- Some High School
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some College/Vocational Training
- Associate’s Degree
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Master’s Degree or Higher
03
Select the option that best describes your work experience in the operation of heavy-duty double-axle trucks and related equipment. Make sure your answer is supported in the Employment History section of the job application.
- None
- 1-23 Months
- 2-3 Years
- 4-5 Years
- 5 Years or More
04
If you have experience operating heavy-duty double-axle trucks and related equipment, please describe the types of trucks and equipment you have worked with.
05
Do you possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License?
- Yes
- No
- No, but I can obtain one within 30 days of employment.
06
Do you have a Tanker endorsement?
- Yes
- No
- No but I can obtain one within 30 days of hire.
07
Do you have Air Brakes endorsement?
- No
- No, but I can obtain one within 30 days of hire.
- Yes.
08
This position requires twenty-four (24) hour stand-by and/or on call. Are you willing and able to be on twenty-four (24) hour stand-by and/or on call?
- Yes
- No
Required Question