CDL Driver Apprentice: City Services Trainee

City of San Antonio; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of San Antonio seeks a temporary, unclassified employee to learn and perform tasks within a chosen career track in municipal government. The position emphasizes independent work under general supervision and does not include supervisory duties.

Work across multiple service centers with a 6:30 AM–4:30 PM schedule (4 days, 10 hours). A valid Texas Class C license and a high school diploma or GED are required; pre-employment drug testing and background checks may be conducted.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of good customer relations practices.
• Ability to learn procedures related to assigned track.
• Ability to clearly explain policies to the public and exercises tact and good judgement in dealings with the public.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.

Responsibilities

• Learns chosen career track by observing and assisting professionals in the assigned department where work will be performed.
• May propose solutions to existing problems and discuss recommendations with administrative personnel.
• Assists with special projects as assigned.
• Operates assigned vehicle in a safe manner in accordance with all safety rules and traffic laws.
• Prepares vehicle for daily assignment by performing pre-trip inspections.
• Courteously responds to residents' inquiries about departmental services and programs.
• Collects all materials from assigned route with assistance from a licensed CDL holder; may require frequently lifting and carrying materials weighing up to or in excess of 50 pounds with assistance.

Skills

Customer relations

multitasking

observation

communication

prioritization

teamwork

adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The City of San Antonio seeks a temporary, unclassified employee to learn and perform tasks within a chosen career track in municipal government. The position emphasizes independent work under general supervision and does not include supervisory duties.

Work across multiple service centers with a 6:30 AM–4:30 PM schedule (4 days, 10 hours). A valid Texas Class C license and a high school diploma or GED are required; pre-employment drug testing and background checks may be conducted.