CDL Driver - Fleet Maintenance Specialist

Cityofhanahan; Hanahan (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

State retirement plan

Job summary

City of Hanahan seeks a CDL Driver - Fleet Maintenance Specialist to operate refuse and related collection vehicles under the Public Works Director. This role includes shop tasks and minor maintenance on department equipment.

Required are a High School Diploma or GED and a valid CDL license, plus the ability to lift up to 75 pounds and provide courteous public service. Reliability and safety are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid CDL license required.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform physical tasks.
• Experience with refuse collection equipment preferred.
• Commitment to safety and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles such as refuse trucks and related equipment.
• Train and supervise vehicle crews on safety and inspections.
• Perform routine and complex maintenance on department vehicles and equipment.
• Be available to drive a variety of vehicles as needed.
• Assist with signs, cans, lids, and minor maintenance tasks.

Skills

Vehicle operation

Maintenance skills

Safety training

Customer service

Team supervision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid CDL License

Job description

CDL Driver - Fleet Maintenance Specialist

Under direct supervision of the Public Works Director, operates motor vehicles used in the Public Works Department in collection of refuse at curbside and the operation of related collection equipment for brown goods and yard debris.Assists as a Shop Mechanic and various other maintenance assignments such as replacing street signs, trash cans and lids.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions listed below are those that represent much of the time spent working in this role. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the role as necessary.

• Operates vehicles such as a refuse truck, Grapple boom truck, Flatbed with lift, and various automobiles and trucks.
• May train and supervise vehicle crews concerning safety, operating signals, and daily vehicle inspection reports.
• Under supervision of Department Head performs both routine and complex maintenance on department vehicles and equipment.
• May be called upon to drive a variety of vehicles or work as needed in the event of illness or absence of other drivers.
• May be required to perform routine tasks involving the upkeep of department, buildings, and grounds.
• Performs duties specific to the department to which the individual is assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position may be assigned to manage the Drivers and Loaders in the event the PWD Department Head is absent.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of a variety of gasoline and diesel-powered equipment.
• Knowledge of the geography of the City of Hanahan.
• Knowledge of the procedures to off load materials at the Berkeley County Landfill.
• Knowledge of vehicles common to local government activities gained through reading operators manuals and on the job training.
• Knowledge of South Carolina laws and regulations governing automotive equipment.
• Ability to operate the vehicles safely.
• Ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency.
• Ability to be reliable in terms of attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to all internal and external customers in the delivery of City services by following through on customer requests in a positive, courteous, timely, respectful, and professional manner with the utmost integrity in the best interest of the public.
• Managetime and priorities effectively to achieve objectives.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of job and work cooperatively and effectively with customers, co-workers, and the public.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and react calmly and quickly in emergency situations.
• Must be physically able to exert up to 75 pounds, frequently lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Educational Experience and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid CDL License

Note

The listings of duties in this class specification are representative, not exhaustive. It is not necessarily a detailed description of all work responsibilities, and it does not give exclusive title to every function described.

Disclaimer

The above information has been designed to represent the general nature and level of work performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive description of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employee assigned to this position.

The City of Hanahan offers a competitive benefit package including health insurance and participation in the State Retirement plan (PEBA.)

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined on a case-by-case basis. The City of Hanahan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the city to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.