Street Sweeper Operator

City of Baldwin Park; Baldwin Park (CA); On-site; USD 47,892 - 64,180; Full time

Job summary

City of Baldwin Park is seeking a Street Sweeper Operator to maintain streets, gutters, medians and other paved public areas in the Public Works Department.

Must have at least two years of maintenance experience, a High School Diploma or GED, and a California Class B Driver's License or ability to obtain. This full-time position offers a monthly salary between $4,291.43 and $5,750.92.

Qualifications

• Two years of maintenance and construction experience including motorized equipment operation (trucks/tractors).
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• California Class B Driver's License or ability to obtain by appointment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a motor sweeper to sweep streets and gutters; adjust broom and related mechanisms.
• Maintain sweeper dump sites in a clean, orderly manner.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
• Keep daily activity records and report hazards to supervision.
• Assist in trash and debris control and litter pickup when sweeping is not possible.
• Operate other motorized construction equipment as needed.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Operate equipment safely

Keep accurate records

Follow instructions

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

STREET SWEEPER OPERATOR

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

MONTHLY SALARY - $4,291.43 - $5,750.92

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO FILL ONE (1) FULL-TIME VACANCY IN THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT AND ESTABLISH AN ELIBILITY LIST THAT MAY BE USED TO FILL FUTURE VACANCIES.

The examination process consists of a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Therefore, applicants are encouraged to provide as much detailed and relevant work experience as possible. Only applicants whose qualifications best meet the City's needs will be invited to continue in the selection process.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The City of Baldwin Park is seeking a dependable and safety-conscious professional to join the Public Works Department. The ideal candidate takes pride in maintaining clean and safe City streets, demonstrates sound judgment, and operates equipment safely and efficiently. This position operates a street sweeper to clean City streets, gutters, medians, alleys, and other paved public areas. The successful candidate performs routine equipment inspections, minor maintenance and adjustments, maintains accurate records, and works collaboratively to support Public Works operations.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from a Public Works Supervisor.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operate a motor sweeper to sweep streets and gutters; select safe and efficient methods to cover assigned route; change and adjust broom, change filters, adjust sprinklers and other mechanical mechanisms to effectively sweep streets and gutters; dump hopper when full.
• Maintain sweeper dump sites in a clean and orderly manner.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and minor equipment adjustments, including cleaning, lubricating, replacing worn brooms, checking hydraulic hoses, and reporting equipment requiring repair.
• Keep record of daily activities; advise supervisor of any unusual or hazardous conditions encountered.
• Assist in trash and debris control activities such as placing sandbags and barricades; pick up litter and other street maintenance activities when weather does not permit sweeping operation.
• Operate other motorized construction and maintenance equipment as necessary such as trucks, tractors, and overhead loading trucks.
• Perform related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Advanced principles, practices, methods, and techniques of civil engineering as applied to municipal public works, infrastructure systems, and capital improvement projects.
• Advanced principles, practices, methods, and techniques of civil engineering as applied to municipal public works, infrastructure systems, and capital improvement projects.
• Mechanical operation, routine maintenance, and safe operation of powered equipment.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.
• California Vehicle Code and other traffic laws.

Ability to:

• Safely and efficiently operate and maintain equipment and related accessories.
• Keep accurate records on equipment performance and maintenance schedule.
• Prepare and maintain reports relating to assigned duties.
• Learn to use computer in order to maintain a variety of inventory, replacement and repair records.
• Use and care for small hand tools in making minor adjustments to motor sweeper equipment.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Special Requirements

• Will work weekends and evenings as required.

Experience and Training

Experience

• A minimum of two (2) years of maintenance and construction experience, including the operation of motorized equipment; such as trucks, tractors, and skip loaders.

Training

• Possession of a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.

Licenses and Certifications

• A valid California Class B Driver's License or the ability to obtain by the time of appointment and maintain a satisfactory driving record. May need to possess certification for an area of assignment as required by the position.

THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Baldwin Park is committed to promoting equal employment opportunity to all without regard to political affiliation or opinion, age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, marital status, disability, medical condition, gender, pregnancy, or pregnancy related condition. Please note: If you require an accommodation during the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract for employment. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

The City of Baldwin Park is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process must specify the accommodations needed, in writing, at the time when the employment application is submitted.

LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new hire employees to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States within three (3) business days beginning with the first day of work. The City is legally prohibited from employing anyone who cannot provide such verification or documentation.

PROVISIONS

The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provision contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked without notice. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening). The City of Baldwin Park utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.