Street Sweeper Operator

odessatx; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Odessa is seeking a Street Sweeper Operator under basic supervision to operate and maintain the street sweeper vehicle, ensuring clean residential and commercial roadways and City facilities for the Public Works Department.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid Texas Class B CDL, and the ability to perform manual tasks, operate safely in all traffic conditions, and maintain detailed records.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• One year of construction or maintenance experience.
• Texas State Class B CDL required; special vehicle training may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operates street sweeper vehicle to clean city's residential and commercial roadways and City facilities.
• Inspects, adjusts, cleans, and maintains equipment including attachments.
• Maintains records and logs of services performed and general vehicle information.
• Uses safety precautions, reports problems and emergencies, and follows safety regulations.
• Supports attendance and cooperative relations with City staff and the public.

Skills

Vehicle operation

Street sweeper operation

Safety procedures

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class B

Special vehicle training

Job description

Department: Street Reports to: Sweeper Supervisor

Summary

Under basic supervision, operates and maintains the street sweeper vehicle to maintain streets, roadways, and City infrastructure for the Public Works Department (PWD).

Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Operates street sweeper vehicle to clean City's residential and commercial roadways and City facilities in compliance with all safety regulations and standard procedures.
• Inspects, adjusts, cleans, and maintains equipment including special attachments.
• Maintains records and logs of services performed and general vehicle information.
• Utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed; reports problems and emergency situations; recognizes, avoids and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries.
• Supports the divisional operations with regular and timely attendance.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines

High School Diploma or GED preferred, AND one year of construction or maintenance experience.

Knowledge of

• Basic traffic control and safety procedures and regulation

Skill in

• Safely operating a slow-moving vehicle in all traffic conditions.
• Operating street sweeper vehicle skillfully and safely, and making minor adjustments and repairs.
• Following standard operating and safety procedures.
• Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.

License and certification requirements

A Texas State Class B Commercial Driver's License is required; special vehicle training and licensing may be required.

Physical demands and working environment

Work is performed indoors, outdoors, and at City facilities; requires constant physical efforts, and the ability to bend, reach, stoop, and lift objects; may be exposed to safety hazards and dangerous tools and equipment; safety precautions must be followed, including use of safety equipment. City approved safety shoes must be worn.