Street sweeper Jobs in West Jordan, UT

Job Description

Job Description

Schedule : 6 : 30 am - 3 : 00 pm Monday - Friday, OR 4 / 10 schedule from 6 : 30 am - 5 : 00 pm (Monday or Friday off)

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, to operate a motor sweeper used in street and gutter cleaning and to perform minor servicing to the sweeper. Provide assistance to other divisions by informing them of potential problems observed in the field.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Operate a motorized sweeper to sweep streets and gutters; select effective and efficient method to cover assigned route; adjust gutter and pickup brooms to effectively sweep streets and gutters; dump hopper when full; drive between collection points and transfer sites.
• Assist in trash and debris control activities, such as picking up litter and other street and gutter maintenance activities as required or when weather does not permit sweeping operations.
• Perform general servicing, including cleaning of motor sweeper, checking for broom and chain wear, and replacing brooms, report mechanical or other equipment problems.
• Inspect and review condition of sweeper before daily route begins which includes, but not limited too; checking oil and water levels, brakes and lights, tire wear and air pressure; wash, clean and perform maintenance to sweeper.
• Maintain records and logs.
• Observe and report potential problems such as : graffiti, traffic hazards, abandoned vehicles, holes in roadways, signs down, lights out or unusual road surface conditions.
• Observe and obey all traffic laws, ensure traffic is safely rerouted while in operation; stay aware of potential conditions that could change and present dangerous pedestrian situations, poor vehicle operation, etc.
• Operate a 10-wheel dump truck that includes pre-trips and daily logs; haul materials such as asphalt, road base, topsoil, and large equipment to and from job sites; operate 10-wheel dump, salter and plow for snow removal activity.
• Perform semi-skilled and skilled manual work to construct and / or in the maintenance and repair of manholes and storm drain grates; operate pneumatic tools, power tools and other miscellaneous hand tools.
• Remove and replace road surface material and debris, load, transport and unload gravel, dirt, garbage.
• Clean catch basins and gutters.
• Assist other crews in various divisions with the restoration of construction sites and / or road related projects.
• Place traffic control and warning signs; serve as a flagger.
• Operate tools, equipment, and vehicles; operate heavy equipment including front-end loader, backhoe, tandem axle dump truck, dozer, skid steer, concrete saw, and forklift.
• Perform preventative maintenance procedures and minor maintenance and adjustments on equipment used.
• Assist the Streets Division in snow removal on an as needed basis.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education : High school diploma or GED.

Experience : One year of experience in heavy equipment driving.

Certifications / Licenses :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of :

Skill with :

Ability to :

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb, push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs., and wear protective apparel; exposure to heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, and traffic hazards; ability to travel to different sites and locations; availability for on-call, stand-by, and emergency call. Moderate‑to‑heavy physical activity. Difficult working positions. Required to stand, walk, or sit uncomfortably for extended periods. Constant exposure to disagreeable elements such as extreme heat, cold, dampness, fumes, noise, dust, airborne particles, and grease. Also, exposure to vehicular traffic while working in the public roadway.

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