HEAVY TRUCK DRIVER

Heavy Truck Driver

Under direction, to drive heavy-duty diesel and gas powered trucks and / or truck-trailer combinations; to operate mechanical attachments; to operate equipment; and to do related work as required.

Essential Functions :

Drives heavy trucks hauling asphalt concrete to paving crews; hauls broken concrete, asphalt, and dirt from under crane; loads and unloads equipment on low bed trailer; operates roller, skip loader, winches, hoists, and other auxiliary mechanical equipment; assists in pick and shovel and jackhammer work; operates mechanical attachments such as a loader used to pick up leaves; makes minor repairs and adjustments on mechanical equipment such as draining air in brake systems; occasionally assists crew supervisor as directed.

Minimum Qualifications :

Employment Standards : Knowledge of methods of loading and securing materials; traffic regulations and the Motor Vehicle Code; the operation of winches, hoists, and other auxiliary mechanical equipment.

Skills : In the operation of heavy-duty trucks, truck-trailers, tractors, semi-trailers, and construction and maintenance equipment.

Ability : To operate heavy trucks and assist in pick and shovel and jackhammer work; operate mechanized equipment safely; learn general layout of the City and the proper streets to use for heavy equipment; follow oral and written directions and to work harmoniously with supervisors and fellow employees.

Education / Training : One year's experience in the operation of heavy trucks.

Special Conditions & Requirements : Employees in this classification, who are required by applicable laws and regulations to have respiratory protection, shall comply with the American National Standards Institute's requirements on Practices for Respiratory Protection.

License & Certificates : A valid California Class "A" driver's license or equivalent at time of appointment.