Route Driver I, Route Driver II or Senior Route Driver

SERVE

At the City of Plano, our values make us who we are and guide us as we SERVE our city. As members of Team Plano, our organizational Values (what is most important to us) make up the acronym, SERVE (Stewardship Engaged Respectful Visionary Excellence).

Job Details

The successful candidate may be offered a position in either the Route Driver I, Route Driver II or Senior Route Driver classification. The salary range for the Route Driver I is $20.48 - $23.56 per hour; the range for the Route Driver II is $21.50 - $24.73 and for the Senior Route Driver position is $22.58 - $25.97 per hour.

The schedule for the Route Driver position is a four day work week with Fridays off.

Route Driver I

Summary of Duties: Under basic supervision, the Route Driver is responsible for operating trucks and specialized equipment used in the collection and disposal of refuse, recyclables, yard debris, and other materials.

Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the journey-level classification in the Route Driver series that follows diversified procedures and implements processes to accomplish end results, within guidelines. Immediate supervision is available upon request. This class is distinguished from Route Driver, Senior in that the latter is a higher-level class in the series that performs more complex technical, investigative, and supervisory duties requiring a higher level of knowledge and skill.

Examples of ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

* Operates refuse and recycling trucks along designated routes; transports loads to various refuse, recycling, and composting stations.
* Operates various heavy specialized equipment.
* Inspects assigned vehicles and equipment for safety checks and to ensure proper performance and operation.
* Performs routine maintenance for assigned vehicle and equipment; reports any repair needs to supervisor.
* May assist in inspecting incoming loads of yard debris and recycling for contamination.
* Responds to routine customer inquiries; refers complaints or problems to supervisor as needed.
* Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work schedule is essential.

Marginal Duties:

* Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Decisions: The Route Driver determines whether assigned vehicles and equipment are in safe operating condition and whether any actual or potential safety hazards exist prior to operating. The incumbent determines appropriate methods to accomplish assigned work. The incumbent must determine if materials in accordance with City ordinances to allow collection.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge of: Proper operation and maintenance of vehicles and equipment used in collection; safety requirements and standards applicable to operating vehicles and equipment; appropriate safety equipment and procedures; applicable ordinances, regulations, and policies regarding the collection and disposal of refuse, recyclables, and yard debris; City of Plano streets and address locations.

Skill in: Communicating clearly both verbally and in writing; operating vehicles and equipment in accordance with safety policies, procedures, and regulations; completing basic mathematical calculations.

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience: One (1) year of experience operating heavy equipment and vehicles.

Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements

Licenses and Certifications: Texas Class "B" Commercial driver's license (prior to employment) for Environmental Waste Services division.

Conditions of Employment: Must pass a drug test, driver license check, criminal history background check, periodic CJIS background check (for positions requiring access into Police buildings) and social security number verification check.

Route Driver II

Summary of Duties: Under general supervision, the Route Driver II is responsible for operating two trucks and specialized equipment as needed used in the collection and disposal of refuse, recyclables, yard debris, and materials used in composting operations and in the maintenance of composting facilities. Assigned to a specific route unless business needs require a temporary reassignment to assist in covering down routes.

Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the journey-level classification in the Route Driver series that follows diversified procedures and implements processes to accomplish end results, within guidelines. Immediate supervision is available upon request. This class is distinguished from Route Driver, Senior in that the latter position is a higher-level class in the series that has more experience performing Environmental Waste equipment operations and routes.

Examples of ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

* Completion of assigned route duties within scheduled work time.
* Operates various heavy specialized equipment as needed.
* Inspects assigned vehicles and equipment to ensure proper performance and safe operation; performs routine maintenance for assigned vehicle and equipment.
* May be responsible for training new Route Drivers on all equipment operations.
* Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work schedule is essential.
* Operates refuse and recycling trucks along designated routes; transports loads to various refuse, recycling, and composting stations.
* Responds to routine customer inquiries.
* Available to support all EWS Special Event related activities.

Marginal Duties:

* Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Decisions: The Route Driver II determines how to meet delivery schedules with available personnel. The incumbent determines whether assigned vehicles and equipment are in safe operating condition and whether any actual or potential safety hazards exist prior to operating. The incumbent operates equipment within the guidelines of the appropriate operator's manual and City and departmental policies. The incumbent determines appropriate methods to accomplish assigned work.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge of: Proper operation and maintenance of vehicles and equipment used in the collection of refuse, recycling, yard trimmings, and bulky waste; safety requirements and standards applicable to operating vehicles and equipment; appropriate safety equipment and procedures; applicable ordinances, regulations, and policies regarding the collection and disposal of refuse, recyclables, and yard debris; City of Plano streets and address locations.

Skill in: Communicating clearly both verbally and in writing; operating vehicles and equipment in accordance with safety policies, procedures, and regulations; completing basic mathematical calculations.

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience: Two (2) years of experience operating heavy equipment and refuse collection trucks.

Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above-specified education and experience requirements.

Licenses and Certifications: Texas Class "B" Commercial driver's license - may require Tanker endorsement.

Senior Route Driver

Under general supervision, the Route Driver, Senior is responsible for operating two trucks and specialized equipment as needed used in the collection and disposal of refuse, recyclables, yard debris, and materials used in composting operations and in the maintenance of composting facilities. Assigned to a specific route unless business needs require a temporary reassignment to assist in covering down routes.

Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the advanced journey-level classification in the Route Driver series. The incumbent plans detailed methods to attain desired objectives working within established policy and procedures. Methods require use of initiatives and resourcefulness in developing processes and procedures.

Examples of ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

* Completion of assigned route duties within scheduled work time.
* Operates various heavy specialized equipment as needed.
* Inspects assigned vehicles and equipment to ensure proper performance and safe operation; performs routine maintenance for assigned vehicle and equipment.
* May be responsible for training new Route Drivers on all equipment operations.
* Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work schedule is essential.
* Operates refuse and recycling trucks along designated routes; transports loads to various refuse, recycling, and composting stations.
* Responds to routine customer inquiries.
* Available to support all EWS Special Event related activities.

Marginal Duties:

* Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Decisions: The Route Driver, Senior determines how to meet delivery schedules with available personnel. The incumbent determines whether assigned vehicles and equipment are in safe operating condition and whether any actual or potential safety hazards exist prior to operating. The incumbent operates equipment within the guidelines of the appropriate operator's manual and City and departmental policies. The incumbent determines appropriate methods to accomplish assigned work.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge of: Proper operation and maintenance of vehicles and equipment used in the collection of refuse, recycling, yard trimmings, and bulky waste; safety requirements and standards applicable to operating vehicles and equipment; appropriate safety equipment and procedures; applicable ordinances, regulations, and policies regarding the collection and disposal of refuse, recyclables, and yard debris; City of Plano streets and address locations.

Skill in: Communicating clearly both verbally and in writing; operating vehicles and equipment in accordance with safety policies, procedures, and regulations; completing basic mathematical calculations.

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience: Four (4) years of experience operating heavy equipment and refuse collection trucks.

Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above-specified education and experience requirements.

Licenses and Certifications: Texas Class "B" Commercial driver's license - may require Tanker endorsement.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Must possess mobility to work in and around City composting, recycling, and refuse facilities, to operate a motor vehicle and drive on unimproved/improved surfaces or streets; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work, to work around machines, and to operate varied hand and power tools and equipment; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, and reach when loading materials and completing maintenance. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds, or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.

Employees work in and around buildings, streets, and facilities and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, dust, toxic waste, chemical, mechanical, and electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Physical Demands and Working Conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer - EOE/M/F/V/D

Open positions are subject to close without notice.