Temporary Truck Driver

Salt Lake County Job Description

Temporary Truck Driver

Department:
Public Works Division Operations/4400

Safety Sensitive:
No

Transports all types of materials to Public Works projects. Performs skilled road maintenance, construction, and ensures the safety of the public, personnel, property, and equipment.

• Two (2) years of work experience in a field closely related to these duties.
• Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Must possess a current Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) Medical Card at the time of hire.
• Must receive a verified negative test result on a mandatory drug test before starting in this position.
• Will be subject to random alcohol and drug testing.
• May be subject to post‑accident and reasonable suspicion alcohol and drug testing.

The following duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the work performed by the incumbent(s) in this position and are not all‑inclusive. The omission of specific duties and responsibilities will not preclude it from the position. Applicants must be prepared to demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Operates 10‑wheel, 6‑wheel, supertruck, pup, and a variety of light and heavy‑duty equipment and a full range of power and hand tools. Performs daily inspections of equipment and tools for safety and/or mechanical defects and coordinates needed repairs with vendors or Fleet Management.
• Performs manual labor/maintenance, repair, and construction work. Performs snow removal, crack sealing, flood control, grate cleaning, flagging as needed, and placement and removal of asphalt and concrete.
• Assists in special events and emergency situations such as those caused by adverse weather conditions (i.e., snow removal or flooding) and/or other major disasters (i.e., earthquakes or road closure).
• Ensures compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) rules and regulations at all times.
• Investigates citizen concerns and resolves issues in a professional and courteous manner while maintaining a safe environment and providing excellent customer service.

Knowledge of:

• Materials, tools, and equipment used in road maintenance, construction, and other repair work.
• Safety in work areas including but not limited to road maintenance, construction, snow removal, and traffic control in accordance with OSHA and MUTCD rules and regulations.
• Maintenance and repair of asphalt, concrete, and storm drains.
• Standard operations and procedures (SOP) utilized in training.

Skills and Abilities

to:

• Operate a variety of light and heavy‑duty equipment, various types of trucks and trailers, and a full range of power and hand tools.
• Perform minor repairs and daily maintenance.
• Operate and complete maintenance of asphalt, concrete, landscape, and snow removal.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Perform heavy manual labor in all weather conditions.
• Accurately prepare daily records of work performed.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOP).
• Establish and maintain professional working relationships with team members, other agencies, and the public.

Must be able to drive and operate various types of equipment, stand, walk, use hands to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls; reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; frequent use of arms, legs and back to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Employee regularly works outdoors and may be exposed to harsh weather conditions. Work near moving vehicles and machinery.

May be exposed to fumes, smoke and other particles. Noise levels can be extreme.

Must be fully certified to operate all assigned equipment.