Side Loader Equipment Operator (Automated Truck Driver) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanantoniotx/jobs/newprint/4699688) Apply  Side Loader Equipment Operator (Automated Truck Driver) Salary $22.20 - $27.30 Hourly Location TX 78228, TX Job Type 4A Full-Time Job Number 2025-00226 Department Solid Waste Management Opening Date 10/18/2024 Closing Date 11/11/2024 11:59 PM Central Grant Funded No FLSA Status Non-Exempt + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Summary Under immediate supervision, is responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of side loader truck. Collects materials and provides collection service to the citizens of the City of San Antonio on any assigned route. Transports collected materials to appropriate City disposal or processing facilities. Exercises no supervision. Work Location + 6927 W. Commerce (Southwest Service Center) + 1318 SE Loop 410 Access Rd. (Southeast Service Center) + 10303 Toolyard (Northeast Service Center) + 6939 W Loop 1604 North (Northwest Service Center) Work Schedule + Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM + 4 days a week/10 hours per day Essential Job Functions + Operates and maintains side loader truck. + Prepares vehicle for daily assignment by performing pre-trip inspections. + Maintains personal protective equipment and prepares safety equipment to be used during the workday. + Collects all materials from assigned route, frequently lifting and carrying brush or bulky waste weighing 40 pounds. + Unloads collected materials at disposal or processing facilities. + Prepares driver's report at the end of the day to report any malfunctions with the truck. + Cleans cab of assigned truck at the end of the day and washes truck once a week. + Courteously responds to citizen's inquiries about departmental services and programs. + Delivers literature which identifies acceptable and non-acceptable materials. + Operates assigned vehicle in a safe manner in accordance with all safety rules and traffic laws. + Performs other related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required. Job Requirements + Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance. + Six (6) months of experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or completion of the Solid Waste Management Department's Apprentice II Program + Valid Texas Commercial Class "B" Driver's License. Applicant Information + If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance. + Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application. + Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university. + Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities + Knowledge of vehicle safety procedures and practices. + Knowledge of commercial vehicle operating procedures. + Knowledge of vehicle maintenance. + Ability to safely operate a side loader vehicle in heavy traffic and in all types of weather conditions. + Ability to learn City streets. + Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers. + Ability to establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with co-workers, supervisors and the general public. + Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations. + Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to temperature extremes, dust; damp/wet surfaces, and high noise level. Benefits Information The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one. For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio: http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee\_information/benefits/index.asp Note: + Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits. + Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link. Additional Information The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio. If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department (https://www.sanantonio.gov/Hr/About/ContactUs?sendto=HR) so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.