Street Sweeper Operation

Department of Facilities & Environmental Services

Full-Time

Non-Exempt, Pay Grade 12

VRS-Eligible, Benefits-Eligible

Primary responsibilities are the operation, daily maintenance, and general repair of the street sweeper used to clean roadways in Albemarle County. During non-sweeping periods, will assist the Facilities Maintenance team in other areas, including general facilities and grounds maintenance. Daily work is performed under the direct supervision of the Roadway Maintenance Coordinator. This position is subject to after-hours recall and is designated as essential personnel, requiring the employee to report to their job site during emergency situations, such as snow or other weather-related conditions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operates street sweeper to keep streets and gutters free from trash and debris.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post trip inspections of assigned vehicle. Completion of time, mileage sheets and logbooks
• Operates additional power equipment as needed to complete work.
• Follows all County and State safety and traffic laws.
• Inspects, cleans, and performs minor routine maintenance work on street sweeper and related equipment; identifies and reports major problems requiring additional repair.
• During non-sweeping periods, assist facilities maintenance and grounds staff with general building and equipment maintenance, heavy vehicle operation, grounds maintenance, and emergency work as required,
• As an essential employee, will assist regular Facilities and Grounds maintenance staff during inclement weather with related duties as assigned, which may include snow/ice and tree removal.
• Use professional customer service skills, establish, and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of general vehicle operation, traffic laws and rules involved in vehicle and equipment operation; some knowledge of safety precautions applicable to heavy equipment operation; ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction; ability to use common hand tools; ability to operate simple machinery and equipment; ability to performance basic functions on a personal computer.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of high school or GED equivalent and three years’ experience in the operation of heavy motorized equipment and semi-skilled in maintenance or construction work.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia and a good driving record.

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS AND NATURE OF WORK CONTACTS

Work frequently requires strenuous physical tasks, including bending, stooping, lifting, and carrying items weighing 20 to 50 pounds, with occasional lifting of items weighing over 100 pounds. Work environment routinely exposes employee to potential injuries, adverse weather with occasional exposure to hazardous substances. Regular contact with office personnel, other staff members. Work hours may include early mornings to sweep busy roads and streets during low traffic periods., During the sweeping season, normal working hours are approximately 3AM to Noon, with hours during inclement weather and off season being 7:30AM to 4:30PM.

THE SALARY RANGE

The hiring range for this position is $19.01 - $30.99 per hour (approx. $39,549 - $64,465 per year.) Starting offer is based on applicable education beyond minimum requirements and internal equity. The position also provides excellent benefits including 12 paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, VRS retirement, and continuing education/training opportunities. This is a full time, FLSA non-exempt position. Internal candidates will receive pay adjustments in accordance with Local Government Personnel Policy, §P-60.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Position open until Friday, February 24, 2023

PROCESS: For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter when applying for this role.

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Albemarle County is a V3 certified organization.

EOE/EEO

Albemarle County is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate against any group or individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age or disability in regards to any aspect of employment policy and practice: recruitment, testing, selection, assignment, pay, conditions of work, training, leave, overtime, promotion, discipline, demotion, and separation.