Title:Truck Driver - Temporary, Service Center RB #24-116

ID:9335

Department:Service Center Operations

Location:Service Center

Division:Civil Service

Type:Support Staff

Description

BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES ROOM 720 CITY HALL BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202

RECRUITMENT BULLETIN #24-116 October 18, 2024

BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION VACANCY Civil Service Residency Requirements will apply

(The City of Buffalo Civil Service does not require residency within the City of Buffalo for Native Americans. The City of Buffalo Civil Service does require tribal enrollment or community recognition as a Native American)

POSITION: Truck Driver – Non-Competitive - Temporary SALARY: $43,308 - $48,217 LOCATIONS: Inventory/Distribution, Service Center, 105 Bailey Ave, Buffalo NY 14220 APPLICATION: Successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. If you do not receive a confirmation email, we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email .

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

A Truck Driver operates one or more types of automotive equipment, including a dump truck, other than heavy-duty or specialized automotive equipment, in the performance of duties. Work consists of routine manual and simple mechanical operations of equipment. Incumbents are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the trucks and related equipment. S/he follows general directions, including work orders to determine work to be done and routes to be taken, from a superior who performs periodic inspections. Incumbents may be called upon to operate heavy-duty equipment in case of emergencies. Supervision may be exercised over Laborers in the loading and unloading of trucks.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Operates a truck in connection with the collecting, removing and/or transporting of ashes, garbage, refuse, snow, salt, gravel, trees, branches, dirt, supplies, equipment, furniture, etc.;

Operates, during winter months, truck with a plow or spreader in connection with the removal of snow and spreading of salt to clear snow from streets with parked vehicles and other obstacles;

Operates hoists or winches after blade has been attached;

Operates generator pump or air compressor in trucks;

Assists in the loading and unloading of trucks;

Performs minor maintenance work on trucks;

-checks oil and gas level, tire inflation and cleanliness of the truck;

• reports problems with equipment and documents same;

  Assists in setting up and maintaining safety zones;

  Wears safety equipment as required;

  Performs related duties as required.

  FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS :

  Good knowledge of the operation of automotive and simple motorized equipment;

  Thorough knowledge of the geography and traffic laws of the city;

  Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions;

  Ability to work under adverse weather conditions;

  Mechanical aptitude;

  Dependability;

  Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  PROMOTIONAL : Must meet one of following:

  • Continuous and permanent status as a Laborer in the competitive class in any city department for one year.

  OR

  • Continuous and permanent status as a Laborer I, Laborer II, Housing Custodian, Street Repair Worker, Street Worker in the non-competitive class in any city department for two years.

    Special Requirement for Promotional Qualifications

  Possession of a current Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles, which must be presented at time of filing application and maintained during employment.

  Note: License must allow you to operate vehicles with air-brakes.

  OPEN COMPETITIVE

  Possession of a current CLASS A or CLASS B Commercial Drivers License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles, which must be presented at time of filing application and maintained during employment.

  Note: License must allow you to operate vehicles with air-brakes.

  FINAL FILING DATE: October 28, 2024 APPROVED: Tami Hollie-McGee Chief of Human Resources

  The Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), gender identity, sexual orientation (the term "sexual orientation" means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality ), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the District's non-discrimination policies should be directed to HRCompliance@buffaloschools.org or to: Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources 719 City Hall Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 816-3579