Service Truck Chauffeur - Non-CDL

Chicago, Illinois


Employer: Chicago Transit Authority
Industry: Track Maintenance
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time

SALARY

$18.624 - $28.653

POSITION SUMMARY

Drives a truck to transport materials, supplies, or parts.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Drives a truck to transport tools and equipment.
  • Loads and unloads trucks.
  • Transports, sets up, and operates emergency equipment such as hydraulic jacks used in derailments.
  • Washes vehicles.
  • Drives a truck to transport refuse.
  • Drives Non-CDL vehicles such as autos, pick-ups, vans, etc.
  • Operates snow removal equipment such as pick-ups with plows, etc.
  • Operates construction type vehicles such as fork-lifts, etc.
  • Hooks up and tows welder trailers, concrete mixers, air compressors, etc.
  • Assists tow truck driver as needed to pick up disabled vehicles such as buses, trucks, autos, etc.
  • Performs shop activities such as changing tires, waxing and vacuuming vehicles.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to this position are the following jobs:

Job Title

CHALLENGES

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
  • Must possess experience as a chauffeur driving trucks with multiple speed manual transmissions.
  • Required to submit to and pass drug and alcohol testing as mandated by the Federal Transportation Administration.
  • Must pass applicable tests.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Must be in good physical condition, have good eyesight and hearing.
  • Lifts and carries tools and equipment weighing up to 150 lbs.
  • Subject to rigorous bodily activity in the process of handling and operating the various tools and equipment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
  • Good math skills
  • Good attention to detail and alertness to driving conditions.
  • Good oral and written communication skills.
  • General knowledge of vehicle mechanics and operations

WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Inside 50% - in vehicle, driving. Outside 50% - loading vehicle, washing and servicing vehicles.
  • Subject to 24 hour emergency call.
  • Subject to various weather conditions and may have to work in bad driving conditions during the day or night.
  • General automotive car, truck and equipment shop environment.
  • Subject to: mechanical/electrical/burn/explosive/chemical/fumes/odors/dust/mists/gas hazards and various noises.
  • Must observe all traffic rules and regulations when driving.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS UTILIZED
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Various equipment used in cleaning and maintaining vehicles

Created: 2024-05-08
Reference: 40438
Country: United States
State: Illinois
City: Chicago
ZIP: 60018