Motor Sweeper Operator

Full Job Description

NOTICE OF LIMITED APPLICATIONS

This posting is limited to the first 100 applications received.

When that number is reached the posting will be automatically removed.

Career Opportunity
The city of Las Vegas invites applicants for Motor Sweeper Operator. The Motor Sweeper Operator ensures that streets and alleys are clean from debris and removable hazards and maintains equipment in proper operating condition.

Supervision Received
Receives general supervision from higher-level staff.

The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list for current and/ or future openings which may include part-time or full-time positions.

Examination ProcessA civil service examination will be conducted in accordance with the Civil Service Rules of the city of Las Vegas. The supplemental questions are the examination.

Falsification of information may result in disqualification from recruitment or removal from a city position. Additional information will not be accepted after the closing date.

The supplemental questions are weighted 100% for placement on an eligible list and must be worked on individually by the applicant only.

The supplemental questions of all qualified applicants will be reviewed for placement on an eligible list.

Eligible List
You must score 70% or higher on the examination to be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list will remain in effect for a period of 6 months from the date of certification and may be extended for a period of up to 2 years.

Selection Process

Final candidate selection will include list placement and may include a hiring interview (if applicable).

Any individual offered employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test, complete background check, and may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform the physical requirements of the job.

Some positions may require preliminary background checks.

Requirements

Essential Functions:

Operates a motor sweeper in a variety of traffic and weather conditions in assigned area.Maintains, cleans and removes debris from business districts, alleys and residential streets; removes hazardous materials from the roadways or calls for assistance to remove hazardous materials.Operates and secures assigned vehicles and other assigned equipment; performs and documents pre-trip inspection; maintains vehicles and equipment in clean and fueled condition.Cleans and performs preventive maintenance on construction and maintenance equipment.Fills sweeper water tank from a fire hydrant regularly.Periodically checks all gauges of both engines for proper readings.Dumps sweeper at various dump stops.Utilizes proper safety precautions related to all work performed.Maintains a variety of automated and manual logs, records and files.Marginal Functions:Provides street sweeping for special events.Responds to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provides information within the area of assignment; resolves complaints in an efficient and timely manner.Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications Experience:Two years of increasingly responsible equipment operations experience.Training:Equivalent to graduation from high school.Licenses and Certifications:Possession of an appropriate, valid Class B commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement on the date of application, and maintenance thereafter.Special Requirements:May be required to respond to emergencies such as storms or sewer overflow.

Additional Information Knowledge of:Operation and maintenance of LP gas, diesel and gasoline powered motor sweeper and various types of heavy equipment.Traffic laws.Methods and operations of cleaning and maintaining assigned equipment.Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.City geography.Skills in:Operating two-way radio and headset.Maintaining log sheets.Recognizing hazardous situations.Cleaning and maintaining equipment in proper operating condition.Working independently in the absence of supervision.Understanding and following oral and written instructions.Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Competencies:Core Workforce CompetenciesProfessionalism – Demonstrates core values by being honest, respectful and positive.Effective Communication – Expresses verbal and written thought in a clear and understandable manner.Customer Focus – Demonstrates genuine concern and satisfies external and/or internal customers based on the CLV core purpose and values.Adaptability – Able to effectively modify behavior to suit changing workforce demands.Problem Solving – Solves problems by considering all causes, solutions and outcomes.Productive Partnerships – Develops, maintains and strengthens partnerships with others.Technical and Safety Expertise – Possesses a depth of knowledge, skill and ability in a technical (job) area.WORKING CONDITIONSEnvironmental Conditions:Location: Work is performed 80% inside climate controlled cab of equipment, 20% exposed to outdoor weather conditions.Hazards: Operating vehicle in traffic, moving objects, vehicles, vibration, gasoline, diesel odors, fumes, noise sometimes at levels in excess of 80 DBA, dust, slippery surfaces, and pinch points.Equipment Used: Hand and power tools, motor sweeper, overshot.Safety Equipment: Hearing protection, safety glasses, steel-toed safety shoes, gloves, mask, and other equipment as needed.Physical Conditions:Essential and marginal functions require:Standing/walking: Occasionally, while not operating machines, on all types of terrains for short distances throughout work shift.Sitting: Frequently-constantly, while operating equipment and subject to bouncing, jarring and vibration depending upon terrain.Lift/carry: Occasionally, 1-10 lbs., tools and equipment.

Infrequently, 25-45 lbs., opening hood of equipment.Push/pull: Occasionally, using both hands and arms while operating equipment using hand levers and steering wheels exerting a force up to 20-25 lbs.; up to 45 lbs.

force opening water hydrants and hood of vehicle.Climbing: Occasionally, on and off equipment, up steps on equipment, 3 steps, maximum 23".Bending/twisting: Frequently, at waist, knees and neck while operating equipment.

Infrequently, shoveling.Kneeling/crouching/crawling: Infrequently, while filling with water and inspecting equipment.Hands/arms: Constant use of both hands and arms in reaching, grasping, gripping and fingering while operating and servicing equipment.Sight: Constant use of sight abilities, including depth perception, peripheral vision, hand, eye and foot coordination, and visual acuity in near-, mid- and far-range while operating equipment.Speech/hearing: Occasional use of speech abilities required in communicating with co-workers, maintaining radio contact, alerting workers working in and around moving equipment.

Constant use of hearing abilities to communicate with co-workers, monitoring equipment performance, and in giving and receiving instructions.Maintaining effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for: Making observations.

Communicating with others. Reading and writing. Operating assigned equipment.Maintaining mental capacity which allows the capability of: Making sound decisions.

Effective interaction and communication with others. Demonstrating intellectual capabilities.