Truck Driver/Fleet Assistant 35-24 - Housing Authority of The City of Austin

DATE POSTED: February 12, 2021 POSITION: Truck Driver/Fleet Assistant SALARY: $16.32/Hour JOB #: 06-21

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Open Until Filled

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: Responsible for the removal of large trash and bulk items from the Authority offices, dwelling and non-dwelling facilities, and grounds in a clean and orderly manner. Drive and operate hydraulic boom truck, 3/4 and 1/2 ton pickup trucks during all weather conditions. Removes trash, appliances and debris from scheduled routes. Disposes trash and debris in designated dumps and cleans vehicles after disposal. Hauls appliances to recycling points and hauls raw construction materials (sand, gravel, asphalt, etc.) to sites. Submits daily haul activity report, haul tickets and purchase receipts. Performs a variety of tasks involving cleaning and maintaining buildings and grounds. Specific duties include the following. Assists in the basic operation, inspection and maintenance of a variety of vehicles and heavy equipment. Performs and reports inspection of vehicle fluid levels and hydraulic system on a daily basis and reports all repair requirements. Provides assistance and operates sewer jet equipment for the maintenance of sewer lines. Performs minor building maintenance/repair and grounds maintenance. Assist with the coordination of state inspections and transportation of HACA fleet to/from maintenance shops for mechanical services. Sets-up and tears down meeting spaces to ensure specifications and needs for each event are met. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: High School graduate or GED. One (1) year experience in maintenance and/or construction, including (6) months experience in the operation of heavy-duty equipment. Able to operate a large dump flat bed truck and hydraulic boom, back hoe, and trailers. Good knowledge of techniques, methods, materials, and equipment used in maintaining buildings and grounds. Good knowledge of minor building repair and maintenance of plumbing, heating, cooling, generators and electrical systems. Ability to understand and follow simple instructions and to read and interpret maps. Ability to perform moderately strenuous physical activity. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and residents. Ability to understand and communicate in Spanish and English is highly desirable. Driving Test will be administered as part of the interview process. Bondablity. Valid Texas driver's license. Licensed for the operation of commercial vehicles in the state of Texas within (90) days of employment. Eligibility for coverage under Authority fleet auto insurance. Driving record is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Require waist and back movement; bending, stretching; and lifting, carrying, and moving of supplies, materials and equipment weighing 50 lbs or more. Work in outdoor and indoor environments and may be exposed to extreme weather. Employee may occasionally be subject to electrical shock hazards, dangerous heights, heavy machinery, and dangerous chemicals, and skin irritants (e.g., cleaning solutions, solvents, insecticides). The employee uses goggles, gloves, safety boots, and other safety equipment when required.

APPLICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT: Application for open posted position must be submitted via online at the following website: https://hacanet.applicantpro.com/ However, we will accept applications at the Housing Authority of the City of Austin, 1124 S. IH-35, Austin, Texas 78704. No applications will be accepted after the noted closing dates on the job announcement. We encourage you to visit our website often to view and apply for vacant positions with the Housing Authority of the City of Austin or sign up for job alerts at our career site. The HACA is a drug-free workplace. A Criminal Background Check including a sex offender registry check. A Driving Record, Texas Driver's License, and a Physical/Drug Screening will be required upon offer of employment. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER