Description:

BID/JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Pool Motor Truck Driver

CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION (CDA)

DEPARTMENT OF STREETS AND SANITATION (DSS)

Number of Positions: 500 (additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)

This position is open to current BIDDERS from Teamsters Local 700 Bargaining Unit 08 AND the PUBLIC, including current city employees in other unions or non-union positions. Only current city employees covered under the City’s Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters Local 700 Bargaining Unit 08 are considered BIDDERS, these individuals are eligible to bid. Qualified bidders who properly submit a bid will receive preference over any non-bidders.

Bid Instructions :

Apply on the bid site:

https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en

AND

Check the box on your profile titled “Currently employed by the City of Chicago.”

1. Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled ‘payee/employee ID number’)

2. Select your correct bargaining unit

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION

Duties:

Under general supervision, a Pool Motor Truck Driver in the Department of Streets and Sanitation and the Chicago Department of Aviation:

· Operates a wide variety of motor vehicles and power equipment.

· Spread sand and salt.

· Transports materials, tools, equipment, and personnel to and from projects.

· Inspects automotive equipment for proper operation.

· Performs related duties as assigned.

In addition to the above duties, a Pool Motor Truck Driver in the Department of Streets & Sanitation:

· Drives refuse collection trucks, tow trucks, snowplows, salt spreaders, and all rolling motorized stock to clear streets and alleys.

· Assignments within this department may require alternate shifts and/or weekend shifts.

In addition to the above duties, a Pool Motor Truck Driver in the Chicago Department of Aviation:

· Drives snowplows and salt spreaders to clear streets, airfields, and runways

· Communicates with other drivers and control tower personnel while on the airfield.

LOCATION: Varies, based on operational need.

DAYS OFF: Varies, based on operational need.

HOURS: Varies, based on operational need.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a non-expired, Class "A" or "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required at time of application. Applicants cannot have an Air Brake ("L"), CMV with Full Air Brake (“Z”) or Medical Variance (“V”) restrictions on their Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Applicants must pass a driving test demonstrating their ability to operate various vehicles.

Note : As a condition of continued employment, you must obtain an "X" endorsement on your Commercial Driver's License (CDL) by March 15, 2025. Candidates who do not possess an "X" endorsement on their CDL by March 15, 2025, will be terminated and removed from the pool.

An “X” endorsement is a combined endorsement of both tankers and hazmat. Candidates who obtain an “X” endorsement by the deadline will remain in the pool until a new assignment becomes available, provided there are no disciplinary or attendance issues.

Preference:

Applicants who possess both an “X” endorsement and a “P” endorsement or a commercial learner's permit (CLP) with the “X” and “P” endorsement will be given first consideration to be hired by the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA).

Note: To be considered for this position you MUST attach a copy of your valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class "A" or "B" to your online application. FAILURE TO ATTACH A COPY OF YOUR CDL WILL RESULT IN YOUR APPLICATION BEING INCOMPLETE AND YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

Employee Vaccination Requirement: City of Chicago employees must, as a condition of employment, be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 effective October 15, 2021. This Policy applies to all City employees. If you are not able to receive the vaccine for medical or religious reasons, you may seek approval for an exemption in accordance with applicable City processes. For more information on the vaccine policy please visit: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dhr/supp_info/city-of-chicago-employee-vaccination-policy.html

Selection Requirements:

This position requires candidates to successfully pass a Road Test. Candidates, who meet the minimum qualifications, pass the Road Test and all other preemployment testing (including passing a Pre-Employment DOT Physical and Drug Screen, City of Chicago indebtedness and background check) will be hired in lottery order.

Candidates selected by the Department of Streets and Sanitation and Chicago Department of Aviation will be contacted via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to monitor their emails regularly upon application.

Note: CONDITIONAL Pre-Employment DOT Physical Medical Cards will NOT be accepted by the Department of Streets and Sanitation or Chicago Department of Aviation. Candidates must receive a minimum of 1-year clearance on DOT from our selected Concentra Clinic.

Pool Motor Truck Drivers (PMTD) at Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA):

Requirements: Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications, AND successfully pass the Road Test, airport background check, Security Threat Assessment (STA) and all other preemployment processes and testing including passing a Pre-Employment DOT Physical, drug screen and criminal background will be hired in lottery order. Preference will be given to individuals who submit a valid copy of their CDL with P and X endorsements.

Note: All selected candidates hired by the Chicago Department of Aviation must pass and maintain a basic airfield driving test (yellow stripe) and maintain a valid CDL to remain employed.

Hours: Work hours within this department may require alternate shifts and/or weekends.

Health Benefits: Not available

The season will end on March 31. 2025.

Endorsements: Candidates who hold the Passenger (P) and Tanker and Hazmat (X) endorsement on their CDL at the time of application will be given preference and hired at CDA prior to candidates who do not hold the endorsements. All individuals must obtain/maintain the X endorsement to remain in the Pool at the end of the season.

Vacancies: 320 (this includes recalls from the pool) Pool Motor Truck Drivers do not need to re-apply.

Pool Motor Truck Drivers (PMTD) at Department of Streets and Sanitation (DSS):

Requirements: Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and successfully pass the Road Test, and all other preemployment processes and testing including passing a Pre-Employment DOT Physical, drug screen and criminal background check will be hired in lottery order.

Hours: Guaranteed two-hour shifts. The hours may be extended, if needed, depending on weather conditions and operational needs. Work hours within this department may require alternate shifts and/or weekends.

Health Benefits: Not available

Pool MTD's hired into the Department of Streets and Sanitation for these two-hour shifts are considered part-time and will not be entitled to health insurance.

The season will end: March 31, 2025

Endorsements required: None at time of application . All individuals must obtain/maintain the X endorsement to remain in the Pool at the end of the season.

Vacancies: 180 (this includes recalls from the pool) Pool Motor Truck Drivers do not need to re-apply.

Evaluation: Your initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application form and documents submitted at the time of the application. Applications must be submitted by the individual applicant. No second party applicants will be accepted.

Residency Requirement: All employees of the City of Chicago must be actual residents of the city as outlined in 2-152-050 of the City of Chicago Municipal Code. Proof of residency will be required.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy in order to participate in the application process , please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources, at 312-744-4976 or disabilityaccommodations@cityofchicago.org . Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable accommodation request.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.

Brandon Johnson, Mayor

City of Chicago

Please note, all positions with the City of Chicago close promptly at 11:59pm C.S.T. Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59p.m. C.D.T. on July 5, 2024. No exceptions will be made.