CDL Driver

Location : CPW0-DPW Administration
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 03449
Department: DPW- Department of Public Works
Opening Date: 01/12/2024
Position Purpose/Summary
*Please note that this is a Civil Service position. This position is not currently open, should there become an opening we will hire off of the list of applicants starting with the oldest application date.*
APPLICATION FOR CITY OF SPRINGFIELD LABOR SERVICE
Applicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of filing application. Incomplete applications will not be processed. The name of an applicant will remain on the Labor Service register for the job title which he or she is registered for a period of not more than 5 years from the date of registration, subject to a renewal of registration as provided in Section 28, Chapter 31 of the General Laws, and subject to compliance with other applicable provisions of the Civil Service law and rules.
Responsible for the operation of City-owned motorized vehicles classified as "heavy". Work is performed under the supervision of a higher grade. No supervision is exercised over other employees.
Essential Functions

• Operates street sweepers, rubbish trucks, asphalt paving equipment, and snow plow as needed.
• Performs minor maintenance to vehicles as needed (i.e. oil, lubrication, etc.).
• Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools, equipment, and techniques of the trade.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Skill in the use and care of tools, equipment and materials of the trade.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of related experience
• Commercial Drivers License

NOTICE: The following benefits are contingent upon hours worked and bargaining vs. non-bargaining agreements.
Medical/Dental/ Vision 75% City Subsidized
All health insurance plans include Dental and Vision
Retirement Available to employees working 20+ hours per week
Paid Vacation Earned vacation time can be taken after 6 months of service. Earned time is accrued.
Paid Holidays All City employees receive 11 paid holidays per year.
Paid Sick Time Full time employees are immediately eligible to begin accruing 1 1/4 days per month which can be taken after 6 months of service. Supplemental Long Term and Short disability coverage is available to employees at the employee cost.
Paid Personal Days Use up to 3 of your accrued sick days as Personal days. Personal days cannot be rolled over into the next calendar year.
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) A means for eligible employees to balance work and family responsibilities by taking unpaid leave for authorized reasons.
Training On the job and instructor led courses available
Employee Assistance Program Free, confidential and personal assistance to employees and their families to resolve issues that affect their personal lives as well as job performance.
Direct Deposit Easy, convenient, and free!
01
Have you ever served in the United States armed forces during wartime as defined by Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 4, Section 7, Clause 43 as amended by the Acts of 2003 effective August 30, 2024? Please attached a DD214 if yes.

• Yes
• No

02
Are you the unremarried spouse or parent of a veteran who dies from a service-connected disability incurred in wartime service?

• Yes
• No

03
Select the type of work options you are looking for.

• Permanent
• Temporary
• Part-Time
• Intermittent
• Full-Time

04
Are you a current resident of the City of Springfield?

• Yes
• No

05
Are you willing to relocate to Springfield?

• Yes
• No

06
All communication for this position will be done through email, are you applying with a valid email address?

• Yes
• No

07
Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

08
Do you have a valid Massachusetts Commercial Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

09
Do you have two years of related experience?

• Yes
• No

Required Question