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Truck Driver, Facilities Services (8553C) - 34283 About Berkeley

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.

The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.

We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, our Principles of Community, and our Strategic Plan.

Departmental Overview

Facilities Services works to maintain a campus built environment that is conducive to teaching, learning and research. We strive to continuously improve the campus in partnership with all members of the campus community.

Cal Zero Waste manages over 25 tons of solid waste that move through the campus daily and is committed to expanding recycling and composting programs while providing effective refuse collection services.

Our office offers recycling, composting and refuse pickup, debris box ordering, and porta-potty placement. To operate these programs, Cal Zero Waste works with various other campus entities such as Custodial Services for indoor waste and recycling collection and Grounds Operations for greenwaste and plant debris services.

Our staff consists of a Zero Waste Manager, a Zero Waste Operations Supervisor, a Zero Waste Operations Coordinator, two Zero Waste Specialists, and Truck Drivers. We also employ a team part time student staff responsible for education and outreach programs, waste reduction projects, and building assessments.

We coordinate the recycling efforts for mixed paper, cans and bottles, greenwaste and wood, food waste, toner cartridges, and mixed metal. We are also a resource for general information on waste prevention and disposal, material reuse and recycling, and sustainable and environmentally preferred products.

The role of this position is to perform recycling and/or refuse collection duties following established practices and policies.

The position drives a rear loader packer truck and other class B vehicles; and collects refuse, recyclables or green waste on a specific route. Assist with loading and unloading refuse, recyclables, compost or green waste into/or from the packer truck, running the rear end controls on the packer truck, and stopping to collect materials placed within receptacles or the replacing the receptacles themselves throughout the campus and/or along the specified route. Drives the packer truck to and from landfill, the transfer station or recycling center or other designated sites. The position performs safety and maintenance inspections of trucks per a set schedule.



Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: April 27, 2022


Responsibilities

• Drives a rear loader packer truck or other class B vehicle and assists in the loading and unloading of recyclable material, green waste, garbage, etc. from trucks. Responsible for dumping trucks and collecting litter and empty receptacles. Delivers and collects receptacles.
• Operates loading and compacting controls on trucks.
• Cleans and lubricates pivot points on truck bodies. Inspects components and fluid levels for cab chassis, body and motors. Checks stress points for wear. Checks air pressure in tires and tires for wear. Recognizes and immediately reports problems and service needs to the lead or supervisor.
• Conducts truck safety inspections on a daily basis as required by the California Highway Patrol BIT Program. The employee is personally responsible for following health and safety guidelines/instructions and using PPE (gloves, ear plugs, dust masks, hard toe shoes, uniforms).
• Keeps accurate records such as dump tag service requests, recharge numbers, and route lists. Paints, labels, and maintains containers and equipment as needed or directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated skill and experience driving a packer truck and/or large Class B commercial trucks safely and in tight, confined areas.
• Knowledge and skill to perform vehicle maintenances and safety inspections.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to interpret and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to move up to 75-100 lbs. routinely.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work cooperatively with co-workers, clients and the campus community.
• Requires ability to work outdoors in fluctuating and/or extreme weather conditions.

Special Conditions of Employment

• The regular work schedule is 4:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. This position requires occasional overtime.
• Must be able to respond to emergencies, work weekends and on holidays.
• Ability to move up to 75-100 lbs. routinely.
• Requires working outdoors in fluctuating and/or extreme weather conditions.

Adhere to Physical Plant-Campus Services' work rules and Code of Conduct.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of principles of recycling and composting (preferred).

Salary & Benefits

• This position is a non-exempt, bi-weekly paid position. Hourly pay for this role is commensurate with experience within the range of $25.83-$36.14, Steps 1.0 - 18.0.
• For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

How to Apply

• Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single attachment when applying.

Driving Required

• Must possess a valid California class B commercial drivers license and clean DMV record. Must participate in the DMV Pull notice system and BIT program.

Other Information

This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Service Unit (SX) between the University of California and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). The current bargaining agreement manual can be found at: https://www.google.com/url?q=http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/sx/index.html&source=gmail&ust=1638984269320000&usg=AOvVaw1K2XrarHZ5kDYHQBQAQTjC' href='https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=3005362&targetURL=http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/sx/index.html' target='_blank'>http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/sx/index.html

Conviction History Background

• This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Physical Exam

• Employment is contingent upon passing a physical exam.

Equal Employment Opportunity

• The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant see: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf
• For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct

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