Street Sweeper Lead - Street Sweeping

Job Summary: 

SCA maintains of fleet of sweepers, dump trucks, flatbed trucks, pickup trucks, trailers, attenuators, and various other support equipment. We are looking for a skilled Mechanic to assemble, maintain and repair machinery and vehicles. You will be responsible for ensuring functionality and reliability of machines, engines, and mechanical systems. An excellent mechanic must have manual dexterity and great attention to detail. They must be able to work with various machines and tools as well as follow all safety precautions.

We are looking for a Lead CDL Driver with dispatching experience who will be responsible for ensuring their team has all required information to be successful during their shift and driving a Broom Sweeper Truck, providing prompt service to customers assigned to daily scheduled routes, including but not limited to new housing developments, contractors, municipalities, and road construction contractors, etc.

Location: 390 E Gish Rd, San Jose, CA 95112

Pay: Starting at $28 per hour, depending on experience

Hours: Monday through Friday from 5AM to 1:30PM, hours are subject to change depending on business needs

Job Responsibilities: 

• Perform the required inspection of the Broom Sweeper, prior to operating the equipment.
• Perform minor mechanical checks of truck & equipment.
• Wear proper and required PPE.
• Review scheduled routes assigned.
• Be proactive and ask questions if the route is unclear.
• Perform the safe operation of a Broom Sweeper  
• Complete assigned job(s) in the time allotted.
• Maintain quality of work  
• Track completed tasks and/or routes (sweep validation per procedures)  
• Exercise extra caution during inclement weather  
• Report any equipment failures, near misses, or accidents to the Lead or Supervisor within 8 hours.
• Refuel at the end of the shift prior to returning to the shop.
• Overnight travel may be required.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:   

• Must have a valid Commercial Driver’s License Class B with air brake endorsement.
• Valid DOT medical card. 
• High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent work experience closely related to the field of work. 
• Must have dispatching experience.
• Requires work performed in outdoor environments.
• Exposure to variable and adverse weather conditions.
• Exposure to noise, vibrations, jarring, fumes grease oil & chemicals.
• Active, physical work involving occasionally; lifting (50+ lbs.), carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, and reaching. Frequently, walking, standing, driving, and operating equipment for extended periods of time. 
• Requires focus adjustment, depth perception, and clear close & distant vision. Use of ear, eye, and other safety equipment. 
• Requires regular use of hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. 
• Requires regular use of eyes, shoulders & neck to monitor vehicle mirrors & backup camera.
• CDL, Tow motor (i.e., powered industrial truck) operation, Valid Driver’s License, as applicable.

 Benefits of Joining SCA:   

• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)  
• Company-paid life insurance.  
• Various voluntary benefits like – short-term/long-term disability, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and additional life insurance  
• Paid vacation time & holidays.  
• Competitive compensation  
• Career advancement opportunity  
• Weekly pay on Fridays.
• On-Demand Pay (through Ceridian: Dayforce) – Get paid as you earn!