Sweeper Operator II (Public Facilities)

Basic Function

Responsible for the safe and effective operation of heavy equipment used in public spaces, facility parking areas, streets, bus and rail lanes, and gutter cleaning. Work is performed with considerable independence under general supervision and is reviewed for results produced. Performs duties in a safe, efficient manner and in compliance with all applicable rules and safety procedures.

Responsibilities And Specific Duties

• Operates a motorized sweeper vehicle on assigned routes and schedules.
• Maintains accurate daily records of all work performed, to include road hazards such as abandoned vehicles, tree clearances, and pavement conditions which may have impeded sweeping operations.
• Maneuvers sweeper along the street near the curb to clean streets and gutters, operates controls to activate brushes and water spray for the removal of dust and pick up of litter, refills machine water tank as necessary.
• Performs general equipment servicing, cleans motor sweeper; checks for broom and regenerative blower system; reports mechanical or other equipment problems; checks and fills oil, water, and fuel.
• Checks tires, lights, reflectors, mirrors, radio, and gauges on the sweeper before operation; fills water tank.
• Makes minor adjustments to the sweeper on the route; reports damage requiring extensive or complex adjustments or repairs; washes and cleans sweeper at end of shift.
• Reports mileage, water source/consumption, number/location of dumps and other operational details.
• Cleans and pressure washes rail platforms and stations, shelters, park and ride platforms, transit center platforms and bus stops.
• Maintains, cleans and removes trash, graffiti, human waste and dead animals from rail platforms and stations, shelters, park and rides, transit centers and bus stops.
• Performs flagging duties along METRO Rail system to ensure safe train movement.
• Provides excellent customer service to METRO internal and external customers.
• Applies SMS (Safety Management System) methods and principles in daily routine and supports all aspects of the agency’s Public Agency Safety Plan (PTASP).
• Promotes safety awareness and follows safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.
  
  

Pay Rate: $20.28

Education Requirement

High school diploma or GED is required.

Years & Experience Required

Minimum three (3) years’ experience in heavy equipment in the construction industry or other related field.

Will also accept any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.

Knowledge & Skills Required

Requires a Texas CDL Class B Driver’s License with Air Brake Endorsement and must meet METRO’s requirements regarding motor vehicle records. Good verbal/written communication skills. Must be able to complete/fill-out written reports, records and forms. Ability to operate any METRO support equipment.

Additional Information

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, Texas has a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy for all employees. All internal and external applicants will be required to undergo drug testing before employment and will be subject to further drug and/or alcohol testing throughout their employment.

Further, employees who perform safety-sensitive functions will submit to drug and/or alcohol testing in accordance to the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulatory requirements.

We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or disability.