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CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS
Under supervision, a Pool Motor Truck Driver in the Department of Streets and Sanitation and the Chicago Department of Aviation. Works full-time temporary assignments, driving and operating a wide variety of motor vehicles and power equipment; and performs related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Spreads 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
Additional duties may be required for this position.
Location: Various, based on operational need
Hours: Various, based on operational need
Days: Various, based on operational need
THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience
· Possession of a Valid State of Illinois Class "A" or "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required at time of application. Cannot have restrictions on CDL limiting operation of equipment.
· A Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required for Positions driving a tractor trailer or 20-ton truck.
Licensure, Certification, or Other Qualifications
A valid State of Illinois Class "A" or "B" Commercial Driver's License is required
NOTE: Applicants must pass a driving test demonstrating their ability to operate various vehicles.
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).
As a condition of continued employment, you must obtain an "X" endorsement on your Commercial Driver's License (CDL) by March 15. 2026 . Candidates who do not possess an "X" endorsement on their CDL by March 15. 2026 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.
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 the 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 1-year clearance on DOT by 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. 2026.
Endorsements required: 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: 421 (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):
NOTE: The Department of Streets and Sanitation (DSS) does not accept commercial learner's permits (CLP).
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 Motor Truck Drivers 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, 2026
Endorsements required: None at the 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.
APPLICATION EVALUATION : Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. The Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY : To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA) and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates to be referred to departments for consideration. These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates. To learn more about our hiring practices click here. (https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dhr/provdrs/emp.html)
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The City of Chicago in an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.
City of Chicago
Brandon Johnson, Mayor
Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59 pm CST o n 7/25/2025, No Exceptions will be made.
