Street Sweeper Operator

Job Description:

Street Sweeper Operator

Description

Come join the City of Fresno in Building a Better Fresno!

Want to see what it’s like to work here? Explore our We Work For You video series to discover the real stories, passion, and purpose of the team behind Fresno’s success.

Position Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Come and join the City of Fresno in achieving our mission of Building a Better Fresno!

Street Sweeper Operator is a journey level class in which incumbents operate a motor driven street sweeper to clean City streets and gutters in assigned areas. Incumbents may be assigned to any eight-hour shift.

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

- Operates a motor driven street sweeper in an assigned area to clean streets and gutters.

- Services, cleans, and makes minor adjustments/repairs to the street sweeper.

- Cleans storm drains and gutters.

- Keeps daily records of work performed.

- Performs related duties as required.

Full job description may viewed at:

https://www.fresno.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/JS-Street-Sweeper-Operator.pdf

View “We Work For You” videos to get an inside look from the Street Sweeper Operators:

(1) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=koFG1kXSCVE

(2) https://youtu.be/RL_97IgTcr8?si=o_gBzpIVgbUkHgTy

The current vacancy exists in the Solid Waste Management Division of the Public Utilities Department. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.

THE REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination.

Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent GED completion.

One (1) year of experience in the operation of construction, agricultural and related equipment with complex operating requirements.

The work experience section MUST include specific types of equipment and/or vehicles operated.

Knowledge of City geography and street locations. Must be able to read and follow maps.

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Work independently and as part of a team.

Special Requirement(s):

Must possess a valid Commercial Class B California Driver’s License without airbrake restriction at time of application and maintain the appropriate license for the entire term of employment in this classification.

Applicants MUST attach a current copy (issued within the past 30 days) of their driving record obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles. Applications lacking this documentation will be rejected. Please review the "Additional Information" section below for attachment instructions. DMV printouts obtained from the DMV’s kiosk, website or office are acceptable. The City of Fresno does not reimburse the cost of obtaining the DMV driving record.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are necessary to safely, effectively, and efficiently perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

This classification’s physical demands involve heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally with assistance, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Additionally, the following physical demands may be required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, walking. Climbing in and out of cab and ladders, balancing on uneven surfaces to perform essential maintence on the sweeper. Exposure to extreme heat, cold and rain.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

The selected eligible candidates certified will be required to successfully pass a Department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment with the City of Fresno.

This position has been designated as being Safety Sensitive, which requires all eligibles offered employment to successfully pass a drug test prior to employment. Federal law requires individuals applying for positions involving the operation of certain transit vehicles, revenue service vehicles, the transportation of hazardous materials, or heavy equipment over 26,001 pounds requiring a commercial driver's license, must undergo pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment. This classification is subject to random drug and alcohol testing throughout the entire term of employment in this class.

SELECTION PROCESS

The examination process may consist of the following:

Written Examination - 100%: A job-related written examination will be administered that may test a candidate's knowledge in interpersonal relationships, transportation, safety and other job-related items.

The written exam is tentatively scheduled for the week of July 13, 2026.

The City reserves the right to amend any phase of the examination process should there be a limited number of successful candidates. Should such amendment be exercised, a candidate's final score and placement on the eligible list would be based upon the completed test phase(s).

Candidates eligible for an interview may also be required to undergo a performance exercise as part of the interview process. A panel of subject matter experts may be assembled to observe a candidate's ability to perform a set of job-related tasks. The performance exercise may consist of performing a DMV type pre-trip vehicle inspection and ability to drive and operate a motor driven street sweeper in a satisfactory manner.

HOW TO APPLY

For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the Help & Support tab. For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call 1-855-524-5627 or email [email protected]. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason.

Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application.

For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for. Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications.

For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our Careers Homepage. If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at 559-621-6950. Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721.

VETERAN PREFERENCE REGULATIONS

Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score.

How To Apply

For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the Help & Support tab. For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call 1-855-524-5627 or email [email protected]. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason.

Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application.

For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for. Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications.

For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our Careers Homepage . If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at 559-621-6950. Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.

3% Salary Increase, effective June 15, 2026

Bargaining Unit 1

Non-Supervisory Blue Collar

International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers Local 39

BENEFIT

DESCRIPTION

HEALTH INSURANCE

The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT

IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION

Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.

VACATION LEAVE

Accrue 8 - 15 hours per month based on years of service available after 6 months.

SICK LEAVE

8 hours per month, available after 90 days

HOLIDAYS

10 City-observed annual holidays, plus birthday and 2 personal days.

SHORT TERM DISABILITY

Provided through California SDI program

BILINGUAL PREMIUM

$100 per month upon approved certification

SUPPLEMENTAL SICK

40 hours per fiscal year.

80 hours lifetime maximum accrual.

UNIFORM ALLOWANCE

City contracted uniform service, cost shared 50/50 Safety Shoe voucher - $250

Prescription Safety Glasses - Reimbursement of $125

HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT (HRA)

Eligible retirees can use the remaining Sick Leave balance, in excess of 240 hours, at 80% of hourly rate and other qualified leave balances, tax free, to reimburse health insurance premiums and other qualified medical expenses.

RETIREMENT - City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.

DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits include ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at

https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1

Please note that the benefits package described above is specific to permanent full-time employees. Employees engaged on a part-time, temporary, limited, or other basis may have different entitlements.

Closing Date/Time: 6/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$59,448.00 - $72,276.00 Annually