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Foreman Of Motor Truck Drivers

City of Chicago
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JOB ANNOUNCMENT 

 

 

FOREMAN OF MOTOR TRUCK DRIVERS

 

DEPARTMENT OF WATER MANAGEMENT

DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

DEPARTMENT OF STREETS & SANITATION

DEPARTMENT OF FLEET & FACILITY MANAGEMENT

CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY

 

Number of Positions: Varies between departments

(Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)

 

Starting Annual Salary: $54/ Hourly

 

This position is open to the public and all current City employees covered under the City’s collective bargaining agreement with STATE AND MUNICIPAL TEAMSTERS, CHAUFFEURS, & HELPERS UNION, LOCAL 700 – BARGAINING UNIT 08. Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.

 

BID INSTRUCTIONS: Apply on the bid site: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en AND

 

1. Check the box on your profile titled “Currently employed by the City of Chicago”

2. Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled ‘payee/employee number’)

3. Select your correct bargaining unit

 

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION

 

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on September 14, 2026

 

 

Under general supervision, coordinates, supervises and inspects the work of Motor Truck Drivers (MTDs) engaged in equipment operation and general maintenance activities; and performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

·         Supervises and inspects the work of MTDs engaged in operating trucks and heavy automotive equipment

·         Assigns and reassigns MTDs to specific projects as necessitated by emergencies or program changes

·         Reviews and analyzes a variety of reports concerning unit operations, productivity and tonnage collection data to ensure maximum efficiency

·         Establishes standards of procedure for equipment testing and operation

·         Prepares daily assignment sheets, project summary and operation reports of work activities

·         Ensures the 24-hour availability of personnel during snow emergencies

·         Supervises call-out procedures during snow removal operations

·         Prepares and maintains snow removal operation reports

·         Maintains mileage, oil and gasoline consumption records

·         Serves as consultant for problems involving equipment operations

·         Assists supervisory personnel in expediting disciplinary actions

·         Oversees the training of new employees

·         Processes accident and personal injury reports

·         Ensures all personnel comply with established policies and procedures

·         Conducts periodic checks of licensing requirements for MTDs.

RELATED DUTIES: Issues parking violations to illegally parked vehicles for towing purposes; verifies types and amount of waste disposal transported to landfill or transfer sites.

NOTE: The list of essential duties is not intended to be inclusive; there may be other duties that are essential to particular positions within the class.

A Foreman of Motor Truck Driver in the Chicago Department of Aviation, Department of Transportation, and the Department of Streets and Sanitation

·         Ensures the 24-hour availability of personnel during snow emergencies and airport construction.

·         Supervises call-out procedures during snow removal operations and airport construction.

·         Manages snow removal of streets, airport property, bridge sidewalks, overpasses, etc.

·         Prepares and maintains snow removal operation reports.

 

A Foreman of Motor Truck Driver in the Department of Fleet and Facility Management

·         Oversees MTD –Tire Repair employees who drive and operate a variety of motor vehicles and power equipment in order to respond to and make service calls to disabled vehicles in the field performing non-skilled, physically demanding manual work changing out and replacing tires on a wide variety of light, medium, and heavy city vehicles. Supervises fuel truck MTD’s in the delivery of scheduled fuel routes and emergencies. Schedules MTDs in the operation of the river cleaning boats. Movement or training of MTD’s may be required.  Therefore, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class “A” with an "X" endorsement is required.

 

A Foreman of Motor Truck Driver in the Department of Aviation

·         Drives on the movement areas of the airfield.  Therefore, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class “A” or “B” with both a "P" and "X" endorsement as well as airfield driving experience are required (advanced aka red stripe or basic aka yellow stripe driving privileges)

·         Candidates who do not have advanced driving privileges must secure the advanced driving certification (aka red stripe driving privileges) within 60 days of employment and maintained throughout employment.

·         The candidate(s) selected for hire must pass an airport background check and a Security Threat Assessment (STA).

·         Candidates must obtain an Airport SIDA Badge by the first day of airport employment and maintain the badge throughout airport employment.

 

A Foreman of Motor Truck Driver in the Chicago Public Library Department

·         May be required to drive a truck route for the day, including loading and delivering library books, only, if necessary, when the department is short on crew members to complete daily routes.  

·          Maintains CPL Fleet vehicles in addition to trucks.

·         Working with library departments to maintain an organized operation of loading dock.

·         Coordinates with library circulation and supplies teams to distribute shipments seasonally.

·         Analyzes current truck routes periodically to find efficiencies and speed book delivery.

·         Drives personnel as needed.

All Departments

·         Applicants cannot have an Air Brake ("L") restriction on their Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

 

Location:       Citywide

Days:            Varies between departments         

Hours:          Varies between departments

 

Qualifications

 

THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

·         Two years of progressively responsible experience in operating automotive equipment. A valid State of Illinois Class "A" or "B" Commercial Driver's License is required.

NOTE: You must provide your valid State of Illinois Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at time of processing.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

·         Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs. occasionally. Ability to operate automotive equipment safely and according to law.

WORKING CONDITIONS

·         May be exposed to noise or dust and unfavorable atmospheric conditions or extreme temperatures.

EQUIPMENT

·         Various automotive and power equipment.

 

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: This position requires candidates to pass both a written job knowledge exam and a supervisory skills assessment. Test results will be sent out by the Department of Human Resources after test results have been analyzed and compiled. Candidates who successfully pass all exam components and evaluation will be hired in accordance with the CBA. 

 

If you currently hold the title of Foreman of Motor Truck Driver (FMTD) and would like to bid for an opportunity to change departments, you must fill out an application. Current FMTDs who have successfully submitted an application DO NOT have to complete the written job knowledge exam and the supervisory assessment portion of the hiring process in order to move forward.

 

EDUCATION & EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION:  Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired, you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying. You must include job titles, dates of employment and specific job duties. If you received your degree internationally, all international transcripts/diplomas must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation. You must provide your transcripts or diploma, professional license, or training certificates at the time of processing, if applicable.   If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn, and you will not be hired.

 

For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html

 

For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at: City of Chicago :: Classification and Pay Plan

 

APPLICATION EVALUATION: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted.  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.  

 

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

 

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer.

  

City of Chicago

Brandon Johnson, Mayor

 

                          Here is the link to the City of Chicago website:

                 https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/100/jobsearch.ftl?lang

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Foreman of Motor Truck Drivers (Both)

$54.00 / Hourly

Job #7185-CITYWIDE-2026

08/31/26 - 09/14/26

 

  1. The   applicant must create a Candidate Profile to apply for the position.  Once a profile is set up, the applicant will receive email alerts for new positions in the area of interest. 
  2. Job postings will remain online for a minimum of 14 business days.
  3. All information must be completed on the application.  The following documents should be attached (resume, cover letter, and transcripts.)