Foreman OF Motor Truck Drivers-Citywide

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 If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn, and you will not be hired.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

Aug 31, 2026, 12:00:00 AM