Transportation Driver ( Part-Time

Position Overview

THIS RECRUITMENT IS A CONTINUOUS OPENING AND WILL BE USED TO FILL POSITIONS AS THEY BECOME AVAILABLE. Hiring range for this position is $17.88 per hour. This is a part‑time auxiliary position. Must be at least 19 years of age or older to work as a transportation driver for Cabarrus County.

• Transporting clients to designated sites.
• Assisting with boarding and exiting vehicle.
• Inspecting vehicles.
• Preparing and maintaining files and records.

• Pick‑up, drives and drops clients off at designated locations.
• Assists clients with boarding and getting off vehicles, including operating vehicle wheelchair lift equipment.
• Completes pre‑ and post‑trip maintenance and safety inspections; performs general maintenance tasks.
• Documents mileage readings for riders on manifest log and completes other record‑keeping requirements.
• Operates two‑way radios to communicate with agency base for coordination of trips.
• Attends division and program in‑services and trainings.
• Maintains vehicle cleanliness, both interior and exterior.
• Performs general office assistance work as required.
• Assists with maintenance scheduling for vehicles.
• Assists with maintenance of automated transit dispatch system.
• Performs work during emergency/disaster situations.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Thorough knowledge of regional traffic rules and regulations; basic knowledge of radio 10‑codes; working knowledge of and ability to operate Route Match mobile data terminal; ability to operate passenger vehicles and related equipment safely and efficiently; ability to remain alert and calm during periods of stress; ability to keep records and prepare reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, associates and the general public;

ability to interact effectively with special‑needs populations; ability to relay clear and professional radio communications; and ability to attend work regularly. Must be able to physically provide full service and assistance as required to ridership, including securement, transport, and mobility assistance for wheelchair‑bound and ADA populations.

Requires graduation from high school. Previous public transportation service and/or public health experience preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects, and some medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Work requires climbing, balancing, reaching, standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required; hearing and visual acuity are required for normal spoken word levels and depth perception, color perception, night vision, peripheral vision, visual inspection of small defects and/or small parts, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, and observation of general surroundings and activities. The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.

The worker may be exposed to blood‑borne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.

Possession of an appropriate driver’s license valid in the State of North Carolina. Must meet all DOT requirements for the position. Ability to obtain and maintain a commercial driver’s license with proper endorsements and all required certifications;
First Aid; CPR;
Defensive Driver Course;
Wheelchair Securement;
Blood‑borne Pathogen. Position is a safety‑sensitive position as defined by the Drug‑Free Workplace Policy. Position is essential as defined by the Inclement Weather Plan.

Must be at least 19 years of age or older with 3 years of clean driving record.

Cabarrus County selects applicants for employment based on job‑related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or political influence.