Driver, , Transportation

Position: Driver (Full Time)
DCT Hours of Operation: 4:30 a.m.

- 9:30 p.m., M-F, and 7:30 a.m.

- 4:30 p.m., Saturday.

Individual is responsible for driving public transit vehicles, including vans and buses. Individual transports passengers to specific locations.  Individual reports to the Road Supervisor.

The starting pay rate for this position is $20.88/per hour

A High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.

Work consists of moderately complex, relatively standardized tasks, processes, and operations following established laws and procedures.  The individual understands work processes, methods, and the use of equipment.

Licensure and Certification Requirements:

A. Must possess a valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.

B. Successful completion of previous employment verification and criminal background Investigation.

C. Successful completion of post-offer Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). examination, including drug and alcohol screen.  In addition, the employee must continue to meet driver fitness standards, as determined by the Job Essential Functions.

* Transports passengers to various locations within Delaware County and adjacent counties;

* Transports passengers to other various locations for arranged special trips as necessary;

* Communicates with dispatcher and/or follows pre-arranged trip manifest to determine need and location of passenger pick-up and drop-off sites;

* Assists passengers, including the elderly, disabled, and medically fragile passengers, both into and out of facilities and vehicles, as necessary;

* Secures, loads, and unloads wheelchairs for passengers as necessary;

* Cleans exterior and interior of vehicle, as necessary;

* Completes driver's manifest and trip verification records daily;

* Inspects vehicles regularly for assessment of maintenance and repair needs; and

* Performs minor vehicle maintenance as necessary, including topping off fluids, changing light bulbs, etc., and

* Determines need and communicates with DCT staff for preventative maintenance or repair of transit vehicles and equipment, and delivers vehicle for maintenance or repair, as necessary.

* Performs duties in accordance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations and the employer's policies, procedures, and guidelines.

* Successfully completes initial training program and retraining programs, and classes as assigned.

* Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor(s).

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Equipment:
Ability to operate passenger transit vehicles based on the individual's current license, a wheelchair lift, power washer, air compressor, hand tools, computer, and personal electronic devices.

Critical Skills/Expertise:

* Knowledge of the federal, state, and local requirements, methods, materials, tools, equipment, and standard practices of van/bus driving;

* Knowledge of Bureau of Motor Vehicle traffic laws, defensive driving, and vehicle safety;

* Ability to adhere to office policies and procedures;

* Knowledge of preventative maintenance measures connected with buses/vans;

* Required completion of annual training of blood-borne pathogen procedures and sanitation of bodily fluids;

* Knowledge of the Delaware County area, including the ability to read maps and the ability to drive to unfamiliar areas;

* Ability to operate a van or bus in inclement weather conditions;

* Ability to read and understand electronic manifests to determine specific bus stops and instructions for transporting passengers;

* Knowledge of wheelchair structure and operations;

* Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;

* Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions;

* Ability to work effectively with clients and customers, specifically elderly, disabled, or medically fragile individuals who may be upset, distraught, irate, emotionally or mentally, or otherwise unable to function within a reasonable range of constructive behaviors;

* Ability to work under pressure and to capably interact with coworkers, supervisors, and other members of various departments and agencies.

RESPONSIBILITY

Individual is given general direction in following established practices and clear-cut policies.  Work is performed…