Transit Specialist; Part-time

Person County Government is seeking a dependable, compassionate, and safety-focused part-time Transit Specialist to join the Person Area Transportation System (PATS) team. This part-time position plays an important role in connecting Person County residents with the transportation they need to access medical appointments, employment, essential services, shopping, and other pre-arranged destinations.

Must possess a valid driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record per County policy.

This is a non-exempt position. Part-time employees cannot work more than 1000 hours per calendar year.

• Cleans vehicle and performs Pre- and Post-trip inspections, ensuring assigned vehicle has oil, no flat tires, doors and handicap lift work properly, and all safety equipment is on the vehicle.
• Drives vehicles on assigned schedule/route that may vary on a daily basis to transport passengers to and from destination in a safe manner.
• Provides quality customer service to the riding passengers.
• Monitors and reports status and needs of the vehicles for maintenance and safety.
• Assists passengers, helping them get bags/packages on or off the vehicle, and those who have a walker or wheelchair.
• Maintains on-board safety equipment.
• Records mileage, number of passengers, times, and other required information on devices.
• Collects and keeps account of any fares or ride cards; prepares receipts for monies collected.
• Assists passengers with seat belts, getting in and out of vehicles as needed and required; operates wheelchair lifts as needed; secures wheelchairs, walkers, etc.
• Ensures the vehicle is clean and free of litter.
• Performs related work as assigned.

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
• Preference for one (1) year of commercial driving experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Subject to random drug testing and adherence to OSHA requirements.
• Availability for emergency operations situations.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.