New Bern, NC
Do you enjoy working with the public and having a rewarding career that gives back to your community? This could be a great position for you!
Blue Arbor is seeking a compassionate, responsible and timely Part Time Driver.
You will be working up to 30 hours each week. Schedules to be determined. (Will be 1st shift hours)
PAY: $14.62 for non CDL drivers and $15.06 for CDL with passenger endorsement.
This position does NOT require a CDL, but CDL with passenger endorsement is beneficial!
MUST HAVE HAD YOUR DRIVERS LICENSE A MINIMUM OF 5 YEARS, LICENSE MUST BE VALID,WITH CLEAN DRIVING RECORD, ABILITY TO PASS A BACKGROUND CHECK AND DRUG TEST.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Performs work in the operation of an agency transit vehicle to assure safe transport of passengers to and from various destinations.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
An employee in this class drives an agency transit vehicle over a scheduled route to transport passengers to various locations throughout a designated service delivery area. Work is primarily transporting passengers to and from medical facilities, grocery stores, pharmacies, human service agencies, place of employment, congregate meal sites, dialysis centers, and other desired locations. Additional responsibilities include maintaining a variety of records such as time at each stop, , number of passengers, and mileage. Independent judgment must be exercised in handling unusual situations arising with passengers. Employee is supervised by the Director or the Assistant Director and work is reviewed through observation and review of records which may include the video and audio recording equipment located on each vehicle.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Drives an assigned route to transport passengers which includes individuals who are children, elderly, disabled, special needs, and the public in general. Must be able to use de-escalation techniques when dealing with an aggressive individual.
Assumes responsibility for the care of the assigned vehicle, including cleanliness of the interior of the vehicle and performing pre/post trip inspections. Drivers may also be expected to disinfect surface areas on the interior of the vehicle.
Driving vehicles to specified locations for maintenance and repair.
Maintain an accurate and detailed record of time worked for departmental purposes including payroll reporting.
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Assist ambulatory passengers in getting in and out of the transit vehicle by offering a specifically positioned elbow for the passenger to use as support. Drivers are not allowed to pull, push, lift, or otherwise physically handle a passenger.
Assist passengers who use wheelchairs by pushing the wheelchair, if needed, and properly securing both the wheelchair and the passenger using the vehicle securement devices.
Performs related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Working knowledge of the rules and regulations involved in the safe and efficient operation of automotive equipment.
Ability to deal effectively and patiently with the general public, including the elderly and/or disabled.
Ability to operate a car, van, and small bus.
Ability to perform vehicle pre-trip and post-trip inspections which include but are not limited to checking vehicle fluid levels, lights, tires, items left behind, and damage.
Some knowledge of basic automotive procedures.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to read a map to find designated locations and/or follow GPS directional instructions.
Ability to communicate using a two-way radio.
DESIREABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Minimum of five (5) years general driving experience is required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles. Possession of a valid commercial driver’s license with a passenger endorsement issued by the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles is required for full time positions.
MUST BE A LICENSED DRIVER FOR MORE THAN 5 YEARS!!!!!
Applicant cannot have any points on driving record in the three (3) years prior to application. Applicant must authorize verification of driving record as well as a criminal background check. Driving history and/or criminal background information may affect eligibility for this position.
This position is subject to pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Transportation Administration guidelines and local policy.
Physical Requirements
Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including automobiles, vans, light trucks, small buses, and accessibility equipment.
Must be able to exert enough force occasionally to push a passenger in a wheelchair to include up/down an accessibility ramp, and up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Must be able to assist passengers from the vehicle during an emergency evacuation.
Physical demand requirements are for Light Work. However, instances occur in transporting disabled persons that require physical demands rated at Medium Work.
Interpersonal Communication: Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information including receiving instructions, assignments, or directions from supervisors.
Language Ability: Requires the ability to read a variety of records and documents such as manifests and training manuals. Requires the ability to communicate with a variety of persons including individuals who are elderly and/or disabled.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in Standard English.
Motor Coordination: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately in using a variety of passenger vehicles and other motorized equipment.
Manual Dexterity: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items such as vehicles, passenger vans, small buses, and motorized equipment. Must have minimum levels of eye/hand/foot coordination. Must be able to get onto knees when necessary to properly secure a wheelchair. Must be able to bend and twist.
Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal levels of stress.
Physical Communication: Requires the ability to talk and hear. (Talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words. Hearing: perceiving nature of sounds by ear.)