Transit Driver - Temporary, Part-Time

POSITION OVERVIEW

This position provides safe, reliable, and dependable transportation for citizens. The employee performs routine maintenance and cleaning of vehicles.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drives vans and buses to transport passengers over specified routes to local or distant points according to a time schedule.
• Provides safe, reliable, efficient, and customer friendly transit services to all Jackson County residents.
• Completes and reports accurately documenting miles, fuel and route times.
• Conducts pre and post trip inspections of vehicles; report or correct any deficiencies.
• Maintains detailed trip logs and collect and records fares.
• Operates 2-way radios, computerized tablets, and hydraulic lifts.
• Pushes, pulls, and adjusts wheelchair positions on ramps, lifts, and inside vehicle.
• Follows all state and federal transit regulations.
• Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of vehicles.
• Monitors and corrects fuel and fluid levels of vehicles.
• Organizes routes.
• Attends safety and training classes.
• Ensures that passengers are greeted properly; provides information and assistance to passengers.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent; one (1) year directly related driving experience preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses or Certifications: Possession of a valid, State of North Carolina driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle and be willing to obtain a Class C – NC Commercial Driver License within 60 days of employment. Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment. Must complete required transit training. Must participate in random drug screening program.

APPLY ONLINE - Please complete an online employment application at:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/JacksonCounty(NC)

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $13.50 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14