Passenger Vehicle Driver Part-Time en City of Florence, Alabama, AL

About the Department

The Driver for the Parks and Recreation Department will drive routes assigned to him/her as assigned by the Supervisor. The work involves pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the van/bus and maintenance of service-related forms. The driver will be responsible for the safe operations of the vehicle over various service routes. Functions include home delivery meals, daily transportation, field trips, and other Senior or Park and Recreation-related activities.

Position Duties

1. Operates Transit Vehicles on Service Routes:
   • Conducts pre-trip vehicle inspections.
   • Conducts post-trip inspections.
   • Collects and documents transit fares.
   • Maintains paperwork relating to vehicle operation including time sheets, mileage /passenger's information, inspection sheets, and worksheets.
   • Provides transportation on and off the Bus or Van for passengers.
   • Maneuvers wheel-chair clients and secures chairs in transit vehicles.
   • Provides passengers assistance entering and exiting the transit vehicle.
   • Maintenance of City Vehicle(s) driven.
   • Fuels vehicles.
   • Checks and maintains proper fluid levels.
   • Maintains cleanliness & safety of passengers; sweeps inside of the vehicle and takes to car wash when necessary.
   • Takes vehicle to the maintenance shop for routine maintenance care. Maintains route maintenance schedule.
2. Driver's Training and Driving Habits:
   • Attends driver training workshop and other training as required.
   • Defensive driving techniques.
   • Review driving and operation tapes when necessary.
   • Attends meetings as required by supervisor.
3. Performs other duties as required:
   • Maintenance duties around The Club could be performed while waiting for passengers. Such as taking out the trash, sweeping the floors, spot-mopping heavy traffic areas, weed-eating, and mowing grass. The responsibilities and duties as set forth in this job description are not all-inclusive. Therefore, the job description is not to be interpreted as being inflexible or in any way restricting the adding and/or deleting of other responsibilities and duties as deemed necessary by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

1. High School Diploma or GED.
2. Three (3) months of directly related experience in driving transit or passenger vehicles; experience with wheelchair lifts, preferred.
3. Valid Driver's License
4. Must have a good driving record.
5. Must be at least 21 years of age.

Other Qualifications

1. Knowledge of rules and regulations relating to the operation of a motor vehicle in the State of Alabama.
2. Knowledge of motor vehicle inspection and general maintenance practices.
3. Ability to deal with the public and service clients.
4. Ability to perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
5. Skills necessary to operate a wheelchair lift on transit vehicles.
6. Ability to maneuver and serve wheel-chair clients.
7. Knowledge of Public Transit Policies and Procedures.
8. Ability to read work-related materials and write.
9. Ability to understand a road map and GPS.
10. Good driving record.
11. Substituting the food delivery route when necessary.
12. Basic maintenance and housekeeping skills to sweep and mop floors, take out the trash, operate weed eater, and zero-turn mower.

Supervision:
General supervision by the Recreation Supervisor at the Club.

Physical Demands (with or without accommodations):
Prolonged sitting, standing, walking, bending, transporting program-related items or products, and working in inclement weather.
Ability to lift weight exceeding 25 pounds.
Ability to get on and off the bus 30-40 times per day to deliver meals and assist passengers.

Equipment/Tools Used:
Copier, telephone, calculator, camera, computer, lawnmower, weed eater, buffing machine, hand tools, van/bus, truck, and /or car.


For similar job postings, applications may be used for up to ninety (90) days.
 
The City of Florence, Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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