Transportation Driver - 24hrs Part-time Regular

General Statement of Duties
Driver operates vans/passenger vehicles and is responsible for the safe and orderly transportation of passengers to and from their destinations.  Work includes completion of daily vehicle inspection, fueling, interior and exterior cleaning, maintaining accurate trip records, assisting passengers as required, receiving and accounting for fares, radio and cell phone communications, and other activities as assigned by the Transportation Director. This is a responsible position that requires safe driving skills, maturity and strong interpersonal skills.  General supervision comes from the Transportation Director.

Essential Duties and Tasks

• Inspects the vehicle prior to beginning route.  Follows a prescribed checklist in reviewing the vehicles operational and safety features.
• Coordinates all repair needs or problems with the office or the Transportation Director.
• Completes all fluids checks and maintains proper level.
• Cleans the vehicle.
• Maintains accurate daily trip sheets and provides necessary data for PCTA management information system as required.
• Receives and accounts for all fares as collected daily.
• Assists ambulatory, wheelchair-bound or elderly passengers as necessary.
• Prompt in reporting for work.
• Uses time on clock in a productive and efficient manner.
• Keeps regular contact via radio and cell phone communications with main office.
• Performs other duties, as assigned by the Transportation Director or Administrative Assistant, or as required to carry out the mission of PCTA.
• Represents Polk County in a professional and positive manner.

Additional Duties

• Performs other duties and projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of motor vehicle laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of area in which passengers are transported.
• Ability to deal with the public in any situation.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department heads, other employees, and the general public.
• Ability to exercise tact and courtesy.
• Ability to attend and successfully complete the following courses: drivers safety, defensive driving, safety needs awareness and assistance program, wheelchair security, emergency first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and alcohol/drug training courses.
• Abilities of hearing, speaking, visual acuity, inspection, operation of equipment, observation of general surrounding and activities.

Minimum Requirements and Experience

• High School graduate/GED equivalency strongly preferred.
• One year experience in public transit or driving preferred.  
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Successful pre-employment drug screen.
• Successful criminal Background check.
• Subject to random drug testing anytime during employment.

Physical Activities and Requirements Physical Demands 

The ability to perform all duties associated with the position including, but not limited to lifting, prolonged standing, driving, sitting, bending, stooping, and operating or performing work with associated tools and machines.  

This position may require heavy work, meaning the exertion of 100 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

The worker is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions and may be exposed to blood borne pathogens and required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.