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The New York Public Library

Motor Vehicle Operator

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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A Courier or Messenger provides fast delivery of documents and packages to locations within a city, or provides customized long distance or international deliveries. Makes deliveries traveling by bicycle, van, truck, or plane.

$38,169 / year median in New York

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Motor Vehicle Operator Department:
BookOps Employment Type:
Full Time Location:
Library Services Center Reporting To:
Javier Velez Compensation:
$53,409 / year Description Overview The BookOps Logistics Distribution Department is primarily responsible for picking up and delivering patron requested materials to 150 branches across 4 boroughs. This volume is in the range of 8 million circulating items per year, each of which are moved efficiently, supporting a 48 - hour turnaround time for patrons. This service level is a foundation of NYPL's strategic goal of "More People Reading More". It is made possible through the full staffing and leveraging of this unit. The unit also supports the physical logistics of countless projects aligned with Learning, Creating, and Reading such as Summer Reading, Library Card Campaign, and MyLibraryNYC. Responsibilities Reporting to the Manager of Sorting and Distribution, the Motor Vehicle Operator is responsible for: Picking up and delivering all library materials including print and non-print materials, mail, films, office equipment and other library supplies Loading and unloading materials, including heavy objects, at all sites Delivering parcels on foot when motor vehicles are not available or inoperative Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspection daily Maintaining the interior and exterior of the vehicle, keeping it clean and in safe operating condition Performing minor and basic maintenance, including checking all fluid levels, tires, lights, and adding fluids as needed Performing related duties as required Required Education, Experience & Skills Required Education & Certifications High school diploma or high school equivalency Valid Class "B" Commercial Drivers License preferred Driver's License and good driving record Required Experience Medical certificate allowing for interstate deliveries preferred Geographic knowledge of New York City Experience working with electronic/manual pallet and floor jacks, hand trucks, and other materials moving devices and carts Experience operating medium duty trucks in a city environment Required Skills Demonstrates the ability to operate library trucks and other fleet vehicles Demonstrates the ability to perform basic maintenance and repairs of motor vehicles Ability to follow and understand oral and written instructions Good interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills are required Experience with lifting and properly handling heavy materials Demonstrated flexibility, reliability, punctuality and attention to detail
Decision-Making Responsibilities:
Ability to adjust route depending on traffic or roadwork Contact Supervisor when there is no access to a branch Notifying Supervisor when vehicles need repair More... Core Values All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the
NYPL Core Values:
Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues Be Resourceful in solving problems Be Curious in all aspects of your work Be Welcoming and Inclusive Work Environment Driving Library vehicles Warehouse setting Physical Duties Lifting up to 50 lbs. Required Requires travel within NYC Operates heavy machinery Pre-Placement Physical Required? Yes Union/Non Union Local 374 FLSA Status Non-Exempt Schedule 40 hours per week Overtime as required Schedule subject to change This job description represents the types and levels of responsibilities that will be required of the position and shall not be construed as a declaration of all of the specific duties and responsibilities for the role. Job duties may change if Library priorities change. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description as needed. The New York Public Library Salary Statement At the Library, we believe that pay transparency and pay equity are important to ensuring we source the best candidates and keep the best employees. When making a determination as to the appropriate salary for a candidate, we consider a variety of factors such, including, but not limited to, the position requirements, the skills, prior experience, and educational background required or preferred for the job, the scope and impact of the role within the organization, internal peer equity, and the candidate's specific training, experience, education level, and skills. No single factor is conclusive; the Library reserves the right to consider any and all relevant factors and make a decision consistent with its policies. Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).