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Job Description
Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Veterans Preference General Description This position provides safe and timely operation of the Citrus County Transit vehicles. Transit Operators observes all state and local traffic laws and all safety rules and adheres to time schedules. This position is "safety sensitive" and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing as a condition of employment.
Casual Labor :
On-Call as needed Wage per hour: $19.15 EMERGENCY
RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES
All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule based on the needs of the County and its citizens. Emergency response duties may also include driving and/or operating a county vehicle or equipment and employees must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws. Essential Functions Drives and/or operates a county vehicle or equipment and must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws. Uses a County-issued tablet to access assigned routes, trip manifests, schedules, and service updates; follows real-time routing and schedule adjustments as directed. Loads and unloads, moves and secures wheelchair; assists with infant, elderly, frail and disabled passengers while boarding and departing vehicles. Completes required electronic documentation using a tablet, including passenger check-ins, trip data, mileage, service notes, and incident reporting. Performs pre trip and post trip inspections. Checks and fills fluids, lights, mirrors, tires, wheelchair lift, radio, body damage, etc. Cleans and inspects vehicle before and after run. Reports accidents, incidents, and service disruptions promptly and accurately using electronic reporting systems. Communicates with customers face-to-face while interacting positively with a variety of personalities internally and externally. Performs work under stress, manages frequent interruptions, and adapts to changing routes, schedules, and service demands. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements Education, Training, and Experience High School graduate or G.E.D. certificate Experience driving passenger vehicles in a professional setting required Three (3) years of driving experience (commercial and/or non-commercial) preferred. Certificates, Licenses, Registration, Skills Requires a current/valid Florida Commercial Drivers License for required travel; CDL "B" or "C" with "P" Passenger endorsement. N o more than seven (7) points in the last three (3) years assessed against Driver's license. Ability to operate equipment safely and obey all safety policies. Knowledge of defensive driving techniques, rules, regulations, procedures, and policies. Ability to use a County-issued tablet or similar electronic device to access routes and schedules, communicate with dispatch, and complete required electronic documentation. Basic computer skills, including the ability to enter data accurately, navigate software applications, and use electronic communication systems. Ability to work under pressure with frequent interruptions Knowledge of geographical area within Citrus County Ability to maintain records and prepare reports. Ability to follow written instructions and perform calculations with accuracy. Business conducts Level II background and motor vehicle records check, FDOT physical, and Drug screening. This screening is through
The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ Citrus County, Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. Equal Opportunity Employer. Physical Requirements/Work Environment Requires sitting most of the time. The job involves lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. The job requires frequent bending, squatting, balancing, twisting, and reaching above shoulders, and occasional crawling. The job requires simple grasping, pushing, pulling, fine manual manipulation, operating foot controls/levers, driving automotive equipment, and operating a manual transmission. The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, depth perception and color vision, hearing, and speaking. The job may risk exposure to adverse weather and moving machinery. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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