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General Statement The Driver PT, under general supervision, performs driving duties for the Transportation division. Driving responsibilities will include picking up citizens and transporting them to human services organizations and other destinations; maintaining daily records of passenger volume, number of stops, mileage, and vehicle maintenance. As part of the recruitment process for this position, an online skills assessment is required to test the abilities needed to fulfill the essential functions of this job.

After completing the application, please copy and paste the following link to complete the assessment: https://www.ondemandassessment.com/link/index/JB-P0644TWCE?u=86102 Please Note: Any candidates (internal or external) not taking all the required tests as part of the application process will not be considered. Essential Functions Completes training and development classes as provided by the Director/Supervisor/Safety Officer. Organizes schedule to ensure passengers reach destinations at appointed times

Calls passengers with proposed pick up times for early morning appointments. Transports passenger safely and proficiently in all Transportation vehicles. Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections of transport vehicles for mechanical and/or safety issues.

Maintains a clean vehicle at all times. Provides accurate information about the County to the public and courteously answer questions. Resolves transit related passenger concerns and practice defensive driving habits.

Adheres to tight time schedules under varying weather and traffic conditions and still operate the transport vehicles in a safe and courteous manner. Interacts with the general public and all Union County Transportation passengers in a professional and courteous manner, regardless of the actions of the passengers. Assists in the boarding and alighting passengers with disabilities including the use of four point securing of wheel chairs and scooters and affixing of shoulder and lap belts.

Operates technological devices such as GPS, smart tablets, and computers for data entry. Maintains knowledge of and strict adherence to all Union County Transportation operating rules, policies, regulations, and passenger guidelines. Stays abreast of the terminology used within the department.

Completes accident and incident reports accurately and legibly, as required. Conduct radio communications with other Union County Transportation vehicles and dispatch clearly. Communicates with the dispatcher throughout the day concerning cancellations and variances in daily planned route.

Must be flexible and dependable. Maintains effective working relationships with others. Performs all other duties as may be required to meet organizational needs.

Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: High School Diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED), and six (6) months of experience in public driving, chauffeuring, and/or scheduling; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licenses or Certifications: Must have a valid Driver's License and be able to maintain a safe driving history as defined by the Union County Vehicle Use Policy. Special Requirements: Maintains a clean and neat appearance at all times.

Works outside of regularly scheduled hours for special events or training as required. This position may be subject to a fingerprint background check. Per NC General Statute 153A-94.2(b), applicants for a position of employment required to work with children in any capacity will be required to electronically submit fingerprints to the NC State Bureau of Investigation for a state and national criminal history record

Supplemental Information PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must be physically able to operate a conversion van/LTV, mini-van w/ramp, and/or handicapped vans/LTV with automated lifts, two-way radio, computer, telephone, etc. Must be able to perform light work exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally, 10 pounds of force frequently, and negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. This job is rated as Light Work.

WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the need to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs.