Transporter Assistant Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

Overview

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Who We Are:

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work for GEO:

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities

Role and Responsibilities:

You will ensure that Transportation Officers are properly scheduled to transport inmates and vehicles are ready and available. Please note that you may perform the duties of the Transportation Officer when necessary. Your functions will include to:

• Assist Transportation Supervisor or Manager in the training of Transportation Officers on the policies and procedures related to transportation of detainees.
• Schedules Transportation Officers work assignments.
• Monitors the Transportation Officers during the preparation leaving and returning from the facility to ensure the care and custody of detainees is maintained as per the organizational and contract requirements. Reports any problems to management for proper resolution.
• Ensures that maintenance services schedules and repairs of all assigned vehicles. Ensures that all defects identified by the Transportation Officer or an inspector are promptly repaired. Reviews maintenance and repair work and newly purchased vehicles and equipment to ensure compliance to company standards.  
• Responds, investigates, and prepares reports on any accidents by assigned Transportation Officers.
• Transports detainees in the event of emergencies or lack of Transportation/Perimeter Officer availability.
• Issues orders for vehicle departures specified times and according to posted schedules.
• Ensures Transportation Officers semi-annual weapons qualifications are current.
• Ensures all Mission Trackers are complete and accurate. Maintains documentation and supports records with monthly billings.
• Maintains Department of Transportation (DOT) files.
• Maintains regulatory knowledge by attending at least eight hours per year of transportation or regulatory topics related to transportation activities. Creates networks with transportation authorities to ensure the facility is knowledgeable on transportation activities.

Qualifications

Competencies Required:

If you enjoy working with many different people, have a cooperative spirit, thrive in a challenging environment, and are comfortable using software for employee supervision, you could be the person we’re looking for. Apply if you meet the following:

Minimum Requirements:

• Must meet all of the Transportation Officer qualifications.
• One (1) year transportation experience.
• Valid proper class motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Knowledge of DOT requirements for Hours of Service and Vehicle inspections.
• Ability to set standards and procedures to establish satisfactory levels of performance, quality and productivity.
• Ability to coordinate the demands of the transportation operations
• Effective personnel interaction, communication skills, and problem solving techniques.
• Sound and effective leadership skills.
• Ability to effectively train staff.
• Ability to write reports, memorandum, policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.
• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must have resided within the United States or its territories for three (3) or more years out of the last five (5) years OR worked for the United States overseas for the Federal Government or US Military OR been a dependent of an employee who worked for the United States overseas for the Federal Government or US Military.

Physical Requirements:

• Occasionally: lift, carry, push, or pull up to 60 lbs. and above, bend, stoop, climb, and work in extreme temperatures.
• Frequently: lift or carry up to 40 lbs.; push or pull up to 60 lbs., reach above shoulder level, drive automatic equipment vehicles, work with machinery, walk, stand, sit.

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