Driver

Posted: 05/15/2023

Transportation and Warehousing

Division:	Transit Board
Contact Name:	Anna Howell
Contact Email:	lchr-careers@lcounty.com
Phone:	740-670-5150
Contact Fax:	740-670-5152
Date Posted:	5/2022
Application:	Click Here
Location:	745 East Main Street, Newark, Ohio 43055
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Position Description:	Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance. Promotes and maintains positive and effective working relationships and promotes good public relationships as a representative of Licking County Government. Transports Licking County residents to and from various locations in Licking County and surrounding counties. Loads and unloads passengers on vehicles. Assists disabled passengers. Secures wheelchairs and scooters. Ensures safety measures are in place for transit buses; Ensures safety of passengers by use of appropriate on-board restraints Communicates to Transportation Supervisor any repairs and maintenance issues with buses immediately. Diffuses difficult situations and maintains order on-board vehicle. Reports to Dispatch Office immediately any accidents or incidents with passengers, buses, equipment, etc. Completes forms and reports as necessary. Ensures transit buses are properly fueled; ensures safe and clean vehicle condition at the start and end of each shift. Documents thoroughly the course of the day including odometer readings, times, and passenger information. Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable PERRP safety standards that pertain to the essential functions of the position and all agency safety procedures. Remains informed of current developments and procedures pertinent to duties; may be required to attend seminars/training.
Description:	Summary: Transports Licking County residents to and from various locations in Licking County and surrounding counties. Provides safe, reliable and efficient public ttransportation. Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local laws pertaining to ppublic transportation. Identifies areas of improvement and recommends changes to Transportation Supervisor.
Prerequisites:	Minimum Qualifications: - High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Two (2) to four (4) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. - Must be at least 21 years of age - . Service area knowledge preferred. - Valid Ohio Driver’s License
Application Procedure:	Submit completed application, resume and cover letter to the Licking County Human Resources Department, 20 South Second Street, 3^rd Floor, Newark, Ohio 43055. Applications can be obtained in person in the Human Resources Department between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. daily or printed from the web site at www.lickingcounty.gov. Applications may also be submitted online or e-mailed to lchr-careers@lcounty.com or faxed to 740-670-5152. Successful candidates will be subject to Licking County’s pre-employment drug screen and background check. Licking County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Compensation:	Salary: $15.00 per hour
Job Type:	Full Time or Part Time
Pay Type:	Hourly