Fairbury - Part-Time Driver

Job Status: Open and accepting Applications

Job Closing Date: Open until filled

Blue Rivers Public Transportation is accepting applications for a Part-Time Driver. Hourly wage is $14.50 an hour, plus benefits. The hours of work are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., with a half hour lunch break. Position may become full time if demand and ridership increase.

A Part-Time Driver is responsible for the safe transportation of all riders within the town of Fairbury and occasionally out of town.

Functions:

• Demonstrate basic knowledge of computer programs such as Windows and the related programs within the Transit Industry (Zonar)
• Coordinate the demands of the passenger with the resource of the vehicle for transportation services.
• Must be able to drive a larger than usual vehicle with a variety of blind spots safely.
• Maintain courteous relations with all they may encounter daily,
• Demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of the area the driver is working within.
• Demonstrate the ability to use either a radio system or telephone to take or pick up passengers to the appropriate destinations
• Attend all mandatory training and staff meetings.
• Subject to a pre-employment and a random drug/alcohol testing schedule conducted by a third party.

Education, Certifications, and Licenses:

• High school diploma or equivalent required, or equivalent job experience preferred.
• Must have a valid Nebraska Driver’s license.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Computer skills preferred but training will occur

Physical Demands and Typical Working Conditions:

• Standing, bending, twisting, turning.
• Lifting and carrying up to a total weight of 30 lb. sacks into the vehicles.
• Should be able to climb stairs if necessary.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Must attend scheduled training sessions as mandated by the USDOT and NEDOT.
• Demonstrate an overall awareness of the destination in the larger cities either using a GPS information or a map with the destination on it.
• Dress appropriately for the weather and actively work to maintain the health and well-being of passengers on the bus by cleaning it as scheduled and with approved agents.

Attendance and Availability Requirements:

• Must maintain an acceptable level of attendance, punctuality, and availability as determined by the Agency; must work such regularly scheduled hours as are determined by the Agency.
• Must notify the Transit Manager in advance if unable to work on assigned day.
• Must have a cell or basic telephone to call or be called in to work.
• This position may be assigned to work as a back-up to others in the area.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. The Agency recognizes that an individual with a disability may require accommodation to enable him or her to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given reasonable accommodations.

Blue Rivers Area Agency on Aging is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

PLEASE NOTE: A signed application must be received to be considered for an interview. Applications are available at the Blue Rivers Area Agency on Aging Administrative Office, 103 Eastside Blvd, Beatrice, NE, or online.

Applications can be dropped off at the Administration Office or emailed to Doug Neeman.