What are the responsibilities and job description for the DART Bus Driver - Part-time position at Douglas County (NV)?
JOB
** Please note: Applications are reviewed on a regular basis and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately..** This recruitment is to fill two (2) part-time positions: 1 - 19-hour weekly position with no benefits.1 - 29-hour weekly position which includes prorated annual, sick leave and PERS benefits (does not include health benefits).Responsible for transporting public, senior citizens, and residents with disabilities to and from various locations within the County; may perform special assistance for individuals with disabilities.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Inspects vehicle to ensure that it is in a clean and in operable condition; completes inspection paperwork/checklist; reports the need for service or repair; ensures that vehicles are scheduled for routine maintenance as required.Drives vehicle to and from various locations, following a pre-established schedule or on an on-call basis.Stops vehicle at various locations to pick-up and let off passengers; assists passengers with disabilities in embarking and disembarking and may load and unload luggage, packages and other items as required.Answers questions and provides information to passengers as required; may provide information to medical and social service providers regarding client status.Maintains driver log; if required, lists client name, address and other information for each trip.Transports meals to the home bound, assuring that the meal is safely delivered; may pick up empty trays from prior delivery; loads trays into carrying devices and onto the van for home bound delivery; checks temperature of hot meals, reports findings on a daily basis to the designated record keeper; reports unusual circumstances (no one home - no response at the door) to Supervisor.Washes and cleans the interior of the vehicle; fuels the vehicle.May drive a handicapped access vehicle to transport wheelchair and other elderly and handicapped clients; assists individuals requiring wheelchair assistance in the entry and exit from the vehicle.Assists individuals with physical needs in the entry and exit of the vehicle.Uses a radio to communicate and receive information in the vehicle.Participates in in-service training to update skills and learn techniques for dealing with various clients.Perform all duties in accordance to Federal Transportation Administration as it relates to public transit.Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.
** Please note: Applications are reviewed on a regular basis and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately..** This recruitment is to fill two (2) part-time positions: 1 - 19-hour weekly position with no benefits.1 - 29-hour weekly position which includes prorated annual, sick leave and PERS benefits (does not include health benefits).Responsible for transporting public, senior citizens, and residents with disabilities to and from various locations within the County; may perform special assistance for individuals with disabilities.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Inspects vehicle to ensure that it is in a clean and in operable condition; completes inspection paperwork/checklist; reports the need for service or repair; ensures that vehicles are scheduled for routine maintenance as required.Drives vehicle to and from various locations, following a pre-established schedule or on an on-call basis.Stops vehicle at various locations to pick-up and let off passengers; assists passengers with disabilities in embarking and disembarking and may load and unload luggage, packages and other items as required.Answers questions and provides information to passengers as required; may provide information to medical and social service providers regarding client status.Maintains driver log; if required, lists client name, address and other information for each trip.Transports meals to the home bound, assuring that the meal is safely delivered; may pick up empty trays from prior delivery; loads trays into carrying devices and onto the van for home bound delivery; checks temperature of hot meals, reports findings on a daily basis to the designated record keeper; reports unusual circumstances (no one home - no response at the door) to Supervisor.Washes and cleans the interior of the vehicle; fuels the vehicle.May drive a handicapped access vehicle to transport wheelchair and other elderly and handicapped clients; assists individuals requiring wheelchair assistance in the entry and exit from the vehicle.Assists individuals with physical needs in the entry and exit of the vehicle.Uses a radio to communicate and receive information in the vehicle.Participates in in-service training to update skills and learn techniques for dealing with various clients.Perform all duties in accordance to Federal Transportation Administration as it relates to public transit.Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.
