Substitute Van Driver

Salary: $14.53 Hourly
Location : NC 28712, NC
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 00088
Department: Transportation
Opening Date: 04/05/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
About
Performs a variety of responsible semi-skilled work in the operation of a passenger van used to transport the elderly, children, and the general public, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the supervision of the Transit Operations Supervisor.
Essential Functions

• Transporting and assisting the elderly, persons with disabilities, children and the general public while maintaining van equipment and record keeping.
• Ensures the safe pick up and return of passengers.
• Ensures vans are properly fueled and maintained
• Maintains the van in good working order by regularly checking operating parts: and systems such as checking the fluid levels, checking tire pressure, checking belts and taking the van to the garage when scheduled for service.
• Washes and cleans the van as needed.
• Maintains passenger and trip records.
• Assists passengers on and off the van.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Environment
Work regularly requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions, frequently working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and occasionally requires exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to the risk of electrical shock and exposure to vibration; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. outdoors, heavy traffic).
Physical Demands
This work requires the regular exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, frequent exertion of up to 50 pounds of force and occasional exertion of over 100 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions and occasionally requires standing, walking, speaking or hearing, climbing or balancing, reaching with hands and arms and lifting; work requires distance vision, ability to adjust focus, depth perception and peripheral vision; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work regularly requires working near moving mechanical parts and frequently exposure to outdoor weather conditions; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
It is the policy of the county to foster, maintain and promote equal employment opportunity. The county shall select employees on the basis of the applicant's qualifications and without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, political affiliation or national origin except where specific age, sex, or physical requirements constitute bona fide occupational qualifications necessary for job performance. Applicants with disabilities shall be given equal consideration with other applicants for positions in which their disabilities do not represent an unreasonable barrier to satisfactory performance of duties. Every effort will be made to accommodate the disability.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• General knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing van operation
• Ability to understand, interpret and apply technical rules, directives and regulations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.

Education and Experience
Minimum Education and Experience
High School Diploma or its equivalent and Good Driving Record
Required Licenses or Certifications
Driver's License valid in the State of North Carolina.
Additional Requirements
Negative pre-employment drug and alcohol test required.
Electronic Payroll Deposit -
County Employees are paid bi-weekly, 26 times per year. We deposit your payroll check. Deposits are available to all banks and credit unions. Deposits are made, so you can have access to your funds by Friday morning (payday). You can divide your payroll into two accounts, one you must specify the amount to go into and the second account would receive the balance.
Credit Union -
County Employees may be a member in the NC Local Government Employees Credit Union which is affiliated with the State Employees Credit Union. Local office is in Pisgah Forest. Payroll deduction and drafts are available. The website is
Wellness Center - Phone Number (828)884-3115

• The Wellness Center is open M-W-F 8am -12pm and 1pm to 4pm and T-TH 8am-12pm.
• The Wellness Center is a partnership between Transylvania County and the City of Brevard.
• County Employees may use the Wellness Center for all services at no cost.
• Dependents over the age of 12 who are on your Medical plan may also use the Wellness Center.
• Appointments are encouraged to help minimize any wait and to make the Center Services flow easier.
• Time away from your work location to visit the Wellness Center is not changed to leave.
• Services include: Routine bloodwork monitoring, allergy injections, monitoring chronic illnesses, manage and authorize prescriptions, coordinate referrals, school physicals and testing for flu, mono and strep.