Transportation Driver

  • Florida
  • Flagler County
Salary:

$16.22 Hourly

Location :

1769 East Moody Blvd. Bunnell, FL

Job Type:

Full Time

Job Number:

00720

Department:

General Services

Division:

Transportation

Opening Date:

06/18/2024

Closing Date:

7/2/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Why work for Flagler County?

Flagler County is dedicated to enriching the lives of those we serve and strives to deliver a vibrant and prosperous community with a focus on providing exceptional quality of life. As we work together to put the needs of our community first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in

competitive compensation

and

comprehensive benefit plans

- to take care of you and your family now, and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities, you can build a long, successful career with us. You'll thrive in an environment where we build a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration and empowering staff to facilitate positive outcomes. We understand the importance of

work/life balance , having

flexible work schedules

and the ability to be able to afford health insurance. That's why our benefits are known to be some of the best around! We offer a robust benefit package that includes low-cost health insurance, no cost onsite wellness center and gym, retirement in the Florida Retirement System, County paid basic life insurance, 13 paid holidays, generous personal leave, tuition reimbursement, longevity pay, and wellness programs to support a happier, healthier you. At Flagler County we aspire to be the catalyst that makes us an employer of choice.

Position Summary

Skilled work in operating a shuttle bus and transporting passengers over the prescribed routes with the County or other transportation program tasks.

Essential Functions Operates passenger bus, mini-buses and vans according to established routes and schedules. Maintains records and logs on travel time, mileage, gas, passengers served, traffic accidents and passenger injury. Inspects and adjusts equipment for proper operating condition, which includes fluids. Inspects body of coach for unreported damage. Ensures assigned vehicles are cleaned (interior and exterior). Assists passengers on and off the bus (including packages as needed). Performs related work as required. Must comply with the provisions of the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Drug and Alcohol Regulations. During emergencies, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties. These essential functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. All employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications Must possess high school diploma or equivalent. Must possess some experience in operating large vehicles. Must possess a valid Florida Class 'C' or higher Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger Transport Endorsement. Flagler County is a drug free workplace, some positions may require a pre-employment drug screen.

Flagler County, Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Flagler County, Florida will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of State and County traffic and motor vehicle regulations. Ability to operate the assigned vehicle in the prescribed manner. Ability to detect malfunctioning mechanical systems on the assigned vehicle. Ability to understand and carry-out oral and written instructions given in English. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public and co-workers. Physical Demands :

Must be able to assist handicapped/wheelchair bound individuals. Must be able to safely assist all passengers on and off the bus in the event of an emergency, including the use of the rear emergency door. Must have the use of sensory skills for communication ability. Significant sitting, reaching, handling, pushing and pulling. Must be able to lift 30 to 50 lbs. on occasion. DOT/CDL Pre-employment physical will be required.

Flagler County offers the following benefits to its employees:

Generous medical plan Dependent benefits available at reasonable rates Basic life insurance in the amount of 1x salary up to $50,000 at no cost to the employee Additional life insurance benefits for the employee and/or dependents are available at the employee's cost Dental and vision plans are offered on a voluntary basis at the employee's cost at group rates Onsite Employee Health & Wellness Center Flexible Spending Account through P&A Group Florida Retirement System (FRS)- Personal Leave Link to benefits at a glance-

Personal Leave:

Full-time regular employees accrue 20 personal leave days per year up to the maximum allowable accruals. Eligible part-time regular employee accruals are prorated accordingly.

EMPLOYEES WORKING 40 HOURS PER WEEK Continuous Employment (years)

Weekly Accrual (hours)

Annual Accrual (workdays)

Maximum Accrual Amounts Date of hire- End of 4th 3.076 20 60 days or 480 hrs Start of 5th - End of 5th 3.232 21 63 days or 504 hrs Start of 6th - End of 6th 3.384 22 66 days or 528 hrs Start of 7th - End of 7th 3.540 23 69 days or 552 hrs Start of 8th - End of 8th 3.692 24 72 days or 576 hrs Start of 9th - End of 9th 3.848 25 75 days or 600 hrs Start of 10th - End of 14th 4.000 26 78 days or 624 hrs Start of 15th - Year on 4.308 28 84 days or 672 hrs

EMPLOYEES WORKING 56 HOURS PER WEEK Continuous Employment (years)

Weekly Accrual (hours)

Maximum Accrual Amounts

Annual Equivalent (# of shifts) Date of hire - End of 4th 4.615 30 shifts or 720 hrs 10 Start of 5th - End of 5th 4.846 31.5 shifts or 756 hrs 10.5 Start of 6th - End of 6th 5.077 33 shifts or 792 hrs 11 Start of 7th - End of 7th 5.308 34.5 shifts or 828 hrs 11.5 Start of 8th - End of 8th 5.539 36 shifts or 864 hrs 12 Start of 9th - End of 9th 5.769 37.5 shifts or 900 hrs 12.5 Start of 10th - End of 14th 6.000 39 shifts or 936 hrs 13 Start of 15th - Year on 6.462 42 shifts or 1008 hrs 14

Observed

Holidays:

New Year's Day Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday Good Friday Memorial Day Juneteenth Employee Appreciation Day Independence Day Labor Day Veteran's Day Thanksgiving Day Day after Thanksgiving Christmas Holiday Christmas Holiday

01

Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent? If yes, please upload a copy with application in order to move forward in the hiring process.

Yes No

02

Do you possess a valid Florida Class "C" CDL or higher license with Passenger Transport Endorsement? If yes, please upload a copy with application in order to move forward in the hiring process.

Yes No

03

Do you possess any experience in operating large vehicles?

Yes No

04

All required certifications, diplomas and licenses must be uploaded with application. Have you completed this step?

Yes No

05

Have you tested positive, or refused to test, on any DOT pre-employment drug or alcohol test administered by an employer to which you applied for, but did not obtain, a safety sensitive position in the past two years?

Yes No

06

If you answered YES, can you provide documentation that you successfully completed the DOT return-to-duty requirements described in 49 CFR Part 40, Subpart O?

Yes No

Required Question