What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver - PSR position at City of Chesapeake?
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Driver - PSR
Job Type
Seasonal/Substitute
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
CHES INT BEHAV HEALTHC
Division
CIBH MENTAL HLTH SVC
Requisition Number
2025146
Number of hours worked per week
8-10
Work Schedule
Schedule varies depending on the program needs.
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Work Site Location
Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement
R - Routine
Pay Grade
GE01
Pay Basis
Weekly
Advertised Salary
$16.52 – $21.89 Starting salary range.
Actual starting rate depends on skills and experience.
Actual starting rate depends on skills and experience.
Job Description
Do you have experience with operating a van? Are you passionate about helping the citizens of the City of Chesapeake? Then come join our team.
The Driver I task include:
The Driver I task include:
- Operates van on assigned route and schedule to transport passengers to and from the Psycho-social Rehabilitation Services program, recreational/social activities, or other services.
- Maintains records of passenger’s attendance and behavior, mileage covered per trip, and condition of vehicle.
- Manages and Supervises passengers, ensuring safe orderly behavior.
- Completes and submits passenger incident, and vehicle or passenger accidental reports.
- Maintains cleanliness of vehicle including taking out trash, sanitizing the interior and taking to a car wash as needed or assigned.
- Checks vehicle for operational problems and reports problems to supervisor, drop off vans or pick them up from the City Garage; replenishes fuel at City gas sites. Provide jump starts as needed.
- Serves as courier to make pickups and deliveries, including court documents, City Treasury deposits, mail and supplies.
- Communicates/interacts with passengers and/or other staff regarding concerns or issues passengers in order to get them resolved.
- Operate a 15-passenger van as well as cell phones, GPS, computers, copiers, office telephones and other office equipment.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
#Driver
#CDL Driver
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Requires a high school diploma or GED and any combination of education and experience equivalent to the satisfactory completion of one year of college education.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of three months of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires a valid driver’s license. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City’s Driving Standards.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and any combination of education and experience equivalent to the satisfactory completion of one year of college education.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of three months of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires a valid driver’s license. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City’s Driving Standards.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
12/01/2025
Job Close Date
12/15/2025
Open Continuous
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please specify whether employment was Part Time or Full Time for each job listed on your application and resume.
Medical Marijuana:
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.
Medical Marijuana:
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands
L=Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Sitting
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Walking
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Lifting
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Lifting Amount
Exerting up to 20 lbs
Carrying
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Carrying Weight
Exerting up to 20 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Pushing/Pulling Weight
Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Reaching
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Handling
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Fine Dexterity
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Kneeling
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Crouching
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crawling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Bending
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Twisting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Climbing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Balancing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Foot Controls
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
15 Passenger van, minivans, cars/suv, cell phone, and office equipment.
Protective Equipment Required
None
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards
D = Daily
Chemical Hazards
W = Several Times Per Week
Electrical Hazards
N = Never
Fire Hazards
N = Never
Explosives
N = Never
Communicable Diseases
M = Several Times Per Month
Physical Danger or Abuse
M = Several Times Per Month
Other
N = Never
If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust
D = Daily
Extreme Temperatures
S = Seasonally
Noise and Vibration
D = Daily
Fumes and Odors
D = Daily
Wetness/Humidity
M = Several Times Per Month
Darkness or Poor Lighting
S = Seasonally
Primary Work Location
Vehicle
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Emergency Situations
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
Supervisor, Clinician II & Clinician III Can assist as needed.
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
4
Salary : $17 - $22