Full-Time Driver with CDL Passenger Endorsement

Summary of Position Functions: Responsible for safely operating government vehicles to transport students to off-center appointments and other destinations as assigned. 

Schedule:  7:30am-4:30pm 

Major Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Transport students to and from off-center appointments
• Check the condition of vehicles to ensure that everything is in good working order (tires, breaks, lights, wipers, windows, oil, fuel, safety equipment, etc.)
• Reports any bus malfunctions or needed repairs
• Complies with traffic regulations
• Prepares and submits reports that may include the number of passengers or trips, hours worked, mileage, and/or fuel consumption. 
• Assists the Safety Supervisor in routine safety duties. 

Note: This job description in not all-inclusive. You will perform other duties as assigned to ensure the on-going needs of the organization are being met. 

Skills and Competencies:

• Working knowledge of basic vehicle operation
• Demonstrated knowledge of vehicle safety practices, inspections, and maintenance
• Knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations
• Strong attention to detail
• Good decision-making skills
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Effective communication skills both verbal and written 
• Ability to relate to students
• Proficient using computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. 

Educational Requirements and Experiences:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• CDL with Passenger Endorsement
• One year's experience in driving passenger vehicles
• Must possess a valid NYS driver's license with a clean driving record

Benefits: 

• Medical Coverage with Reduced Rates for Employees
• Dental, and Vision
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) 
• Long-Term, and Short-Term Disability Insurance 
• Accident Insurance (dismemberment, dislocation, or fracture) on, or off the job
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance (supplements your medical plan)
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time 
• 12 Paid Holidays 
• Free access to our Weight and Cardio Rooms, and low-cost meals from our dining hall ($3.00 per meal) daily.

ADA Requirements:

Under the Americans with Disability Act, requirements may be made to accommodate disabled individuals reasonably. However, no accommodation may be made which may pose serious health, or safety risks to the employee, or others, or which impose any undue hardship on the company. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The term "Qualified Individual with Disability," means an individual with a disability who with, or without reasonable accommodations, can perform the essential functions of the position. 

Physical Activities:

• Reading, writing, and communicating fluently in English
• Hearing and speaking to express ideas and, or exchange information in person, or over the telephone
• Seeing to read labels, posters, documents, PC Screens, etc. 
• Sitting, standing, moving about, or walking for occasional, or frequent periods
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment
• Kneeling, and bending at the waist, stooping and reaching overhead 
• Retrieving and storing files and supplies; occasionally carrying and, or lifting light objects

Working Conditions:

• Campus and general office setting
• Indoor and outdoor environment 
• May be subject to irregular work schedules
• Driving a vehicle (Bus, Van, Car, etc.) in variable weather and traffic conditions

Oneonta Job Corps provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.    

As of September 17, 2023 - Under the NYS DOL Pay Transparency Law, employers are prohibited from retaliating against employees who discuss their compensation with coworkers.

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