What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Para-Transit Driver position at The City of Galesburg?
The City of Galesburg seeks interested applicants for the position of part-time Handivan Driver in the Department of Community Development. This part-time position is scheduled for 20-hours per week throughout the year at a starting rate of $18.50 per hour. The position does not include benefits and incumbents work most weekends and some Holidays. The pay range for this position is $18.50-$21 per hour.
There are no benefits associated with this position.
NATURE OF WORK
The part time Handivan Driver transports disabled passengers in a specially designed vehicle to various locations within the City of Galesburg.
EXAMPLES OF WORK
Responsibilities include: driving passengers to and from various destinations within the City; loading and unloading passengers in wheelchairs, maintaining daily driving logs and trip tickets, and taking fare money.
Also monitors vehicle operation and maintenance to ensure passenger safety.
May occasionally perform dispatch functions which include receiving and transmitting radio calls, answering telephones, and scheduling passenger pick up.
This position is subject to FTA random drug and alcohol testing.
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
A high school diploma and valid Illinois driver’s license are required at the time of hire.
Must have the demonstrated ability to operate a standard 14-passenger van with a hydraulic lift, and the ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with the general public.
Must possess knowledge of Illinois driving rules and regulations, City of Galesburg traffic and parking ordinances, City streets and locations, and available community resources.
Previous interaction with physically challenged individuals is a plus.
Knowledge of (and adherence to) all City safety policies, procedures, and practices.
Ability to pass a DOT physical.
Ability to pass a pre-employment DOT drug and alcohol screening.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, interested applicants must complete and submit the electronic application found on the City’s Website at: https://forms.ci.galesburg.il.us/Forms/jobapp
This is a drug free workplace.
Salary : $19 - $21
