Motor Vehicle Operator

Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Operates a light motor vehicle in transporting passengers and/or food or supplies; does related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This position involves responsibility for the safe and economical operation and care of an automobile, station wagon, bus or light delivery truck. It requires a willingness to perform a variety of routine tasks. Close supervision in the way of specific assignments are received from a superior.

Examples of Typical Duties

• Operates a passenger car, van or station wagon to transport passengers to appointments.
• May operate a light truck transporting food and supplies to a number of school buildings;
• Drives a station wagon or light delivery truck to pick up and deliver messages and/or supplies and materials;
• May wash, clean and lubricate vehicles and suggest needed repairs;
• May check oil, tires, mileage and gasoline;
• Keeps simple clerical records;
• Performs a variety of errands requiring use of automobile or other light motor vehicle.

Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics

Good knowledge of the geography and traffic laws of the area; ability to operate an automobile or light delivery truck; ability to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions; mechanical aptitude; dependability; courtesy; good physical condition.

Minimum Qualifications

ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: One year of paid work experience in the operation of some type of automotive equipment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT FOR ACCEPTANCE OF APPLICATIONS: Eligibility for the appropriate level New York State driver's license at time of application. Possession of license at time of appointment.

When giving a job description include: Name of employer, Job Title, Duties performed by you, Start and End Date (Month/Year), Hours worked per week. *Include all relevant experience. Additional experience may not be accepted after the application is reviewed. *Give the average hours worked per week. Example 40 hours worked per week. Do not give a range of hours worked per week. Example 20-30 hours worked per week. You will only receive credit for the lowest amount given. *Part-time experience is prorated *Give the month and year of your start and end dates worked. If partial dates are submitted, you will receive credit for the least amount of time. *If you had more than one title at same employer, list as separate employment.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees may be eligible for some benefits depending on their particular Bargaining Unit Agreement. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.