COMMERCIAL VEHICLE DRIVER

State of Arkansas

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Extra Help or Part-Time position with rate of pay $17.50 per hour at Blanchard Springs Caverns State Park in Fifty-Six, AR. Visitor Transportation position is responsible for safely transporting visitors between designated areas at Blanchard Springs Caverns following guided cave tours. This role plays an important part in ensuring a positive visitor experience by providing reliable, courteous, and efficient transportation services. The position supports overall park operations and may assist with additional duties as assigned.Safely operate a passenger bus to transport visitors along established routes following cave tours.Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure the bus is in safe operating condition.Maintain awareness of passenger safety during loading, unloading, and transit.Provide courteous assistance and clear directions to visitors as needed.Communicate effectively with staff to coordinate transportation schedules.Maintain cleanliness and basic upkeep of the assigned vehicle.Follow all state driving laws, safety procedures, and Arkansas State Parks policies.Report mechanical issues, safety concerns, or incidents promptly to supervisors.Assist with visitor service needs when appropriate.Valid driver's license (CDL required).Ability to operate passenger transportation vehicles safely and responsibly.Strong customer service skills.Ability to follow directions and adhere to safety procedures.Dependable and punctual. The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism has three major divisions: Arkansas State Parks, Arkansas Heritage and Arkansas Tourism. Arkansas State Parks manages 52 state parks and promotes Arkansas as a tourist destination for people around the country. Arkansas Heritage preserves and promotes Arkansas’s natural and cultural history and heritage through four historic museums and four cultural preservation agencies. Arkansas Tourism improves the state’s economy by generating travel and enhancing the image of the state.Position InformationJob Series: General TradesClassification: Commercial Vehicle Driver – IndependentClass Code: TGT02IPay Grade: SGS03Salary Range: $39,171 - $57,973Job SummaryThe Commercial Vehicle Driver is responsible for operating state-owned commercial vehicles, including trucks, buses, and other large vehicles, to transport goods, equipment, or passengers in support of state government operations.Primary ResponsibilitiesSafely operate commercial vehicles (trucks, buses, or other large vehicles) to transport goods, equipment, or passengers to specified locations across Arkansas. Ensure timely and efficient delivery or pick-up of materials and equipment, adhering to routes and schedules. Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure that it is in proper working condition, including checking fluid levels, tires, brakes, and other essential components. Adhere to all traffic laws, speed limits, and road safety regulations while operating state-owned commercial vehicles. Maintain accurate logs and records of hours worked, mileage, vehicle maintenance, and deliveries or pickups, in compliance with state and federal requirements. Ensure compliance with hazardous material handling and transportation guidelines, if applicable to the vehicle or cargo being transported. Conduct routine vehicle inspections and report any issues to the appropriate maintenance staff for repair. Perform basic maintenance tasks, such as checking fluid levels, tire pressure, and cleaning the vehicle, ensuring the vehicle remains in optimal condition. Maintain accurate and detailed records of trips, including timesheets, mileage logs, and delivery receipts. Submit required reports on time and in the correct format to ensure proper tracking of vehicle usage and maintenance.Knowledge and SkillsExpert knowledge of vehicle operation, including large commercial vehicles and buses. Ability to drive safely under various weather conditions and terrain. Understanding of traffic regulations, road safety rules, and commercial driving standards. Ability to perform thorough vehicle inspections and identify mechanical issues or safety hazards. Diligence in maintaining accurate records and logs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Precise attention to cargo securing methods, ensuring safety during transportation.Minimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent required.Licensure/CertificationsMust hold a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) in the state of Arkansas. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Requirements

Valid driver's license (CDL required).
Ability to operate passenger transportation vehicles safely and responsibly.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to follow directions and adhere to safety procedures.
Dependable and punctual.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Licensure/CertificationsMust hold a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) in the state of Arkansas.
Expert knowledge of vehicle operation, including large commercial vehicles and buses.
Ability to drive safely under various weather conditions and terrain.
Understanding of traffic regulations, road safety rules, and commercial driving standards.
Ability to perform thorough vehicle inspections and identify mechanical issues or safety hazards.
Diligence in maintaining accurate records and logs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Precise attention to cargo securing methods, ensuring safety during transportation.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a passenger bus to transport visitors along established routes following cave tours.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure the bus is in safe operating condition.
Maintain awareness of passenger safety during loading, unloading, and transit.
Provide courteous assistance and clear directions to visitors as needed.
Communicate effectively with staff to coordinate transportation schedules.
Maintain cleanliness and basic upkeep of the assigned vehicle.
Follow all state driving laws, safety procedures, and Arkansas State Parks policies.
Report mechanical issues, safety concerns, or incidents promptly to supervisors.
Assist with visitor service needs when appropriate.
Safely operate commercial vehicles (trucks, buses, or other large vehicles) to transport goods, equipment, or passengers to specified locations across Arkansas.
Ensure timely and efficient delivery or pick-up of materials and equipment, adhering to routes and schedules.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure that it is in proper working condition, including checking fluid levels, tires, brakes, and other essential components.
Adhere to all traffic laws, speed limits, and road safety regulations while operating state-owned commercial vehicles.
Maintain accurate logs and records of hours worked, mileage, vehicle maintenance, and deliveries or pickups, in compliance with state and federal requirements.
Ensure compliance with hazardous material handling and transportation guidelines, if applicable to the vehicle or cargo being transported.
Conduct routine vehicle inspections and report any issues to the appropriate maintenance staff for repair.
Perform basic maintenance tasks, such as checking fluid levels, tire pressure, and cleaning the vehicle, ensuring the vehicle remains in optimal condition.
Maintain accurate and detailed records of trips, including timesheets, mileage logs, and delivery receipts.
Submit required reports on time and in the correct format to ensure proper tracking of vehicle usage and maintenance.