Driver / Equipment Operator III (CMT Nursing Care Center - Roddey)

State of South Carolina • Richland County, SC

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, C. M. Tucker, Roddey Pavilion, 2200 Harden Street, Columbia, SC 29203. As the Equipment Operator III, under general supervision of the Vehicle Management supervisor, you will transport clients, staff and other authorized personnel locally and statewide to support the OMH mission.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and three (3) years driving experience.
• One (1) year without a moving violation, no more than one (1) motor vehicle accident/incident, regardless of fault and no suspensions within the last three years.
• Experience in the operation or maintenance of heavy equipment, motorized vehicles or machinery that is directly related to the area of employment.
• A valid South Carolina driver's license.
• Ability to sit, stand, squat, kneel and climb steps unassisted and lift 35lbs.
• Considerable knowledge of South Carolina traffic laws and regulations.
• Able to read maps, written directions and safely operate a variety of vehicles.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Transport clients, staff, authorized personnel and other items locally and statewide.
• Maintain daily vehicle utilization records.
• Maintain protection and accountability of all transported items using chain of custody forms and procedures.
• Perform and document vehicle pre-trip/post-trip inspections.
• Comply with Vehicle Management established policies and procedures.
• Perform dispatch duties, process transportation requests and coordinate daily transportation requests.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
• Retirement benefit choices
• State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
• State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED