Transit Driver

Citrus County Board of County Commissioners•Citrus County, FL

About The Position

The Transit Driver safely and punctually operates Citrus County Transit vehicles, follows state and local traffic laws and safety rules, and adheres to schedules. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to random drug and alcohol testing. The full-time schedule is Monday through Friday, with hours that vary based on the bid process. Employees may also be required to work before, during, or after emergencies and may be temporarily assigned duties outside their normal scope, location, or schedule to meet County needs.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED equivalent.
Valid Florida Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B or C with Passenger Endorsement.
Clean driving record with no more than seven points in the last three years.
Successful completion of Level II background screening.
Successfully pass a DOT drug screen and DOT physical.
Operate equipment safely and comply with safety policies.
Knowledge of defensive driving techniques, rules, regulations, procedures, and policies.
Ability to use a County-issued tablet or similar device to access routes and schedules, communicate with dispatch, and complete electronic documentation.
Basic computer skills, including accurate data entry, navigating software applications, and using electronic communication systems.
Knowledge of the geographical area within Citrus County.
Ability to work under pressure with frequent interruptions.
Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
Ability to follow written instructions and perform calculations accurately.
Ability to maintain courteous and effective relations with County staff, elected officials, community interest groups, and the public.
Must have or obtain within 90 days FEMA NIMS certifications IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS), and IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System.
Pass a criminal background check, pre-employment physical examination, and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of experience driving passenger vehicles in a professional setting; commercial and/or non-commercial experience is acceptable.

Responsibilities

Drive and operate County vehicles or equipment while following safety policies, roadway rules, and laws.
Use a County-issued tablet to access routes, trip manifests, schedules, and service updates, and follow real-time routing and schedule adjustments.
Load, unload, move, and secure wheelchairs; assist infant, elderly, frail, and disabled passengers when boarding and departing vehicles.
Complete electronic documentation, including passenger check-ins, trip data, mileage, service notes, and incident reports.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, including checking fluids, lights, mirrors, tires, wheelchair lifts, radios, and body damage.
Clean and inspect the vehicle before and after each run.
Promptly and accurately report accidents, incidents, and service disruptions using electronic reporting systems.
Communicate professionally with customers in person and through electronic communication tools, and interact positively with diverse internal and external contacts.
Work under stress, manage frequent interruptions, and adapt to changing routes, schedules, and service demands.
Perform other duties as required.
During emergencies, perform assigned response duties, which may include driving or operating County vehicles or equipment.