Transit Driver (Part-Time)

Harnett County•Lillington, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

HARNETT AREA RURAL TRANSIT SYSTEMS (HARTS) is hiring Transit Drivers to provide transportation to elderly and disabled citizens of all ages to and from medical appointments, sheltered workshops, daycare, and various County programs and services. HARTS is a Community Transportation program that serves both human service consumers and the general public, operating as a paratransit service and a ridesharing public transportation system. The goal is to provide efficient, safe, and effective transportation services for the citizens of Harnett County. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 4:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with scheduled shifts from 4:00 am to 12:00 pm or 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm. On Saturdays, operations run from 3:00 am to 1:00 pm and 4:00 am to 6:30 pm. This position is eligible for retirement benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
No experience required, however some public driving experience is desired
Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license
Possession of a good driving record is required

Nice To Haves

Possession of a Certification in CPR is desired
Possession of a Certification in First Aid desired

Responsibilities

Inspects vehicle prior to driving.
Drives and operates vehicles on assigned schedule and route that may vary on a daily basis to transport passengers to and from destinations.
Uses discretion to determine order of passenger pick-up and delivery.
Monitors and reports status and needs of the vehicles for maintenance and safe operation.
Maintains first aid supplies and operates fire suppression equipment on the vehicles.
Records mileage, number of passengers, times, and other required information on forms or electronic device.
Collects and keeps account of fares; prepares receipts for monies collected.
Assists passengers with seat belts, assists with getting in and out of vehicles as needed; and operates wheelchair lifts.
Ensures the vehicle is clean and free of litter.
Fuels vehicle used.
Ensures that passengers arrive at destinations on time.
Checks passengers returning from medical appointments for any signs of bleeding.
Re-inspects vehicle after use; notes and reports any issues/concerns.
Works a flexible and irregular schedule; assists on a variety of established routes that may vary on a daily basis; and is subject to emergency call-backs.
Performs other related duties as assigned.