Transit Driver (CDL)

Citrus County Board of County Commissioners•Citrus County, FL

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The Transit Driver provides safe and timely operation of the Citrus County Transit vehicles. Observes all state and local traffic laws and all safety rules and adheres to time schedules. This position is “safety sensitive” and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing as a condition of employment. The schedule for this full-time position is Monday through Friday. The hours vary due to the bid process. Detailed information regarding the County’s benefits package and retirement offerings may be found here: 2025-26 Citrus EBH Booklet and myFRS.com To learn more about Citrus County: Citrus County Government and Official Guide to Crystal River and Citrus County, Florida

Requirements

High School Graduate or GED equivalent.
Experience driving passenger vehicles in a professional setting required.
Must be able to operate equipment in a safe manner and obey all safety policies.
Knowledge of defensive driving techniques, rules, regulations, procedures, and policies.
Ability to use a County-issued tablet or similar electronic device to access routes and schedules, communicate with dispatch, and complete required electronic documentation.
Basic computer skills, including the ability to enter data accurately, navigate software applications, and use electronic communication systems.
Knowledge of 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 with accuracy.
Requires ability to maintain courteous and effective relations with County staff, elected officials, community interest groups and the public.
Valid Florida Commercial Driver License (CDL) "B" or "C" with Passenger Endorsement.
Clean driving record with no more than seven (7) points in the last three (3) years.
Successful completion of Level II Background screening is required.
Must successfully pass a DOT drug screen and DOT physical.
Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days certification in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses: IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS); and IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System

Nice To Haves

three (3) or more years of experience (commercial and/or non-commercial) preferred.

Responsibilities

Drives and/or operates a county vehicle or equipment and must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.
Uses a County-issued tablet to access assigned routes, trip manifests, schedules, and service updates; follows real-time routing and schedule adjustments as directed.
Loads and unloads, moves, and secures wheelchair; assists with infant, elderly, frail and disabled passengers while boarding and departing vehicles.
Completes required electronic documentation using a tablet, including passenger check-ins, trip data, mileage, service notes, and incident reporting.
Performs pre trip and post trip inspections. Checks and fills fluids, lights, mirrors, tires, wheelchair lift, radio, body damage, etc.
Cleans and inspects vehicle before and after each run.
Reports accidents, incidents, and service disruptions promptly and accurately using electronic reporting systems.
Communicates effectively and professionally with customers face-to-face and through electronic communication tools while interacting positively with diverse internal and external contacts.
Performs work under stress, manages frequent interruptions, and adapts to changing routes, schedules, and service demands.
Performs other duties as required.
All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
Emergency response duties may also include driving and/or operating a county vehicle or equipment and employees must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.