Vehicle Driver II - Rio Grande City (Starr County)

Lower Rio Grande Valley D•Weslaco, TX

About The Position

Performs complex, journey-level motor vehicle operations work transporting passengers on various modes of transit service. Operates automobiles, vans, and buses to pick up and transport passengers, including passengers with disabilities who use mobility devices. The position works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment, and may train others. The driver prepares or oversees vehicle-operation records and logs, maintains mileage and other pertinent information, and submits a trip report after the transit service day. Duties include conducting vehicle safety checks before service, at regular intervals, and after service; performing maintenance, minor repairs, fueling, and detailing; and securing passengers and monitoring safe loading and unloading. The driver may operate wheelchair lifts and ramps and may assist with other transit work. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Experience operating motor vehicles on a commercial basis.
Knowledge of motor vehicle operations, passenger loading and unloading methods, traffic rules and regulations, Federal and State Department of Transportation regulations, and motor vehicle maintenance.
Skill in operating motor vehicles.
Ability to obey traffic laws and follow passenger loading and unloading practices.
Ability to prepare accurate records and communicate effectively.
Ability to train others.
Ability to lift or move equipment weighing 30 pounds or more.
Ability to communicate in both English and Spanish.
Requires driver trainings/certifications from training and/or transportation agencies.
Requires a DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
Requires a valid Texas Commercial driver’s license with Passenger Endorsement.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent is generally preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate automobiles, vans, and buses to pick up and transport passengers on various modes of transit service.
Prepare or oversee the preparation of records and logs related to vehicle operation.
Perform vehicle maintenance, make minor repairs, fuel vehicles, and detail vehicles.
Conduct vehicle safety checks before departure for service, at regular intervals, and after transit service.
Maintain mileage and other pertinent information and submit a trip report after the transit service day.
Secure and protect passengers, including ADA passengers using mobility devices.
Monitor the safe loading and unloading of passengers.
Operate vehicle power wheelchair lifts and ramps when needed.
Assist with transit work as needed.
Train others when needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.