Casual Labor Transit Driver

Citrus County Board of County Commissioners; Lecanto (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Citrus County Board of County Commissioners is seeking an on-call casual labor driver to safely operate Transit vehicles and follow schedules. The role requires driving experience, use of a County-issued tablet, and the ability to assist passengers, including those with mobility needs.

This safety-sensitive position includes pre/post trip inspections, incident reporting, and adherence to DOT and county policies. Applicants must pass a background check and drug screening.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED equivalent.
• Three (3) or more years of experience driving passenger vehicles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate county vehicles safely and follow all traffic laws.
• Use a County-issued tablet to access routes and complete electronic documentation.
• Assist passengers and provide safe transfers for wheelchair users.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report issues promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and order of vehicles and report incidents.

Skills

Defensive driving

Safe vehicle operation

Tablet/electronic data entry

Records and reports

Geographic knowledge of Citrus County

Ability to work under pressure

Medical/demographic data handling (saf

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

County-issued tablet

Job description

This is an on-call CASUAL LABOR position

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.

• 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.

Education, Training, and Experience

• High School Graduate or GED equivalent.
• Experience driving passenger vehicles in a professional setting required, three (3) or more years of experience (commercial and/or non-commercial) preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• 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.

License and Other Requirements

• 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. This screening is through The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
• Must successfully pass a DOT drug screen and DOT physical.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Requires sitting most of the time.
• The job involves lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• The job requires frequent bending, squatting, balancing, twisting, and reaching above shoulders, and occasional crawling.
• The job requires simple grasping, pushing, pulling, fine manual manipulation, operating foot controls/levers, driving automotive equipment, operating a manual transmission, and occasionally typing.
• The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, depth perception and color vision, hearing, and speaking.
• The job may risk exposure to adverse weather and moving machinery.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

• 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.

Must successfully pass a criminal background check, pre-employment physical examination, and drug screen. Drug screens will be in accordance with the Drug Free Workplace Act and/or the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.

Citrus County, Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected trait.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.

Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes or the “Public Records Law,” applications, resumes and personnel records are subject to public inspections. Details regarding the “Public Records Law”/ “The Sunshine Law” / Florida Statutes and the statutory exemptions are available on websites such as the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Florida Senate and Florida Legislature. Additionally, Citrus County Board of County Commissioners Public Information section is located on our website.