Commercial Driver - MTS CDL with P Endorsement

Mecklenburg County Government; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mecklenburg County Government's Mecklenburg Transportation Services is hiring a Commercial Driver (CDL with P endorsement) to safely transport passengers on pre-determined routes in the Charlotte area. The position is full-time, hourly, and requires adherence to schedules, fare collection, daily vehicle inspections, and strong customer service.

The ideal candidate will have at least one year of commercial driving experience or completion of a CDL program, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience driving a commercial vehicle, or successful completion of a CDL driving program.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Requires a valid North Carolina (or South Carolina) Driver's License and CDL with P endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport passengers on pre-determined routes and adhere to schedules.
• Collect and document fares and contributions accurately.
• Perform daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and basic vehicle maintenance.
• Assist passengers with boarding, in-transit, and de-boarding as needed.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and comply with safety regulations.

Skills

Customer relations

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL with P endorsement

Job description

Mecklenburg Transportation Services - must haveCDL with P endorsement.

SalaryRange: $25.53 to $28.25 per hour. This is anonexempt (hourly) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internalequity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary historyand qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for thejob.

At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career asunique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become thebest version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective tohelp Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build anexceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The Mecklenburg County Department of Child, Family, & Adult Services strives to strengthen families and communities through a safety-net of services, collaborations, and hope. Our vision is to define and cultivate an organizational culture that is more compassionate and understanding toward each other and our clients.

Position Specific Information

The ideal candidate for the full-time Commercial Driver position must be available during regular business hours of 6:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday thru Friday. Standard hours are Monday – Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Hours of operation are subject to change.

Involves safely transporting passengers on a pre-determined route and adhere to the schedule, adhering to traffic lawsand regulations, and ensuring the LTV vehicle is cleaned, maintained and inspected. Also includes assisting passengers door-to-door if necessaryand collection of and accurate documentation of fares and contributionsis required. Must be willing to provide transportation to special eventsor for emergency response needs. Will perform daily pre- and post-tripvehicle inspections, lift counts and document all inspections on digitaltablet.

Must be able to perform safetysensitive functions and navigate through the use of mobile datacomputer units. Must be adaptable to performing under stress whenconfronted with people in stressful situations; possess good customerrelations/interpersonal skills and communication skills. Must havethe ability to think logically to address problems and issues. Must beable to physically perform the basic life operational functions offingering, talking and hearing.

Must be able to perform sedentary workexerting up to 10lbs of force occasionally. Must be able to push and pull300lbs and lift a minimum of 40lbs. The vehicle operator must bephysically capable of assisting persons with disabilities and haveknowledge of operating and assisting with all electrical and manualwheelchairs and Jerri chairs. Must be able to read road maps and operatea two-way radio system.

Some out of countytransportation may be necessary. Employee is responsible for completingdaily inspections of vehicles, fueling, and maintaining interior andexterior cleanliness of vehicle, maintaining accurate trip records, radiocommunication, assisting passengers as required and other related dutiesas assigned.

Position Summary

Provides safe, efficient human service and general public transportation of passengers to and from their destinations in the Charlotte/Mecklenburg County area.

For Mecklenburg Transportation System (MTS) drivers:

• Understand and comply with traffic laws and regulations
• Employ radio communication with dispatch
• Read and interpret road maps/GPS system
• Maintain accurate trip records either on paper or electronically
• Collect and accurately documents fares and contributions
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance - daily inspections of the vehicle, fuel check, maintaining the interior and exterior cleanliness of the vehicle
• Assist passengers with boarding, in-transit, and de-boarding as needed

Minimum Qualifications

Experience:
Minimum of one year of experience driving a commercial vehicle, or successful completion of Central Piedmont Community College or approved driving school’s CDL Driving Program. Must have an acceptable driving record per County standards.

Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent.

Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted? N/A

Licenses and Certifications:
Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
Requires County Driving Privileges
Annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check required
Requires a Class A or B CDL with P (Passenger Transport) endorsement

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual (Spanish and English) proficiency oral and written

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of
Thorough knowledge of traffic laws and regulations governing operation of assigned vehicle.

Skills
Customer relations, communication and interpersonal skills.

Abilities
Customer Focus: Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers’ and own organization’s needs.
Engagement Readiness: Demonstrating a willingness to commit to one’s work and to invest one’s time, talent, and best efforts in accomplishing organizational goals
Safety Awareness: Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standards.
Safety Intervention: Having knowledge of conditions that affect patient, self, and/or employee safety under normal conditions and conditions that occur in crisis situations; skilled in identifying conditions that might cause health or safety hazards and takes action to remove such hazards; understands all aspects of providing a safe environment for patient, self, and/or others in crisis.
Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
Organization / Job Fit: The extent to which an organization’s mode of operation and values are consistent with the type of environment that provides personal satisfaction. The extent to which activities and responsibilities available in the job are consistent with the activities and responsibilities that result in personal satisfaction; the degree to which the work itself is personally satisfying.
Technical Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise.

Computer Skills
Basic computer skills

Physical Demands

Physical Demands: Frequency:
Must be able to remain in a stationaryposition 50% of the time. Frequently (10 to 24 hrs/week)
The person in this position needs to moveabout from point X to point Y. Frequently (10 to 24 hrs/week)
Operates a computer or other officeequipment. Occasionally (up to 10 hrs/week)
Ascends/Descends a ladder to performduties or operate equipment. Not Applicable
The person in this role is required toposition themselves to maintain equipment such as computers, servers,machinery, etc. Frequently (10 to 24 hrs/week)
The person in this role frequentlycommunicates and must be able to exchange and convey information. Constantly (26 or more hrs/week)
Must be able to review information onpaper or computer. Occasionally (up to 10 hrs/week)
Must be able to discern information fromlong distances. Frequently (10 to 24 hrs/week)
Must be able to detect or distinguishflavor or smells. Not Applicable
Demand Weight Frequency
Must be able to carry/move equipment 10 lbs or less Frequent
Must be able to carry/move equipment 11-20 lbs Frequent
Must be able to carry/move equipment 21-50 lbs Frequent

Work Environment

Works in outdoor exposed to weatherconditions

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, anindividual must be able to perform, with or without reasonableaccommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer Statement

This is not intended to be anall-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills,requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based onbusiness need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reservesthe right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positionsmay be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.