Motor Vehicle Operator (Part-Time)

Department of Correction; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Union benefits

Paid annual leave

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Pension

Deferred compensation / pre-tax plans

Job summary

The New York City Department of Correction (DOC) seeks a Motor Vehicle Operator to support transportation and logistics for agency operations on Rikers Island. This role involves driving duties, safety checks, and coordination of inmate and staff movements.

Candidates must hold a valid New York driver license; a CDL permit is required at the time of offer, and candidates may work rotating shifts including nights and weekends. Residency requirements and health benefits are part of the program.

Qualifications

• No formal education or experience requirements.
• Must possess a valid NY State motor vehicle driver license.
• CDL Permit required at time of offer.

Responsibilities

• Transport visitors from Brooklyn or Manhattan to jails in Brooklyn/Manhattan.
• Distribute meals and pick up items to various jails across the NYC area.
• Perform basic vehicle checks (tires, oil, fuel, lights, brakes) and report defects.
• Assist with loading and unloading items and ensure safe vehicle operation.

Skills

Driver License

Job description

The New York City Department of Correction (DOC) is an integral part of the City’s evolving criminal justice system, participating in reform initiatives and strategies aimed to move the City towards a smaller jail system without compromising public safety. The DOC is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for our employees, visitors, volunteers, and people in our custody. Importantly, safe jails enable DOC to provide people in custody with the tools and opportunities they need to successfully re-enter their communities. The DOC operates facilities and court commands across the five boroughs with more than 7,500 diverse professionals and knowledgeable experts.

Candidates selected for this title may be required to work rotating shifts, including nights, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Tasks also include but are not limited to,

• Picking up visitors from Brooklyn or Manhattan and taking them to jails in Brooklyn or Manhattan (Harlem) so they can visit their loved ones.
• Picking up food and distributing it to various jails throughout the NYC area.
• Checking the tires, oil and fuel of the vehicle, replenishes fluids as needed, and checks the vehicle to see that lights, horns and brakes appear to be operating properly.
• Reporting any noticeable mechanical defects in the vehicle.
• Cleaning the windows and interior and exterior of the vehicle.
• Changing the tires and/or wheels on their assigned vehicle.
• Responsible for loading & Off-loading of items on trucks driven

A CDL Permit is required at the time of the job offer.

• health insurance for the employee and his/her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26
• union benefits such as dental and vision coverage
• paid annual leave and sick leave
• paid holidays
• a pension
• optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account

This position is located on Rikers Island

MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR - 91212

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements: There are no formal education or experience requirements. Driver License Requirement: By the time you are appointed to this position, you must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license suspension(s) or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.