Van Driver (Local Government) (Part-Time) Wayne County Area Agency on Aging

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Wayne County Transportation Department is seeking dependable part-time Van Driver in Honesdale, PA to provide door-to-door transportation for county residents, including seniors and wheelchair users. You will work independently, deliver friendly service, and help passengers reach appointments and daily activities.

Qualified applicants have strong communication, reliability, and the ability to use electronic tablets and other technology. A PA driver's license and clean driving record are required.

Qualifications

• One year of employment which required operation of a motor vehicle as a regular duty.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• PA residency requirement and ability to perform essential job functions.
• No suspension of driver’s license within the last three years.

Responsibilities

• Drive county vehicles ~150 miles daily, ensuring passenger comfort.
• Assist seniors and wheelchair users with boarding and exiting in various conditions.
• Communicate clearly with passengers and staff via person-to-person interaction and two-way radio.
• Adjust to daily route changes and maintain flexibility in service needs.
• Provide friendly interaction and positive social contact throughout the day.

Skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Technology savvy

Education

PA driver's license (required)

Tools

Electronic tablets

Job description

THE POSITION

Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Located in scenic Honesdale, PA, the Wayne County Transportation Department is looking for dependable, compassionate drivers to provide essential door-to-door transportation for county residents.

THE POSITION

Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Located in scenic Honesdale, PA, the Wayne County Transportation Department is looking for dependable, compassionate drivers to provide essential door-to-door transportation for county residents.

This rewarding role helps seniors and other community members get to important appointments, services, and daily activities while providing friendly, reliable support. If you enjoy helping others, working independently, and being a trusted part of your community, we encourage you to apply.

Applicants must have strong communication skills, reliability, and the ability to use electronic tablets and other technology. Do not miss this opportunity—apply today and start making a difference!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the transportation needs of consumers by providing safe travel and positive daily interaction. As a part-time Van Driver, you will perform the following duties:

• Safe Transportation: Drive county vehicles an average of 150 miles each day while ensuring passenger comfort
• Consumer Assistance: Help senior adults and wheelchair dependent persons with boarding and exiting in various conditions
• Communication Skills: Communicate clearly with consumers and staff through person to person interaction and two-way radio
• Schedule Adaptation: Adjust to daily route changes and maintain flexibility in service needs
• Social Support: Provide friendly interaction and positive social contact throughout the day

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Part-time employment, approximately 14 to 21+ hours per week
• Transportation operates 4:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Monday through Friday with limited hours on Saturday
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Required Experience, Training & Eligibility

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements

• One year of employment which required operation of a motor vehicle as a regular duty; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirement

• You must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.

Condition of Employment

• No suspension of driver’s license within the last three years.

Other Requirements

• You must meet the PA residency requirement . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements

• You must pass a background investigation.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and drug screening.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

Veterans

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S.
• 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.