Motor Vehicle Operator

Motor Vehicle OperatorThe BookOps Logistics Distribution Department is primarily responsible for picking up and delivering patron requested materials to 150 branches across 4 boroughs. This volume is in the range of 8 million circulating items per year, each of which are moved efficiently, supporting a 48 - hour turnaround time for patrons. This service level is a foundation of NYPL's strategic goal of "More People Reading More". It is made possible through the full staffing and leveraging of this unit. The unit also supports the physical logistics of countless projects aligned with Learning, Creating, and Reading such as Summer Reading, Library Card Campaign, and MyLibraryNYC.Reporting to the Manager of Sorting and Distribution, the Motor Vehicle Operator is responsible for:Picking up and delivering all library materials including print and non-print materials, mail, films, office equipment and other library suppliesLoading and unloading materials, including heavy objects, at all sitesDelivering parcels on foot when motor vehicles are not available or inoperativePerform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspection dailyMaintaining the interior and exterior of the vehicle, keeping it clean and in safe operating conditionPerforming minor and basic maintenance, including checking all fluid levels, tires, lights, and adding fluids as neededPerforming related duties as required