Shuttle Driver (Austin Fleet Mobility Services)

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Job Description:

Shuttle Driver

Purpose:

Under general supervision, safely transports passengers inside and outside the city limits to activity centers, appointments, and special events, including both one-day field trips and overnight out of town trips.

• Conducts pre-and post-inspection of vehicles, performs minor maintenance and reports and schedules vehicle maintenance as needed and maintains vehicle records.

• Maintains vehicle records.

• Drives City operated passenger vehicles to transport individuals with potentially diverse backgrounds and physical abilities

• Assists passengers including people with special needs safely into or out of the vehicle.

• Collects fees, keeps cash receipt records, and makes deposits.

• Assists in performing facility set up, handyman, and food service tasks at various centers or other destinations

• Performs intake of new clients.

• Coordinates activities and events.

• Performs routine administrative tasks such as copying, filling in for the receptionist, transporting mail, filling out forms, and preparing reports.

• Picks up vehicle parts, returns parts for credit and takes parts back to the vendor.

• Provides briefings and answers citizen questions about services provided.

• Adheres to safety guidelines, laws, and regulations regarding operation of assigned vehicles.

• Transports vehicles to and from vendor locations, refuels vehicles and assists service center with cleaning up the shop for a fleet operations.

Responsibilities-Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

None.

Knowledge, Skills and Abiliities:

Must prosses required knowledge, skills and abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of routine vehicle maintenance.

• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.

• Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws.

• Knowledge of city practice, policy and ordinances.

• Skill in oral and written communication.

• Ability to perform routine administrative tasks

• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities

• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent plus one (1) year of work experience, six (6) months of which were spend operating vehicles to transport passengers, or equipment.

• Combination of equivalent Experience and Education may substitute for the minimum qualifications.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

Current Texas Motor Vehicle Operator License appropriate for vehicle(s) operated.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Commercial Driver's License with Passenger endorsement

• Experience transporting large groups of passengers

• Experience working in a customer service environment and experience with excellent customer service skills

• Ability to travel to more than one work location

Notes To Candidate:

NOTES TO CANDIDATES:

NOTE: Cover letters and resumes are not being accepted for this position.

Pay Range: $22.05-$24.26

Schedule:

DAYS AND HOURS:

Monday - Friday

7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Occasional evening, weekend and/or holiday hours may be required based upon operational needs.

Location:

1190 Hargrave St.

Applicants are expected to follow all directions as listed in this job posting. The Shuttle Driver position safely transports passengers inside and outside the city limits and performs other assigned duties that may include picking up and delivering rental vehicles at assigned vendors, maintaining cleanliness and also maintaining shuttle vehicle records. The location and work schedule of this position may include day and evening hours, weekends and holidays on an as needed basis.

This has been designated as an Essential Employee position. In the event of a City-designated emergency, Essential Employees provide services that impact the public health, safety, utility services, and welfare of members of the Austin community and other employees and ensure the continuity of essential operations. In such an emergency, Essential Employees may be called back in, may be required to modify their schedule, may be assigned to a City-designated work site, or may be retained on site to assist with operations and recovery.

Employment Application:

• The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.

• Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment, including all current and previous City of Austin employment.

• The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, and specific job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Note that this information will be reviewed to identify how you meet minimum and preferred qualifications.

• When completing the City of Austin employment application, the work experience listed must include a month, year, and a verifiable Supervisor or Human Resources phone number.

• Do not leave the "Duties and Responsibilities" sections blank. These will be considered incomplete applications.

• For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications.

• If you are selected as the top candidate, starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application.

• When completing Supplemental Questions, please note your answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the information contained in your application.

• Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed; you will not be given the opportunity to provide additional work experience once you complete and submit your job application.

Additional Information:

• Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) is required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization or institution. You must also provide proof of your professional licenses or certifications.

• If you are selected as the top candidate for a position, we may contact your current and former employer, as well as the references listed in your application. Please be sure you have listed at least 3 references in the application with correct contact information.

• If you are in the military or are a military veteran, you will need to provide a copy of the Member 4 page of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.

• More than one round of interviews may be required.

• Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The department reserves the right to close the posting after 7 calendar days.