City of Danville, VA
Transit Driver I or II (Part-time)
City of Danville, VA, Virginia Beach, Virginia, us, 23450
Salary:
$15.79 - $16.58 Hourly
Location :
VA 24541, VA
Job Type:
Part Time Year Round
Job Number:
1002287
Department:
Transportation
Division:
Mass Transit
Opening Date:
07/31/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
Description
Provide public transportation service for the general public which is limited to reservation-based operations; run related transportation operations, including the Reserve A Ride service, Handivan Service and the Senior Transportation Program; transport, drop off and pick up individuals at their designated house address, medical appointments, and other trip origins and destinations and provide quality customer service.
The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.
Provides transportation to the general public based on scheduled reservations, which involves boarding and disembarking passengers within the City limits.Provides door to door service for persons with disabilities.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Attends meetings and training sessions.Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as assigned.
Education and ExperienceHigh School Diploma or GED, or equivalent in level of knowledge, with ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operations of machines, and under and including one year of experience.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above
Certifications/Licenses
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record according to City criteriaA Commercial Driver's License is not required for this position since the driver will be restricted from operating vehicles with a seating capacity of 16 or more passengers
Job KnowledgeNo knowledge of specific work. Ability to learn and general knowledge of having a job such as timeliness and receiving directions.
ReadingBasic: Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words.
WritingBasic: Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses.
MathBasic: Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
Communication SkillsRequires regular and routine interaction involving exchange and receipt of information.
Independence and Decision-MakingNormally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance reviewed periodically.
Technical SkillsWork requires the use of standard technical skills appropriate to the work environment of the organization.
Fiscal ResponsibilitiesNo budgetary/fiscal responsibility.
Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNo responsibility for the direction or supervision of others.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Light physical effort, exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly or requires walking or standing to a significant degree.Constant sitting, vision, hearing, talking to use computer, telephone and communicate effectively with others, and to maintain operational awareness of surroundings.Occasional crawling, pushing/pulling, handling, crouching, bending.Rarely standing, walking, reaching, fine dexterity, kneeling.
NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time.Regular and predictable attendance is expected.May occasionally experience frequent change of tasks.May rarely experience time pressure, emergency situations, irregular work schedule/overtime, working closely with others as part of a team, noisy/distracting environment.
MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARETypically requires use of standard office equipment and telephone/radio, and related software and hardware; and any other tools and equipment as appropriate or as assigned, such as wheelchair lift.
WORK ENVIRONMENTThis work is performed in a vehicle environment, where there may be exposure to extreme temperatures seasonally; wetness/humidity monthly, and rare exposure to communicable diseases, physical danger or abuse.
The employee must wear appropriate protective equipment for the assigned task (hard hat, safety vest, steel-toe shoes, etc.), and any other equipment as apparent or assigned, if any.
Accident InsuranceThe City provides optional off the job accident insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides reimbursement for treatments associated with a wide array of accidents and injuries, and is available for immediate family members. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Annual LeaveEmployees accrue annual leave hours based on the length of time they work for the City and their duty cycle. Hours are accrued on a semi monthly pay cycle. Employees are not eligible to use annual leave hours during their first six months of employment.
Critical IllnessThe City provides optional critical illness insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides a lump sum benefit payment if an employee is diagnosed with a covered illness. Examples include heart attack, stroke, coronary atery by-pass surgery, and so on. Premiums are based on age and tobacco use. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Cancer Benefit
The City provides optional cancer insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides a benefit payment if an employee is diagnosed with cancer and provides a benefit during cancer treatments. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Deferred Compensation
The City of Danville offers a 457 plan to employees, which provides an opportunity to set aside a portion of your salary for retirement. Income taxes are not paid on the money your defer until you retire and start using it or leave the City. Enrollment in this plan is optional.
Dental InsuranceEmployees have the opportunity to enroll in dental insurance through Delta Dental.There is an option of a Low PPO plan or a High PPO plan, and coverage is available for immediate family members. Employees pay the entire premium for this insurance through payroll deduction.
Direct DepositEmployees have the option of having their paycheck directly deposited into your financial checking and/or savings account each pay period. Employees may select up to three accounts at the same or different financial institutions for direct deposit.
Disability InsuranceEmployees are given the option of selecting Short-term and/or Long-term disability insurance programs through The Standard for protection in the event that they become disabled through a non-work related injury. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Employees and their dependent family members are eligible to use the City of Danville's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with Sentara Health. The EAP offers free and confidential counseling services to help employees and their dependants deal with serious problems in their lives such as family or marital disputes, problems with alcohol and/or drug abuse, emotional illness, financial or legal worries, or difficulties with stress on the job. In addition to counseling services, the EAP also provides free legal, financial, and Identity Theft guidance.
Employee Health and Wellness CenterEmployees and eligible dependents have access to the CareTeam Health and Wellness Center, which offers high-quality convenient medical care for an extremely low cost- sometimes it is free! City employees have dedicated nurse practitioners that provides primary care, lab services, chronic disease management, health and wellness coaching, and a variety of other things.
Flexible Spending AccountEmployees have the option of participating in the flexible spending account (FSA). The FSA allows employees to select a set amount of money to be withheld from their paychecks each pay period for a year to cover certain medical and child care expenses. This money is deducted before taxes are calculated. Money put into the FSA is accessible to the employee through a debit card or through reimbursement.
Health InsuranceThe City of Danville is self-insured and offers medical and prescription drug coverage through Gateway Health. This coverage is offered to employees and their dependents. The City pays a portion of the health insurance premiums and the employee pays a portion. Employees have the choice between a traditional PPO plan and two high deductible plans (HDHP). HDHP have an option to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA).
HolidaysThe City of Danville offers the following paid holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, 1/2 day Day before Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day, Easter Monday, George Washington Day, Columbus Day, Veteran's Day, and Your Birthday
Retirement SystemAfter five years of employment with the City of Danville, employees are vested in the City's Employees' Retirement System (ERS). ERS is a defined benefit retirement plan with the purpose of providing retirement, disability, and death-in-service benefits. Contributions by employee are mandatory.
Sick Leave
Sick leave is a privilege granted to all full-time employees. Sick leave is accrued on a semi monthly basis.
Term Life InsuranceThe City of Danville offers optional group term life insurance benefits to employees through The Standard. The amount of death benefit is the employee's annual salary doubled and rounded to the next highest $1,000 up to a maximum of $200,000. Double indemnity (twice the death benefit) is provided for death by accident. The cost of this benefit is divided equally between the City and the employee, which means that the City pays one-half of the premium and the employee pays one-half of the premium.
Tuition ReimbursementThe City of Danville recognizes the value of educational training, and therefore, provides limited financial reimbursement to employees taking eligible course on their own time. Employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement after their first six months of employment.
Vision InsuranceEmployees have the option of enrolling in vision insurance through BlueView Vision. Coverage is available for immediate family members. Employees pay the entire premium for this insurance through payroll deduction.
Universal Life InsuranceThe City offers optional universal life insurance benefits to employees through Allstate. Employees can select a benefit amount. Premiums are based on an employee's age and tobacco use. Coverage can be selected for an employee's spouse and children.
01
We are hiring Part-time Drivers "with" and "without" a CDL Drivers License. Please answer the following questions:
YesNo
02
Please answer "yes" if you are applying for Part-time Transit Driver I (no CDL Driver's License) at a rate of $15.79 per hour:
YesNo
03
Please answer "yes" if you are applying for Part-tme Transit Driver II (valid CDL Driver's License with a "P" endorsement) at a rate of $16.58 per hour:
YesNo
04
To be eligible for hire, you must have/obtain no less than a zero (0) driving record. Do you understand this requirement?
YesNo
05
Part-time drivers must be available to work at least 1 Saturday per month - if needed. Are you able to meet this requirement?
YesNo
06
If your answer was "no", please explain:
07
The hours of operation 4:00 am - 1:00 am Monday - Saturday. Please note your days / hours of availability (Example: Early mornings, mid-mornings, early evenings or late nights and if particular days of the week you may be available would be appreciated)
Required Question
$15.79 - $16.58 Hourly
Location :
VA 24541, VA
Job Type:
Part Time Year Round
Job Number:
1002287
Department:
Transportation
Division:
Mass Transit
Opening Date:
07/31/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
Description
Provide public transportation service for the general public which is limited to reservation-based operations; run related transportation operations, including the Reserve A Ride service, Handivan Service and the Senior Transportation Program; transport, drop off and pick up individuals at their designated house address, medical appointments, and other trip origins and destinations and provide quality customer service.
The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.
Provides transportation to the general public based on scheduled reservations, which involves boarding and disembarking passengers within the City limits.Provides door to door service for persons with disabilities.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Attends meetings and training sessions.Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as assigned.
Education and ExperienceHigh School Diploma or GED, or equivalent in level of knowledge, with ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operations of machines, and under and including one year of experience.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above
Certifications/Licenses
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record according to City criteriaA Commercial Driver's License is not required for this position since the driver will be restricted from operating vehicles with a seating capacity of 16 or more passengers
Job KnowledgeNo knowledge of specific work. Ability to learn and general knowledge of having a job such as timeliness and receiving directions.
ReadingBasic: Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words.
WritingBasic: Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses.
MathBasic: Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
Communication SkillsRequires regular and routine interaction involving exchange and receipt of information.
Independence and Decision-MakingNormally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance reviewed periodically.
Technical SkillsWork requires the use of standard technical skills appropriate to the work environment of the organization.
Fiscal ResponsibilitiesNo budgetary/fiscal responsibility.
Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNo responsibility for the direction or supervision of others.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Light physical effort, exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly or requires walking or standing to a significant degree.Constant sitting, vision, hearing, talking to use computer, telephone and communicate effectively with others, and to maintain operational awareness of surroundings.Occasional crawling, pushing/pulling, handling, crouching, bending.Rarely standing, walking, reaching, fine dexterity, kneeling.
NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time.Regular and predictable attendance is expected.May occasionally experience frequent change of tasks.May rarely experience time pressure, emergency situations, irregular work schedule/overtime, working closely with others as part of a team, noisy/distracting environment.
MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARETypically requires use of standard office equipment and telephone/radio, and related software and hardware; and any other tools and equipment as appropriate or as assigned, such as wheelchair lift.
WORK ENVIRONMENTThis work is performed in a vehicle environment, where there may be exposure to extreme temperatures seasonally; wetness/humidity monthly, and rare exposure to communicable diseases, physical danger or abuse.
The employee must wear appropriate protective equipment for the assigned task (hard hat, safety vest, steel-toe shoes, etc.), and any other equipment as apparent or assigned, if any.
Accident InsuranceThe City provides optional off the job accident insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides reimbursement for treatments associated with a wide array of accidents and injuries, and is available for immediate family members. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Annual LeaveEmployees accrue annual leave hours based on the length of time they work for the City and their duty cycle. Hours are accrued on a semi monthly pay cycle. Employees are not eligible to use annual leave hours during their first six months of employment.
Critical IllnessThe City provides optional critical illness insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides a lump sum benefit payment if an employee is diagnosed with a covered illness. Examples include heart attack, stroke, coronary atery by-pass surgery, and so on. Premiums are based on age and tobacco use. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Cancer Benefit
The City provides optional cancer insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides a benefit payment if an employee is diagnosed with cancer and provides a benefit during cancer treatments. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Deferred Compensation
The City of Danville offers a 457 plan to employees, which provides an opportunity to set aside a portion of your salary for retirement. Income taxes are not paid on the money your defer until you retire and start using it or leave the City. Enrollment in this plan is optional.
Dental InsuranceEmployees have the opportunity to enroll in dental insurance through Delta Dental.There is an option of a Low PPO plan or a High PPO plan, and coverage is available for immediate family members. Employees pay the entire premium for this insurance through payroll deduction.
Direct DepositEmployees have the option of having their paycheck directly deposited into your financial checking and/or savings account each pay period. Employees may select up to three accounts at the same or different financial institutions for direct deposit.
Disability InsuranceEmployees are given the option of selecting Short-term and/or Long-term disability insurance programs through The Standard for protection in the event that they become disabled through a non-work related injury. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Employees and their dependent family members are eligible to use the City of Danville's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with Sentara Health. The EAP offers free and confidential counseling services to help employees and their dependants deal with serious problems in their lives such as family or marital disputes, problems with alcohol and/or drug abuse, emotional illness, financial or legal worries, or difficulties with stress on the job. In addition to counseling services, the EAP also provides free legal, financial, and Identity Theft guidance.
Employee Health and Wellness CenterEmployees and eligible dependents have access to the CareTeam Health and Wellness Center, which offers high-quality convenient medical care for an extremely low cost- sometimes it is free! City employees have dedicated nurse practitioners that provides primary care, lab services, chronic disease management, health and wellness coaching, and a variety of other things.
Flexible Spending AccountEmployees have the option of participating in the flexible spending account (FSA). The FSA allows employees to select a set amount of money to be withheld from their paychecks each pay period for a year to cover certain medical and child care expenses. This money is deducted before taxes are calculated. Money put into the FSA is accessible to the employee through a debit card or through reimbursement.
Health InsuranceThe City of Danville is self-insured and offers medical and prescription drug coverage through Gateway Health. This coverage is offered to employees and their dependents. The City pays a portion of the health insurance premiums and the employee pays a portion. Employees have the choice between a traditional PPO plan and two high deductible plans (HDHP). HDHP have an option to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA).
HolidaysThe City of Danville offers the following paid holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, 1/2 day Day before Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day, Easter Monday, George Washington Day, Columbus Day, Veteran's Day, and Your Birthday
Retirement SystemAfter five years of employment with the City of Danville, employees are vested in the City's Employees' Retirement System (ERS). ERS is a defined benefit retirement plan with the purpose of providing retirement, disability, and death-in-service benefits. Contributions by employee are mandatory.
Sick Leave
Sick leave is a privilege granted to all full-time employees. Sick leave is accrued on a semi monthly basis.
Term Life InsuranceThe City of Danville offers optional group term life insurance benefits to employees through The Standard. The amount of death benefit is the employee's annual salary doubled and rounded to the next highest $1,000 up to a maximum of $200,000. Double indemnity (twice the death benefit) is provided for death by accident. The cost of this benefit is divided equally between the City and the employee, which means that the City pays one-half of the premium and the employee pays one-half of the premium.
Tuition ReimbursementThe City of Danville recognizes the value of educational training, and therefore, provides limited financial reimbursement to employees taking eligible course on their own time. Employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement after their first six months of employment.
Vision InsuranceEmployees have the option of enrolling in vision insurance through BlueView Vision. Coverage is available for immediate family members. Employees pay the entire premium for this insurance through payroll deduction.
Universal Life InsuranceThe City offers optional universal life insurance benefits to employees through Allstate. Employees can select a benefit amount. Premiums are based on an employee's age and tobacco use. Coverage can be selected for an employee's spouse and children.
01
We are hiring Part-time Drivers "with" and "without" a CDL Drivers License. Please answer the following questions:
YesNo
02
Please answer "yes" if you are applying for Part-time Transit Driver I (no CDL Driver's License) at a rate of $15.79 per hour:
YesNo
03
Please answer "yes" if you are applying for Part-tme Transit Driver II (valid CDL Driver's License with a "P" endorsement) at a rate of $16.58 per hour:
YesNo
04
To be eligible for hire, you must have/obtain no less than a zero (0) driving record. Do you understand this requirement?
YesNo
05
Part-time drivers must be available to work at least 1 Saturday per month - if needed. Are you able to meet this requirement?
YesNo
06
If your answer was "no", please explain:
07
The hours of operation 4:00 am - 1:00 am Monday - Saturday. Please note your days / hours of availability (Example: Early mornings, mid-mornings, early evenings or late nights and if particular days of the week you may be available would be appreciated)
Required Question