Union County, OH

Under the general supervision of the Supervisor, Deputy Director and Director, drives assigned vehicle to transport clients to receive assistance or services, documents work activities, maintains transportation logs, and performs basic maintenance check on vehicles.. Motor vehicle, wheelchair lift, personal computer, laptop, iPad, applicable computer software, office phone system, printer, copy machine, fax machine, and other standard business office equipment.. Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered sedentary work.. Skill in: motor vehicle operation; computer operation; use of modern office equipment; data entry; calculator. This position is eligible for a wide range of insurance benefits, generous paid leave programs (including holidays), and a pension package through the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).

vehicle operator

DESCRIPTION
Under the general supervision of the Supervisor, Deputy Director and Director, drives assigned vehicle to transport clients to receive assistance or services, documents work activities, maintains transportation logs, and performs basic maintenance check on vehicles.
QUALIFICATIONS
An example of acceptable qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent, or combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must have good verbal and written communication skills.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license and maintain insurability under the County's vehicle insurance policy.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive:
Motor vehicle, wheelchair lift, personal computer, laptop, iPad, applicable computer software, office phone system, printer, copy machine, fax machine, and other standard business office equipment.

INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS:
The employee has exposure to chemical compounds found in an office environment (e.g., toner, correction fluid, etc.); is exposed to possible injury due to unclean or unsanitary conditions and/or as a result of working with moving mechanical parts of equipment or machines; has exposure to potentially vicious animals; has contact with potentially violent or emotionally distraught persons; has exposure to hazardous driving conditions; has exposure to bed bugs, lice, scabies and other insects; works in proximity to the use of firearms; works in or around crowds; has exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions; has exposure to second-hand smoke; ascends and/or descends ladders, stairs, or scaffolds; has to work irregular hours.
Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered sedentary work.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
For purposes of 42 USC 12101:

(1) Drives assigned vehicle to transport clients to receive assistance or services; assists disabled clients
into and out of vehicles, to and from homes, etc., requiring the ability to bend, twist, push and lift as
required; drives to County facilities to transport clients home or to other facilities, as required. Provides
positive customer service/interaction with clients and adheres to all safety policies and practices.
Transportation of clients including minors may involve installation, use, and removal of an appropriate
wheelchair, car seat or other safety equipment. Supervises clients during transportation activities.
Consistently and continually (e.g. at all times) represents the agency in a positive and professional
manner and provides appropriate internal and external customer service.

(2) Performs basic preventative maintenance checks on vehicles; records and prepares required logs
and/or reports; remains current on all emergency and safety procedures; attends all necessary and
required training classes; inventories and assures all safety equipment is present and operational. Attends
supervision meetings, unit meetings and other internal and external meetings as assigned.

(3) Maintains fleet of vehicles for Human Services including ensuring vehicles are clean and receive
appropriate maintenance, responsible for maintaining maintenance log.

(4) Maintains required licensures, certification, and continuing education requirements, if any.

(5) Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable safety standards that pertain to essential
functions.

(6) Performs miscellaneous clerical duties as assigned.

(7) Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

(8) Attends staff meetings as assigned.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(9) Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS
(*indicates developed after employment)

Knowledge of: *County, Department, and Division goals and objectives; *County, Department, and Division
policies and procedures; *personnel rules and regulations; workplace safety; vehicle maintenance; local
geographic area; Ohio traffic laws and regulations.

Skill in: motor vehicle operation; computer operation; use of modern office equipment; data entry; calculator
operation; organization; oral and written communication; customer service.

Ability to: Ability to bend, twist, push and lift to assist clients; Carry out instructions in written, oral, or picture
form; recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action; prepare accurate documentation;
maintain records according to established procedures; communicate effectively; operate wheelchair restraints;
operate wheelchair lifts; travel to and gain access to work site; develop and maintain effective working
relationships; perform job safely; exercise independent judgement and discretion.

POSITIONS DIRECTLY SUPERVISED:
None.


This position is eligible for a wide range of insurance benefits, generous paid leave programs (including holidays), and a pension package through the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).

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