Driver or non

SUMMARY:

This position is one of specialized work as a public driver for OCTA that specifically includes:

• Operates public transit vehicles according to an established schedule in a safe and professional manner.
• Abides by state and local laws and policies adopted by the Transit Board pertaining to but not limited to:
• Tablets
• Vehicle Maintenance Requests
• Evacuations
• Behavior Management
• Drug and Alcohol Program Compliance
• Fitness for Duty and DOT physical requirements
• Passenger courtesy
• Radio Etiquette
• MUI/UIR Reports
• Pre-trip Inspections
• Passenger Safety
• Assists with passenger loading and unloading.
• Properly secures mobility devices.
• Provides first response, within the scope of training, to passengers requiring emergency medical assistance.
• Maintains professional ethics in keeping with the confidentiality of information and material accessed.
• Adheres to policies and standards as adopted by the County, contract agencies, and other governmental bodies as appropriate.
• Maintains appearance of the vehicles and own appearance in such a manner for professionalism and representation of the agency.
• Represents OCTA to the public in a positive manner.
• Maintains a cooperative relationship with co-workers, agencies, and administration.
• Possesses a positive attitude and passion and support the mission of the agency.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Transit Manager and/or Director.
• Assists passengers who exhibit behaviors that could result in physical injury and/or exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 21 years of age
• High school diploma or GED.
• Pass Defensive driving course (during training period).
• Certified to perform First Aid and CPR (prior to probationary period)
• Possess valid Ohio Driver License (may be CDL or non-CDL) and pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
• As a CDL holder, must be able to drive any vehicle in the fleet.
• Must pass Department of Transportation-required physical.
• Must pass pre-employment and random drug and alcohol tests.
• Must pass criminal background check.
• May not be listed on the Ohio Abuser Registry.
• Must be fit for duty and be physically able to push, pull or lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Ability to understand and adhere to oral and written instructions.
• Must keep up with training requirements.
• Ability to manually pump lifts
• Ability to safely evacuate vehicles in a timely manner
• Ability to bend, kneel, squat and secure wheelchairs in tight areas and push/pull wheelchairs of various sizes in all conditions.
• Ability to clearly communicate on a two-way radio and mobile data computer.
• Ability to define problems and draw valid conclusions

Ottawa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace. NOTE: while recreational marijuana may be legal in the state of Ohio, the County has elected to prohibit employees or applicants from using or testing positive for marijuana or THC. Any positive drug test will result in a withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

TO APPLY: Resumes or applications may be submitted via mail, email or fax as follows: OCTA 237 N. Toussaint South Oak Harbor, OH 43449 Fax: 419-898-3167 Email: [email protected] No Phone Calls Please