City of Kearney, NE
City of Kearney, NE is hiring: Library Bookmobile Driver - Part Time in Kearney
City of Kearney, NE, Kearney, NE, US, 68847
Salary: $21.10 Hourly
Location : Kearney, NE
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 00107
Department: Library
Opening Date: 08/26/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Description
Under general supervision, operate the county-city owned bookmobile, driving to various service locations; perform circulation tasks and maintain bookmobile. Work varies requiring interpretative judgment within prescribed standards and procedures.
Essential Functions
Operate the county-city owned bookmobile driving to communities and schools according to schedules; utilize computer to check books in and out for customers; shelve books, read shelves and straighten books; assist in selection of bookmobile materials; stock and load materials onto bookmobile; utilize appropriate circulation sources; clean and perform preventive maintenance for the bookmobile including fuel vehicle and add oil as needed; complete log sheet and complete other reports as required; perform overtime as required and other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION - RESPONSIBILITY FOR WORK OF OTHERS:
None.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Assigned projects are performed properly and efficiently. (Daily)
Regular timely/punctual attendance. (Daily)
Maintain and safely operate equipment. (Daily)
Operate commercial vehicle. (Daily)
Apply the knowledge of materials, equipment and procedures to perform preventive maintenance cleaning of a commercial motor vehicle. (Daily)
Apply basic knowledge of library operations. (Daily)
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, officials and the public. (Daily)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Work Type: Medium, exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Climbing/Balancing: Moderate ability to sit and stand.
Walking: Moderate amount required.
Stooping/Bending: Frequently.
Stand/Sit: Sit about 70 percent of the time.
Reaching: Frequent, overhead as well as horizontal.
Vision: Adequate to perform essential job functions.
Color Vision: Adequate to perform essential job functions.
Hearing: Frequently perceives nature of sounds by ear.
Speech: Frequently express ideas by means of spoken words.
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently operates bookmobile vehicle requiring moderate ability.
Manual Dexterity: Frequently operates bookmobile vehicle requiring moderate ability.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION EXPOSURES:
Inside/Outside: Work inside 90 percent of the time.
Cold/Heat: Adverse conditions possible.
Wet/Dry: Adverse conditions possible.
Noise/Vibrations: Vehicle noise exposure.
Hazards: None
Fumes/Dust/Odors: None
Infectious Diseases: Low exposure
MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Ability to read and comprehend written material.
Ability to listen to and apply information and instructions.
Ability to understand mathematical concepts to include basic arithmetic.
Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to high school diploma or GED and one year of experience driving a commercial motor vehicle. Must be personable and enjoy working with patrons of all ages. Must possess a valid CDL with Air Brakes Certification.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS:
None.
Supplemental Information
TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND WORK AIDS USED:
Bookmobile, computer, calculator, telephone.
REMARKS:
The above position description is intended to describe the duties of an employee in general terms and does not necessarily describe all of his/her duties.
VACATION: Vacation leave is earned and accrued in bi-weekly increments in the following manner: 40 hrs years 1 - 4; 60 hrs years 5 - 14; 80 hrs years 15+. New employees receive 20 hours of vacation upon hire with biweekly accruals beginning on the sixth month of employment. Vacation leave may accumulate to a maximum of 120 hours.
MEDICAL LEAVE: Medical leave is accrued at a biweekly rate equal to 12 days a year. New employees receive 20 hours of medical leave upon hire with biweekly accruals beginning on the sixth month of employment. Medical leave may accumulate to a maximum of 720 hours.
PERSONAL LEAVE: 2 personal days are provided on the first of every calendar year. Employees must be employed on January 1st to receive personal leave days. Unused personal leave does not carry over to the next year.
HOLIDAYS: Twelve paid holidays per year.
MILITARY: Active members receive 60 hours of military leave annually. Military leave does not carry over to the next year.
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Location : Kearney, NE
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 00107
Department: Library
Opening Date: 08/26/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Description
Under general supervision, operate the county-city owned bookmobile, driving to various service locations; perform circulation tasks and maintain bookmobile. Work varies requiring interpretative judgment within prescribed standards and procedures.
Essential Functions
Operate the county-city owned bookmobile driving to communities and schools according to schedules; utilize computer to check books in and out for customers; shelve books, read shelves and straighten books; assist in selection of bookmobile materials; stock and load materials onto bookmobile; utilize appropriate circulation sources; clean and perform preventive maintenance for the bookmobile including fuel vehicle and add oil as needed; complete log sheet and complete other reports as required; perform overtime as required and other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION - RESPONSIBILITY FOR WORK OF OTHERS:
None.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Assigned projects are performed properly and efficiently. (Daily)
Regular timely/punctual attendance. (Daily)
Maintain and safely operate equipment. (Daily)
Operate commercial vehicle. (Daily)
Apply the knowledge of materials, equipment and procedures to perform preventive maintenance cleaning of a commercial motor vehicle. (Daily)
Apply basic knowledge of library operations. (Daily)
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, officials and the public. (Daily)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Work Type: Medium, exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Climbing/Balancing: Moderate ability to sit and stand.
Walking: Moderate amount required.
Stooping/Bending: Frequently.
Stand/Sit: Sit about 70 percent of the time.
Reaching: Frequent, overhead as well as horizontal.
Vision: Adequate to perform essential job functions.
Color Vision: Adequate to perform essential job functions.
Hearing: Frequently perceives nature of sounds by ear.
Speech: Frequently express ideas by means of spoken words.
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently operates bookmobile vehicle requiring moderate ability.
Manual Dexterity: Frequently operates bookmobile vehicle requiring moderate ability.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION EXPOSURES:
Inside/Outside: Work inside 90 percent of the time.
Cold/Heat: Adverse conditions possible.
Wet/Dry: Adverse conditions possible.
Noise/Vibrations: Vehicle noise exposure.
Hazards: None
Fumes/Dust/Odors: None
Infectious Diseases: Low exposure
MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Ability to read and comprehend written material.
Ability to listen to and apply information and instructions.
Ability to understand mathematical concepts to include basic arithmetic.
Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to high school diploma or GED and one year of experience driving a commercial motor vehicle. Must be personable and enjoy working with patrons of all ages. Must possess a valid CDL with Air Brakes Certification.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS:
None.
Supplemental Information
TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND WORK AIDS USED:
Bookmobile, computer, calculator, telephone.
REMARKS:
The above position description is intended to describe the duties of an employee in general terms and does not necessarily describe all of his/her duties.
VACATION: Vacation leave is earned and accrued in bi-weekly increments in the following manner: 40 hrs years 1 - 4; 60 hrs years 5 - 14; 80 hrs years 15+. New employees receive 20 hours of vacation upon hire with biweekly accruals beginning on the sixth month of employment. Vacation leave may accumulate to a maximum of 120 hours.
MEDICAL LEAVE: Medical leave is accrued at a biweekly rate equal to 12 days a year. New employees receive 20 hours of medical leave upon hire with biweekly accruals beginning on the sixth month of employment. Medical leave may accumulate to a maximum of 720 hours.
PERSONAL LEAVE: 2 personal days are provided on the first of every calendar year. Employees must be employed on January 1st to receive personal leave days. Unused personal leave does not carry over to the next year.
HOLIDAYS: Twelve paid holidays per year.
MILITARY: Active members receive 60 hours of military leave annually. Military leave does not carry over to the next year.
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Do you have a CDL License?
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- No
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