Van Driver - Local Government

THE POSITION

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF (CS-2026-46094-L0886). IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM MARCH 27, 2026 TO APRIL 09, 2026, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

Do you enjoy helping others? Are you considered a great listener? Do you love driving and working independently? Become a part of our Wayne County Transportation team, where you will have the opportunity to engage with and deliver essential services to residents of Wayne County who require door-to-door transportation.

You can make a meaningful impact in the community while improving the lives of our members in need. Submit your application today!


DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a part-time Van Driver, you will enhance the mobility of consumers by providing professional and accessible transportation in a safe, reliable, comfortable, and courteous manner. You will operate a county vehicle an average of 150 miles each day. This is an opportunity to provide transportation services as well as social contact for our consumers (including senior adults and wheelchair-dependent persons), while working independently. Excellent communication skills are required, both person to person and via two-way radio. Willingness and patience to assist consumers, including senior adults and wheelchair-dependent consumers along rough payment or unpaved paths is essential. This role requires the ability to easily adjust daily schedule. You will also have the opportunity to provide important assistance and socialization throughout the day.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Part-time employment, averaging 14 to 21 hours per week.
• Work hours vary between 4:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with limited hours on Saturday.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of employment which required operation of a motor vehicle as a regular duty; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver's license.

Conditions of Employment:

• No suspension of driver's license within the last three years.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and a drug screening.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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