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9805
DRIVER 1
Nature of Work
Under direct supervision, performs skilled
entry level work, driving an agency-owned automobile, ambulance,
pick-up truck, utility van or other vehicle to transport
employees, clients, patients, mail, supplies and/or equipment to
a predetermined destination. Performs related work as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics
There are three levels of
Driver's which are distinguished by the weight and wheelbase of
the vehicle or vehicle driven. The Driver 1 operates a vehicle
of less than four tons GVW, the Driver 2 operates a vehicle
between four and eight tons GVW. and the Driver 3 operates a
vehicle in excess of ten tons GVW and a wheelbase of 55' or more,
or a specialized mobile unit approximately ten tons GVW with a
35' wheelbase.
Examples of Work
Operates an agency-owned vehicle of less than four tons GVW to
transport individuals, mail, supplies and/or equipment.
Performs routine maintenance and repair of assigned vehicle.
Maintains mileage, maintenance and repair records for assigned
vehicle.
Picks up supplies/equipment from vendors.
Sorts and/or bundles mail, supplies and/or equipment for
distribution.
Stores equipment and/or supplies; fills requisitions for and
maintains records of same.
May participate in on-the-job training for a larger vehicle.
May keep simple clerical records of work activities or vehicle
usage.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of state motor vehicle laws and regulations.
Knowledge of principles and practices of defensive driving.
Ability to operate a standard transmission motor vehicle of
less than four tons GVW.
Ability to perform routine maintenance and repair of assigned
vehicle.
Ability to maintain simple vehicle and/or stock records.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions.
Ability to lift and carry weights up to 100 lbs.
Minimum Qualifications
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Training:
No formal training necessary.
Special Requirements:
1) Must possess a valid West Virginia
commercial driver's license, with the appropriate classifi
cations, endorsements, and restrictions, at the time of
hire and must maintain such for duration of employment.
2) Must have had a good driving record with no suspension
or revocation of driver's license during the past seven
years.
Established: 10/16/90
Revised: 12/1/91, 6/29/94
Effective:
6/29/94