DRIVER
DEPARTMENT:
TRADE Transportation
SALARY: $38,533
– $52,308
SCHEDULE:
Full-Time:
Monday–Friday, approximately 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Part-Time:
Up to 27 hours per week, Monday–Friday
LOCATION: Mercer
County, NJ
POSITION(S)
AVAILABLE: 8
POSITION
OVERVIEW:
TRADE Transportation is Mercer County's paratransit
service dedicated to providing safe, efficient, and compassionate non-emergency
transportation for older adults and individuals with disabilities. As a Driver,
you will play a vital role in helping our residents maintain access to
healthcare, community services, and daily essentials.
We welcome both full-time and part-time candidates—our
need is immediate, and we are flexible in filling these important positions.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Safely operate County vehicles to transport elderly
and disabled passengers
- Assist passengers boarding and exiting vehicles,
including operation of wheelchair lifts
- Escort passengers to and from their homes or
destinations when needed
- Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, minor
servicing, and cleaning
- Maintain accurate trip records and provide basic
reporting
- Respond to emergencies or passenger needs calmly and
professionally
REQUIREMENTS:
- A valid New Jersey driver's license
- For our current fleet and immediate need a CDL with
passenger endorsement is needed
KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS, ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of safe transportation practices for elderly
and disabled individuals
- Ability to operate vehicles safely and with care
- Familiarity with local geography and trip routing
- Strong interpersonal skills and patience when working
with vulnerable populations
- Ability to maintain accurate records and follow safety
protocols
Mercer County EEO/ Civil Service
Statement & Residency Requirements:
Mercer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, disability, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.
As a Civil Service employer under the State of New Jersey, all candidates must comply with New Jersey Civil Service Commission regulations and guidelines. Mercer County residency is required. Non-residents must establish residency within one (1) year of employment.
Mercer County is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws, specifically in accordance with the New Jersey State Policy Prohibiting Discrimination in the Workplace.
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