Operations Truck Driver Part Time

Job Title: Operations Truck Driver - Part Time

Location: Omaha Public Schools Service Center 4041 N. 72nd Street

Reports To:Executive Director - Supply Chain

Work Schedule: 5.5 Hours per day Monday - Friday - 6:30 a.m. - 12:00 Noon

Salary Schedule: This is a part-time non-negotiated position. Salary grade 33R

Position Purpose:The Operations Truck Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of food supplies equipment mail and other content as assigned by Omaha Public Schools to schools and various locations.

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

• Checks deliveries for accuracy and completeness. Load and unload cargo following proper procedures and ensuring it is secured properly for transport. Cargo is palletized banded shrink-wrapped or secured as appropriate to prevent damage and properly maintain load.
• Plans and follows efficient routes to ensure timely deliveries while adhering to traffic regulations and safe driving practices.
• Conduct regular pre and post operation inspections of vehicle prior to operation perform basic maintenance tasks and report any vehicle and mechanical issues to maintenance personnel and dispatcher.
• Maintain vehicle maintenance inspection forms weekly and as required. Maintain documentation and communication to dispatcher for all deliveries.
• Completes all work orders duties and tasks in a timely manner as assigned by immediate supervisor.
• Participates in appropriate in-service and workshop programs and attend any required meetings.
• Meets regular and predictable attendance requirements and communicates with dispatcher regarding attendance.
• Maintain a positive attitude with customers and provide excellent service during deliveries and pick-ups.

Additional Duties:Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Equipment: This position requires the ability to use liftgates forklifts manual and powered Pallet jacks and other delivery equipment.

Travel: Local travel will be required.

Physical and Mental Demands Work Hazards:

• Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations.
• Must have organization time management communication and interpersonal skills.
• Work in an office environment school buildings and warehouse setting.
• Ability to lift move and reposition objects and materials- frequently exerting force equal to lifting fifty to one hundred (50-100) pounds.

Interrelations:

• Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors.
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks.
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues.
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly professional manner and provide quick responsive customer service.

Employee Punctuality and Appearance:

• In order for schools to operate effectively employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday unless the employee has received approved leave.
• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employees supervisor or building administrator.
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of Omaha Public Schools and is appropriate for their position.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• A high school diploma or equivalencyrequired.

• A valid Drivers License and a safe driving record required.

• CDL-Class B required.

• Operations drivers are required to hold a valid Health Department Card - training and testing provided.

• A satisfactory attendance and work record.

• Meets insurability requirements of the School District Carrier.

• Ability to give and receive job-related instructions.

• Ability to receive and process verbal information and to respond to non-verbal sounds.

• Ability to read and interpret visual displays.

• Body mobility which allows the worker to stand walk climb stoop maintain balance and physically handle objects and materials.

• Willingness and ability to interact courteously with building personnel.

• Other duties as assigned.

Terms of Employment

This position is treated as a classified part-time non-exempt position. The terms of your employment will be governed by applicable state laws regulating employment in a Nebraska public school and Board of Education policies as those laws and policies may change from time to time. If your position is represented by a collective bargaining representative then your employment will also be governed by a negotiated agreement between OPS and that collective bargaining representative.

The offer of employment is contingent upon:

• Obtaining and providing verification of all licenses certificates and other requirements for the position (e.g. Paraprofessionals obtaining Highly Qualified status etc.) as identified.
• A background check which demonstrates to OPS that background is acceptable for the position.
• Verification of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (if required for position offered).
• Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required for position offered).
• Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination to determine ability to safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the position.

Omaha Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin religion sex (including pregnancy) marital status sexual orientation disability age genetic information gender identity gender expression citizenship status veteran status political affiliation or economic status in its programs activities employment and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director for the Office of Equity and Diversity 3215 Cuming Street Omaha NE 68131. )

The Omaha Public School District is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services programs activities education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process please contact the human resources department at .

* NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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