Listing Summary

DAWSON COUNTY GOVERNMENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Job Title:  Transit Driver
Department:  Dawson County Senior Services/Transit
Salary:  $14.09 Hourly
Status:  Full-Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL MARCH 28, 2025 @ 5PM

Job Summary:
This position is responsible for operating an 8-11 passenger transit bus/van with wheelchair lift to transport Dawson County citizens of all ages and abilities to and from various locations throughout the county.  The position also requires collecting fare money as well as maintaining and preparing monthly transportation reports for Transit Coordinator as needed. 

Job Requirements:
Applicant must be 18 years of age or older. Applicant must have possession a driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia and must maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).  Applicant must have ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations, to count fares box money and submit a daily fare box report. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, plus two (2) years of transportation experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully understand and perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above  Applicant must pass a background check and drug screening. Applicant must pass the following training after hiring: GDOT PASS – required ever 2 years, CPR – required ever 2 years.  Annual transit training as follows: ADA & Sensitivity, Bloodborne Pathogens, Customer Service, Defensive Driving, Distracted Driving, Drugs and Alcohol, Passenger Safety, Transporting Non-Ambulatory Passengers, Problem Passengers, and Wheelchair securement.

To apply, please go to our website at www.dawsoncountyga.gov and apply online.  Paper applications are also available online or may be picked up in the Human Resources Department.  Paper applications may be mailed or delivered to the Dawson County Human Resources Department, 25 Justice Way, Suite 2233, Dawsonville, GA 30534; Monday through Friday 8AM-5PM; or emailed to DCemployment@dawsoncounty.org.  All applications submitted are subject to public disclosure under the Georgia Open Records Act.

Dawson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.