Library Van Driver, FT
The Library Van Driver picks up and delivers library materials to each of the 18 county library facilities in a correct and timely manner. There is a regular delivery schedule, and each library is visited Monday through Friday. Light maintenance tasks are performed at Chester County Library & District Center and the Henrietta Hankin Branch. A valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License and a clear driving record are required.
The primary responsibilities of this position are to pack library materials to be delivered each day and load the van; deliver, pick-up, and sort library materials for delivery to the member libraries on the assigned route; unload materials at Chester County Library and deliver materials to internal library departments; and to perform janitorial or light maintenance duties at Chester County Library and Henrietta Hankin Branch.
All library positions require the following criminal background and child abuse clearances: Report of criminal history from the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP); Child Abuse History Clearance from the Department of Human Services (Child Abuse); and Fingerprint based federal criminal history submitted through the Pennsylvania State Police or its authorized agent (FBI).
Hours: 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday
Salary Information: $17.61 per hour, full County Benefits, EOE
Position Type: Full Time/Non-exempt
Deadline: Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
To apply, contact County of Chester Human Resources:
Apply online at www.chesco.org; Job Inquiries: 610-344-6698
Relevant background checks, clearances, physicals, drug tests, and any other assessments or evaluations will be conducted after an offer of employment is given per County policy.
Computer Skills:
No computer skills are listed for this position.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; bend at the waist or work bent at the waist; kneel, stoop, crouch or squat; climb stairs; twist or rotate at the waist; push items weighing 50 to 75 pounds; lift items weighing 50 to 75 pounds up to three feet high; carry items weighing 50 to 75 pounds for a distance of 50 to 100 yards; drive a vehicle; and talk or hear. Occasionally, the employee will need to reach above shoulder height. On rare occasions, the employee will need to work with arms above shoulders; crawl; climb or work while on a ladder; operate machinery; and deal with an uncommon level of noise.
The special vision requirements listed for this position are:
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Close and distance vision required for driving.
Work Environment:
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The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
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Will work outside or drive a car 85% of the time.
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Will work inside 15% of the time.
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Inclement weather conditions may affect ability to make deliveries on time.
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Snow, ice, heavy rain, roadwork or new traffic patterns will slow drivers down.
Other:
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Ability to work extended hours, as necessary.
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This position requires professionalism.