Salary: $18.68 HourlyLocation : Citrus County, FLJob Type: Part Time - 30+ Hrs wklyJob Number: 25-02308PTDepartment: Community ServicesDivision: Transit ServicesOpening Date: 08/04/2025Closing Date: 8/5/2025 3:30 PM Eastern General DescriptionThe Transit Driver provides safe and timely operation of the Citrus County Transit vehicles. Observes all state and local traffic laws and all safety rules and adheres to time schedules. This position is safety sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing as a condition of employment. The primary work schedule for this benefit-eligible part-time position is Monday through Friday, 11:30 AM to 6:00 PM, however, shift hours are subject to bid process. Essential Functions
- Drives and/or operates a county vehicle or equipment and must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.
- Loads and unloads, moves, and secures wheelchair; assists with infant, elderly, frail and disabled passengers while boarding and departing vehicles.
- Completes pre trip and post trip inspections. Checks and fills fluids, lights, mirrors, tires, wheelchair lift, radio, body damage, etc.
- Cleans and inspects vehicle before and after each run.
- Reports accidents, keeps records and reports.
- Communicates effectively with customers face-to-face while interacting positively with a variety of personalities internally and externally.
- Performs work under stress and frequent interruptions.
- Performs other duties as required.
Minimum RequirementsEducation, Training, and Experience
- High School Graduate or GED equivalent.
- Three (3) years of driving experience (commercial and/or non-commercial) preferred.
Certificates, Licenses, Registration, Skills
- Valid Florida Commercial Driver License (CDL) B or C with Passenger Endorsement.
- Clean driving record with no more than seven (7) points in the last three (3) years.
- Successful completion of Level II Background screening is required.
- Must be able to operate equipment in a safe manner and obey all safety policies.
- Knowledge of defensive driving techniques, rules, regulations, procedures, and policies.
- Knowledge of geographical area within Citrus County.
- Ability to work under pressure with frequent interruptions.
- Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
- Ability to follow written instructions and perform calculations with accuracy.
- Requires ability to maintain courteous and effective relations with County staff, elected officials, community interest groups and the public.
- Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days certification in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses:
- IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS); and
- IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
- Requires sitting most of the time.
- The job involves lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
- The job requires frequent bending, squatting, balancing, twisting, and reaching above shoulders, and occasional climbing.
- The job requires simple grasping, pushing, pulling, fine manual manipulation, operating foot controls/levers, driving automotive equipment, and operating a manual transmission.
- The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, depth perception and color vision, hearing, and speaking.
- The job may risk exposure to adverse weather and moving machinery.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Emergency Response/Recovery Activities
- All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. Emergency response duties may also include driving and/or operating a county vehicle or equipment and employees must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.
Supplemental InformationEmployee Benefits at a Glance: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Employee Health & Wellness Center, Florida Retirement System (FRS), Basic Term Life and AD&D Insurance $20,000, Long Term Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 11 Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Leave. Please visit the Benefits tab of this posting for additional information and a link to the Employee Benefits Highlights booklet.Basis of Rating: Applications will be carefully reviewed to assess each individuals' qualifications. Selected persons will be interviewed to determine who will be hired for the job. The kind and length of related work experience, training and education shown on the application will be an important consideration in the screening process.Must successfully pass a level II background check, physical examination, and drug screen. Drug screens will be in accordance with the Drug Free Workplace Act and/or the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.Citrus County, Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected trait.Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes or the Public Records Law, applications, resumes and personnel records are subject to public inspections. Details regarding the Public Records Law / The Sunshine Law / Florida Statutes and the statutory exemptions are available on websites such as the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Florida Senate and Florida Legislature. Additionally, Citrus County Board of County Commissioners Public Information section is located on our website.The Citrus County Board of County Commissioners provides a comprehensive benefits package.Medical Insurance - (Carrier: Florida Blue): Employee Premium is $50.00 monthly. Dependent coverage is available with bi-weekly premiums (please review detailed premiums using the link below).**Wellness Incentive: New Hires will have the option of submitting to a nicotine test during the pre-employment physical. Those that are nicotine free will receive a $50 wellness incentive monthly applied towards their health premium costs. New hires that are not nicotine free are eligible to receive the wellness incentive once a tobacco cessation course has been completed and the Employee Health & Wellness Center is provided with a copy of their completion certificate.Employee Health & Wellness Center: Employee Premium is $0.00 when covered under Medical Insurance. Dependent coverage is $0.00 when covered under Medical Insurance.Dental Insurance: Employee Premium is $0.00. Dependent coverage is available with bi-weekly premiums (please review detailed premiums using the link below).Vision Insurance: Employee and Dependent coverage is available with low monthly premiums.Florida Retirement System: Employee contributes 3% of gross salary per pay-period. Option to choose from Pension Plan or Investment Plan. Detailed employer contributions can be found in the link below. Visit for more details.Other Benefits:
- Basic Term Life and AD&D Insurance $20,000
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Dependent Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Health and Dependent Care FSA
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life Assistance Program
- ComPsych Programs
- Voluntary AFLAC Supplemental Insurance
- Deferred Compensation
- Paid Holidays - no waiting period
- Vacation Leave - accrues each pay period
- Sick Leave - accrues each pay period
Please note that the benefits may not apply to all constitutional offices; please refer to policies for specific information. The County's Personnel Policies, applicable Union Contracts and/or Certificate of Coverage provides detailed descriptions of all available employee benefit programs and stipulations.For a more detailed overview of our benefit package, 01 I meet the CDL requirement as described on the job description for this position. The requirement is a valid Florida Commercial Driver License (CDL) with P Passenger endorsement.
- Yes, I have the required Florida CDL with P Passenger endorsement
- No, I do not have the required Florida CDL with P Passenger endorsement
02 Please check EACH of the 5 BOXES BELOW to confirm these sections on YOUR APPLICATION ARE ACCURATE AND COMPLETE. If the sections mentioned below are left blank, your application will NOT be considered. PLEASE BE AS ACCURATE AND DETAILED AS POSSIBLE.ALL 5 boxes must be checked to confirm the application is accurately, complete, and verified.
- Education Section (must be completed)
- Work History Section (Including your most recent employment to include any employment with Citrus County). PLEASE BE AS DETAILED AS POSSIBLE, but do not copy and paste job descriptions. Please add at least 5 years of work experience if applicable.
- STARTING and ENDING dates of ALL previous positions listed on this application
- Current and Previous Employer information is provided in full
- My application is complete and verified
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