Transportation Driver

Pay Grade: E

About the role

As a Transportation Driver at the HOPE Center, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals working to protect the health and well-being of communities across the state by supporting vital public health initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, a great schedule, and a healthy work-life balance, allowing you to grow your career while maintaining time for what matters most to you.

Responsibilities

• Transport clients and/or packages to and from destinations.
• Arrive at destinations on schedule.
• Fulfill administrative needs, like office pickups.
• Research and plan for traffic, construction, and weather delays.
• Use navigation applications to determine the best route.
• Maintain professional and courte communication with clients.
• Ensure that the vehicle is always fueled and ready for use.
• Arrange for vehicle repairs as needed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date mileage and vehicle maintenance records.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Responsibilities and essential functions may change to meet organizational needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED and six (6) months of experience in the operation of heavy equipment and large vehicles such as bulldozers, frontend loaders, ditchers, road graders, dump trucks, drilling equipment, and heavy-duty trucks or position equivalent.

Candidates selected for further consideration will be required to submit a seven (7)-year Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)/Driving History Report before an offer of employment is made. To be eligible for employment, the MVR must show no major traffic violations, license suspensions, or at-fault accidents within the past seven (7) years.

Benefits

As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. Benefits include:

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you.

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees:

• Flexible schedule
• Training opportunities
• Health insurance
• Employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS)
• Deferred compensation
• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance

Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees:

• Eligibility to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan
• Paid parental leave

The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.