Vehicle Driver II

About the Role

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. This position is for a Vehicle Driver II at Vernon State Hospital, where you’ll perform highly complex motor vehicle operations to transport ambulatory and non-ambulatory passengers for the assigned State Hospital.

Responsibilities

• Operate state-operated motor vehicles such as Full-Size Van, Wheelchair Van, Paratransit/Small Bus, truck, and/or car to transport individuals on and off-campus.
• Assist in the safe loading and unloading of passengers, ensuring safety restraints and wheelchair securement.
• Follow assigned schedules for pick-up and drop-off, determining trip routes and coordinating pre- and post-trip tasks.
• Maintain vehicles at optimal condition, perform basic vehicle maintenance, and complete preventive maintenance checks.
• Prepare and maintain records and logs related to vehicle operations.
• Provide guidance and on-the-job training to other drivers.
• Comply with state and local traffic laws, safety protocols, and agency procedures.
• Actively participate in disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation as needed.

Requirements

• Valid Texas driver’s license class C or better (out-of-state applicants must provide a certified driving record).
• Eligible driving record based on HHSC Fleet Management policy.
• Must complete and maintain HHSC designated Defensive Driving Course certification.
• Ability to pass Van Driver Training courses for the type(s) of vehicle being operated.
• Pass fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks (CANRS, Nurse Aid, Medication Aide, LEIE).
• Males aged 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Minimum age of 18 (21 for Waco and Terrell Center for Youth).

Qualifications

• Two years of work experience operating a motor vehicle with multiple passengers or transporting cargo.
• Two years of work experience performing vehicle preventative maintenance checks.

Skills

• Working knowledge of methods used in transporting individuals and motor vehicle operations.
• Skill in operating and maneuvering vehicles such as Full-Size Van, Wheelchair Van, Paratransit/Small Bus, truck, and/or car.
• Ability to communicate effectively, follow schedules, and perform simple mathematic calculations.
• Physical ability to sit/drive for long periods, stand, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to tolerate cold and hot weather conditions.

Benefits

• 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Generous time off benefits.
• Numerous opportunities for career advancement.

Pay

Salary Range: $3,285.00 - $4,594.50 (Monthly)

Schedule

Full-time, Day Shift (may require overtime and/or extended hours)