Motor Vehicle Operator

Job Description

Description

Overview

The BookOps Logistics Distribution Department is primarily responsible for picking up and delivering patron requested materials to 150 branches across 4 boroughs. This volume is in the range of 8 million circulating items per year, each of which are moved efficiently, supporting a 48 - hour turnaround time for patrons. This service level is a foundation of NYPL’s strategic goal of “More People Reading More”. It is made possible through the full staffing and leveraging of this unit. The unit also supports the physical logistics of countless projects aligned with Learning, Creating, and Reading such as Summer Reading, Library Card Campaign, and MyLibraryNYC.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager of Sorting and Distribution, the Motor Vehicle Operator is responsible for:

Picking up and delivering all library materials including print and non-print materials, mail, films, office equipment and other library supplies

Loading and unloading materials, including heavy objects, at all sites

Delivering parcels on foot when motor vehicles are not available or inoperative

Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspection daily

Maintaining the interior and exterior of the vehicle, keeping it clean and in safe operating condition

Performing minor and basic maintenance, including checking all fluid levels, tires, lights, and adding fluids as needed

Performing related duties as required

Required Education, Experience & Skills

Required Education & Certifications

High school diploma or high school equivalency

Valid Class “B” Commercial Drivers License preferred

Driver's License and good driving record.

Required Experience

Medical certificate allowing for interstate deliveries preferred

Geographic knowledge of New York City

Experience working with electronic/manual pallet and floor jacks, hand trucks, and other materials moving devices and carts

Experience operating medium duty trucks in a city environment

Required Skills

Demonstrates the ability to operate library trucks and other fleet vehicles

Demonstrates the ability to perform basic maintenance and repairs of motor vehicles

Ability to follow and understand oral and written instructions

Good interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills are required

Experience with lifting and properly handling heavy materials

Demonstrated flexibility, reliability, punctuality and attention to detail

Decision-Making Responsibilities:

Ability to adjust route depending on traffic or roadwork

Contact Supervisor when there is no access to a branch

Notifying Supervisor when vehicles need repair

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Core Values

All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:

Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues

Be Resourceful in solving problems

Be Curious in all aspects of your work

Be Welcoming and Inclusive

Work Environment

Driving Library vehicles

Warehouse setting

Physical Duties

Lifting up to 50 lbs. Required

Requires travel within NYC

Operates heavy machinery

Pre-Placement Physical Required?

Yes

Union/Non Union

Local 374

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Schedule

40 hours per week

Overtime as required

Schedule subject to change

This job description represents the types and levels of responsibilities that will be required of the position and shall not be construed as a declaration of all of the specific duties and responsibilities for the role. Job duties may change if Library priorities change. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description as needed.

The New York Public Library Salary Statement

At the Library, we believe that pay transparency and pay equity are important to ensuring we source the best candidates and keep the best employees. When making a determination as to the appropriate salary for a candidate, we consider a variety of factors such, including, but not limited to, the position requirements, the skills, prior experience, and educational background required or preferred for the job, the scope and impact of the role within the organization, internal peer equity, and the candidate's specific training, experience, education level, and skills. No single factor is conclusive; the Library reserves the right to consider any and all relevant factors and make a decision consistent with its policies.

Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).

Full-time