Job Information
The New York Public Library Motor Vehicle Operator in Long Island City, New York
Motor Vehicle Operator
Department: BookOps
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Library Services Center
Reporting To: Javier Velez
Compensation: $39,962 / year
Description
Job Summary
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
Outdoors
Library branches
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