Equipment Operator II (Transportation): OIDD-Midlands

Posting number: 191879

Department: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Division: Midlands Regional Center

Job classification: Equipment Operator II

Posting type: Open

Categories: Transportation, Vehicle Maintenance, Miscellaneous, Transit, Drivers

Summary

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD), Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (OIDD) where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking an Equipment Operator who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply.

Under the direct supervision of the Transportation Supervisor, this position transports consumers at OIDD-Midlands Center on and off campus:

• Transports consumers to all consumers to Day Programs, medical appointments, and all various activities by utilizing state vehicles in a safe and professional manner.
• Completes daily vehicle pre-trip and post-trip inspections as well as maintains vehicle cleanliness.
• Assists staff and consumers as needed to safely complete medical appointments and daily programs activities.
• Recognizes mechanical faults and reports to supervisor. Reports accidents, injuries, and/or damages of vehicle.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

The position for this posting is located at Midlands Center, an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF-IID) of BHDD-OIDD located in Columbia, SC serving residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 

Examples of duties

High school diploma or GED. Valid driver's license. Experience in the operation or maintenance of heavy equipment, motorized vehicles or machinery that is directly related to the area of employment.

Qualifications

Knowledge of how to operator a vehicle with a wheelchair lift. Knowledge and skills in securing wheelchairs in vehicles.

Supplemental information

Employment Contingency: Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening – to include a drug screening; background record checks (to include fingerprinting), South Carolina Department of Social Services’ Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General “List of Excluded Individuals/Entities” screening; South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials. We reserve the right to rescind an offer of employment in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.  
 
Immunization: If this position requires the applicant to work directly with consumers of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, tuberculosis (TB) skin or blood testing must be completed prior to beginning employment. All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.
 
State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, employees of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.
 
Employee Referral: The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities supports a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program.  You may contact Human Resources for further information.
 
Supplemental Questions: Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification fr