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Motor Vehicle Operator

Department: BookOps

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Long Island City, New York, Library Services Center

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
Drivers 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 candidates 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).

Motor Vehicle Operator

Motor Vehicle Operator

Required Education, Experience & Skills

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