Mobile Health Unit Driver w/ CDL

Business: Carroll County Health Department

Location: Westminster

PART TIME • PERMANENT

Business Product/Service: Public Health Services

Business Address:
290 S Center St
Westminster, Maryland 21157

Phone: (410) 876-4903

Contact Name: Cindy Dotterer
Title: Employee ad Mobile Health Program Supervisor
Email: cindy.dotterer@maryland.gov
Website: health.maryland.gov

Job Description

Contractual Position – Transportation Specialist
Carroll County Health Department
The Carroll County Health Department is accepting resumes for a Driver with a
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with one year’s experience driving vehicles requiring
a CDL.
The hours for this position are up to Twenty-Four (24) Hours Per Week, and may include
nights and weekends, upon a mutually agreeable schedule.
The pay rate for this position is $26.00 per hour.
Position Details: The Transportation Specialist is responsible for driving the Health on
Wheels mobile unit to and from scheduled locations. Assisting with setting up and
tearing down of the equipment. Ensuring the unit is in good condition, clean, fueled, and
waste is emptied. Ensuring the vehicle is up to date with preventative maintenance in
coordination with County maintenance and as per warranty requirements. The
transportation specialist oversees the maintenance of the vehicle and ensures routine
follow-ups are completed for the vehicle with the dealer, county maintenance, or other
agencies as necessary.
Job Duties include, but are not limited to:
● Ensure the safety and well-being of any passengers being transported.
● Ensure the vehicle is prepared, cleaned, maintained and ready for departure to
the next destination.
● Follow all agency vehicle operations policies and procedures.
● Develop a maintenance schedule to ensure the vehicle maintenance is completed
routinely as directed in manufacturer’s specifications.
● Ensure vehicle route and destination sites are reviewed, safe, and
appropriate as approved by the CCHD Mobile Services Program Supervisor.
● Performs other duties, as assigned.

Job Requirements

Preferred Education: Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a high
school diploma or equivalent and maintain a valid CDL driver’s license.
Preferred Experience: One year of experience transporting driving with CDL license
and no moving violations.
Position Details and Preferred Requirements:
1. Preference will be given to candidates with additional experience as a CDL driver.
2. A valid CDL driver’s license is required with a clean driving record (3 points or
fewer on record). If the license is out of state, a certified copy of the current
driving record will be provided. Driving records will be reviewed annually. The
candidate shall report any occurrence of a moving violation or a must appear
violation immediately and in no case later than the following business day.
3. The candidate must have an MDOT physical examination and maintain through
the term of the agreement. Documentation will be provided.
4. The Health Department employee health program requires a TB Screening, Flu
vaccine, titers, and vaccine boosters at no additional cost to the contractual
employee as these services are required for all staff.
5. Contractual position(s) do not include State of Maryland employment benefits
such as medical, dental, and retirement but do include some paid leave.

6. The candidate will need to complete initial personnel training and participate in
general orientation sessions upon hire.
7. The candidate will be required to complete and pass a background check and be
subject to State of Maryland Policies.
8. Prior to driving the mobile unit, the candidate will need to complete and provide
certification of completion of the State of Maryland Drivers Improvement Program.
9. The candidate will be required to sign the Drivers Acknowledgement form, prior to
driving the mobile unit.
10.The drivers shall operate State vehicles in compliance with the Motor Vehicle
Laws of the jurisdiction in which the vehicle is being driven and in a manner that
reflects concern for safety and courtesy towards the public.
11. An authorized driver shall operate the vehicle in accordance with any license
requirements or restrictions, such as corrective lenses, daytime only, etc.
12.The driver should take every precaution to ensure the safety of passengers. No
person may ride in a state vehicle unless properly restrained by a seat belt or, in
the case of children, an appropriate child safety seat. It shall be the driver’s
responsibility to ensure that all passengers are properly restrained.
13.All traffic and parking laws are to be obeyed. Posted speed limits are not to be
exceeded, nor is the vehicle to be operated above safe driving speeds for road
conditions. All traffic and parking violations and fines, including any late fees or
penalties, are the responsibility of the driver involved. Failure to promptly pay a
violation or fine may result in termination of the agreement.
14.The candidate is required to comply with all State and local laws regarding the
use of mobile communications devices while driving. If a mobile communications
device must be used by the driver while driving, a hands-free device must be
used. Drivers are encouraged to keep mobile communications device use to a
minimum. Whenever possible, drivers should not make or receive calls while
driving. Only in the case of an emergency is the use of a hand-held mobile
communications device without a hands-free device permitted.
15.The driver shall take every precaution to ensure the safety of the vehicle and its
contents. The driver shall lock the vehicle and take the keys except in those
instances when a commercial parking garage requires the keys be left with the
vehicle.
16.Authorized drivers are personally responsible for vehicles operated by them. If a
state vehicle is damaged as a result of misuse or gross negligence, the operator
of the vehicle may be required to make restitution to the State. If a state vehicle
is damaged beyond repair as a result of misuse or gross negligence, the operator
of the vehicle may be required to make restitution of the difference between the
amount obtained as salvage value and the amount of the then current wholesale
value of the vehicle as reported in the National Auto Research Black Book Used
Car Market Guide, MD Edition.

To apply for this position, email a cover letter, resume and copies of your current
credentials and licensing information to kaitlyn.finck@maryland.gov
Please call 410-876-4438 for any additional questions related to this Contractual
opportunity.

Other Job Requirements
Driver’s License, Driver’s Record Check, H.S. Diploma/GED, Medium Lifting, Physical Required, Background Check

Wages per hour: $26 per hour
Number of openings: 1
Overtime: NO
Benefits: NO

Days of Work:
MONDAY Up to 24 hours per week. Mainly M-F between the hours of 8am and 5pm with occasional evening and weekend and evening events.  TUESDAY Up to 24 hours per week. Mainly M-F between the hours of 8am and 5pm with occasional evening and weekend and evening events.  WEDNESDAY Up to 24 hours per week. Mainly M-F between the hours of 8am and 5pm with occasional evening and weekend and evening events.  THURSDAY Up to 24 hours per week. Mainly M-F between the hours of 8am and 5pm with occasional evening and weekend and evening events.  FRIDAY Up to 24 hours per week. Mainly M-F between the hours of 8am and 5pm with occasional evening and weekend and evening events.  SATURDAY Up to 24 hours per week. Mainly M-F between the hours of 8am and 5pm with occasional evening and weekend and evening events.  SUNDAY Up to 24 hours per week. Mainly M-F between the hours of 8am and 5pm with occasional evening and weekend and evening events.
Shift:

How to Apply: To apply for this position, email a cover letter, resume and copies of your current credentials and licensing information to kaitlyn.finck@maryland.gov Please call 410-876-4438 for any additional questions related to this Contractual opportunity.
Willing to Train: NO
Experience Required: YES
Experience in Months: Prefer a minimum of 1 year driving experience with a CDL License
Minimum Age: 18 & over
Closing Date: 08/23/2024