Bookmobile Driver Jobs

INTRODUCTION:

The Racine Public Library has been a part of the Racine community for 125 years and counting. Since 1897, we have grown from a single reading room in a downtown building to a two-story community gathering place that services the Racine community east of Interstate 94. In addition to our building, we also have a Bookmobile and a pair of book bikes that stop throughout the community, as well as outreach libraries and a home delivery service.

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Racine Public Library has been the community’s educational and informational institution since 1897 with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. All employees are expected and encouraged to create a positive and friendly environment for library users, the community, and co-workers. It is expected that all employees be flexible, responsive to change, and take a leadership role when necessary. Essential duties may change in response to evolving community needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Search for requested materials.
• Drive the Bookmobile to and from stops in various locations.
• Keep statistics as required.
• Fuel as needed.
• Handle routine housekeeping and maintenance duties needed to keep the Bookmobile attractive.
• Drive to service locations when necessary.
• Shelve materials and maintain order of shelves.
• Report mechanical problems to Bookmobile Lead Supervisor and Deputy Director.
• Check materials in and out.
• Assist in assessing the performance of specific bookmobile stops, and in revising the bookmobile schedule.
• Provide readers’ advisory services and reads book reviews and other materials related to providing this service and to recommend materials for purchase.
• Handle simple reference and information services on the unit and consults with colleagues regarding more complex questions.
• Handle collection maintenance, including weeding items and rotating items to keep the collection at an appropriate size and to provide patrons with variety.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Driving Bookmobile in varying road conditions.
• Obey traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
• Shoveling snow as necessary to allow people to enter and exit the Bookmobile.
• Usually works inside the Bookmobile, but outdoor work (such as shoveling snow) inclement weather may be required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid Wisconsin Driver's License with a good driving record for the last year; proof of insurance required.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Bookmobile Lead Supervisor.
• Commercial Driver’s License, with air brake certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• College desirable.
• Communicate effectively in Spanish, both orally and in writing, desirable.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work in a stressful environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a pleasant and professional manner.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Ability to use personal judgment to effectively problem-solve.
• Ability to work with a diverse public, and other staff members politely and with respect.
• Ability to work with the public and other staff members politely and with respect.
• Ability to drive a bus or bookmobile using good judgment and safe driving skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION:

• Lift and/or move heavy objects in and out of the Bookmobile.
• Climbing in and out of the Bookmobile
• Bending, reaching, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, sitting, crouching, climbing, balancing, reaching, talking, listening, concentrating, writing, sorting, pushing a loaded book cart

• Motor vehicle (Bookmobile).
• Radio, cell phone, hand truck, automated circulation system (computer, laptop, modem, etc.), shovel, various cleaning utensils.