LIGHT VEHICLE DRIVER

Position/Program Information

WHEN TO APPLY:
We will be accepting online applications on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. (PT) until Thursday, July 10, 2025, at 5:00PM (PT). A ll applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Thursday, July 10, 2025 to be accepted.

EXAM NUMBER:
R6022M-R

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
We welcome applications from everyone.

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Why work for us?

With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California, over 116,000 employees in more than 38 Departments, we provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.

We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. The County has more than 2,300 different job descriptions, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.
The team member we are searching for:

• We are looking for a dedicated team member who can securely and efficiently transport business supplies and items throughout Los Angeles County departments while maintaining detailed records and adhering to vehicle safety standards. As a Light Vehicle Driver, you will play a key role in supporting daily operations that keep County services running smoothly.
  
  

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Essential Job Functions

What a Light Vehicle Driver does:

• Receives, transports, and delivers items internally and externally to fulfill County logistical needs.
• Loads and unloads items from County vehicles using proper lifting technique.
• Performs clerical work such as sorting mail and documents, and maintaining accurate records.
• Performs routine inspections of County vehicles prior to beginning work and upon arrival back to the shop after completing deliveries.
• Schedules and transports County vehicles for preventative maintenance, services, and repairs.
• Maintains records of usage, mileage, inspections, services, maintenance, repairs, and other related information of County vehicles using software programs and/or paper/pencil records.
• Drives County vehicles with a gross weight of up to 26,000 pounds.
• Transports passengers for County departments to destinations safely for business purposes.

For more information, please view the classification specification: Light Vehicle Driver
Withhold information:
No withhold will be allowed. Required experience must be fully met by July 10, 2025, at 5:00PM (PT) and clearly indicated on the application.

Endorsement of county qualifications:
If you performed work that differs from the duties described in your class specification and believe you qualify for this opportunity, please provide verification via official documentation of additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus or reclassification study with CEO Classification within 7 calendar days from the last day of filing. Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position that regularly performs functions in alignment with the requirements.

Requirements

Requirements to Qualify:
Six months of paid driving experience in the performance of pick up, transportation, and delivery of items.
License:
A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions. Some positions may require a valid California Class B Driver License or a special endorsement to drive assigned vehicles. Proof of possession of a valid Driver License must be provided at the time of filing.

Successful applicants for positions that require driving must obtain and present a copy of his/her driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before final appointment. Applicants should not present a copy of their driving history until asked to do so by the hiring department. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether an applicant’s driving history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job. License must not be currently suspended, restricted, or revoked.

Physical class:
Physical Class III - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.

Additional Information

Once we have identified that you meet our requirements, an invitation regarding the following assessment processes will be sent:
Examination Content:
This examination will consist of an Evaluation of Training and Experience, weighted 100%, assessing:

• Experience receiving, transporting, and delivering items to fulfill organizational needs
• Experience performing routine inspections of work vehicles
• Experience maintaining records of work vehicles for your organization
• Experience driving various types of vehicles for work-related purposes, including those with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of at least 10,000 pounds

Applicants must meet the requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible list.
Scores cannot be given over the telephone.

Test preparation:
We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.

• Online practice tests are available at https://www.shl.com/shldirect/en/practice-tests/ .
• Various information can be found on our website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/ . The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance."
  
  

Eligibility and Vacancy Information:
Candidates who pass the assessment are placed on an eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months. We will use this list to fill vacancies as they occur.

Application and filing information:
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.

Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.

• info@governmentjobs.com
• talentcentral@shl.com
• noreply@proctoru.com
• donot-reply@amcatmail.com
• swang@hr.lacounty.gov

New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to govermentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.

Social Security Number:
Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.

Computer and Internet Access at Public Library:
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County , which can be found by visiting https://lacountylibrary.org/locations/

No Sharing of User ID and Password:
All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's login information may erase a candidate's original application record.

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Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

Testing accommodation:
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.

Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov
Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099
Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
Department Contact Name: Stanley Wang
Department Contact Phone: (213) 441-2001
Department Contact Email: swang@hr.lacounty.gov
Exam Number: R6022M-R
Type of Recruitment: Open Competitive

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Closing Date/Time: 7/10/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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