Van Driver

POSITION TITLE : VAN DRIVER

COUNCIL ON AGING

NON-UNION

PART-TIME (5 HOURS PER WEEK)

FULL PAY RANGE : $15.0256 TO $19.7029 PER HOUR

POSITION OVERVIEW :

This is a part-time on call non-union position non-benefited position driving a van in the safe transport of elderly and physically challenged passengers to various destinations in Bridgewater. The On Call Van Driver will cover evening and holiday programs assist during special events and called in to cover for other drivers during their absence. The person in this position reports directly to the Elder Affairs Director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Safely and punctually transporting elderly and handicapped clients in a wheelchair van with automatic transmission
• Ability to follow a routing schedule and navigate roadways efficiently
• Interacting with elderly andphysically challengedpassengers with courtesy and respect
• Maintaining viable communication and working relationships with other van drivers to maximize efficiency of transportation services.
• Making safety checks of all operating equipment including two-way radios; reporting any van malfunctions to theDirector for the purpose of repair.
• Occasional lifting and / or moving associated with loading and unloading wheelchair bound passengers
• Keeping accurate records mileage
• Report accidents or incidents of any nature relative to vans or passengers.
• Perform other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING :

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS :

Diversity & Inclusion is a key component of our success as an organization. The Town of Bridgewater is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages all qualified individualsregardless of background experience or strengthsto apply.

Key Skills

School Bus Driving,Tractor-Trailer Experience,Employee Evaluation,Paratransit,Van Driver,Bus Driving,Vehicle Maintenance,Box Truck Experience,Commercial Driving,Delivery Driver Experience,Driving,Heavy Lifting

Employment Type : Part-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 15 - 19