VAN DRIVER I​/II; PART-TIME

Position: VAN DRIVER I/II (PART-TIME)
THE COMMUNITY Located near the east shore of the San Francisco Bay, the City of El Cerrito is an ethnically diverse community offering a high quality of life within one of the nation's most sophisticated and beautiful living areas. With a population of almost 25,000 residents, El Cerrito has the advantage of being centrally located in a major metropolitan area.

El Cerrito is an established community with a strong self-identity and a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for its community members.
THE DEPARTMENT The Recreation Department manages a full range of recreational and special activities for youth, adults and seniors. The department also schedules activities and rentals of buildings, picnic areas, sports fields and tennis courts.
Under immediate (Van Driver I) to general supervision (Van Driver II), drives a passenger van, bus, or equivalent vehicle to transport patrons between locations using an established schedule and on special trips by dispatch or prior arrangement; assists elderly patrons in and out of the vehicle; load, unload, and secure wheelchairs and other accessories in the vehicle; and performs related work as required.
The City of El Cerrito Recreation Department is looking for a part-time Van Driver, flexibly staffed with either a Van Driver I or II. Work hours would be no more than 20 hours per week. This position is represented by Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 1021. Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Transports patrons to various locations, including field trips in the Bay area.
• Drives a passenger van, bus, or equivalent vehicle over designated routes and established time schedules, pick up and discharges passengers.
• Physically assists passengers in and out of the vehicle; escorts passengers across streets and roadways as required.
• Ensures passenger safety and observes guidelines for vehicle capacity.
• Ensures all safety belts are in working order and are used correctly.
• Secures wheelchairs and other accessories inside the vehicle.
• Conducts daily vehicle inspections; performs basic maintenance and ensures cleanliness of the vehicle.
• Identifies and reports problems or equipment malfunctions; initiates work order requests, describing the problem or circumstance.
• Compiles and prepares daily and weekly dispatch notes, accident reports, and other trip statistics.
• Verifies patrons have current punch pass, payment, or equivalent for rides as applicable.
• Answers questions and provides information to the public.
• Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge of:

• Operations and mechanical characteristics of a passenger van, bus, or equivalent vehicle.
• Basic understanding of State laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to passenger vehicle operations.
• Safe driving practices and traffic regulations.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations as well as industry standards and best practices pertinent to the assigned area of responsibility.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
• The structure and content of the English language to effectively perform the work.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination.
• Computers and software programs (e.g., Microsoft software packages) to conduct, compile, and/or generate documentation.

Ability to:

• Safely operate a passenger bus, van, or equivalent vehicle.
• Read maps and efficiently prepare and follow routes between distances.
• Learn City of El Cerrito street layout and designated routes, including stops and traffic hazards, and general Bay area geography.
• Recognize malfunctions in equipment, take appropriate action, and maintain the assigned vehicle in clean and safe operating condition.
• Demonstrate concern and care for the physical and emotional needs of elderly passengers.
• Organize and maintain records.
• Perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.
• Learn City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, to effectively perform the work.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and…