Driver, Transportation & Logistics, Transportation

Job Details

Job Location:

Homestead, FL 33030

Position Type:
Part Time

Job Category:
General Labor

Reports to:

Director of Operations

Employment Type:

Part-time

Work Location:

Homestead, FL

Salary Range: $17/hr (non- negotiable)

• Operate assigned vehicle to transport school-aged children safely and efficiently over specified routes to and from school and home.
• Conduct pre-trip safety inspections to ensure that the vehicle can be operated safely.
• Operate the vehicle safely over assigned routes, picking up and delivering only authorized children.
• Use GA’s vehicle for approved errands.
• Supervise passengers during transit for the purpose of maintaining order and ensuring the safety of passengers.
• Keep daily log of children being transported.
• Return the vehicle to the assigned parking lot, perform a final inspection, and secure the van according to procedures.
• Document vehicle mileage daily and maintenance monthly.
• Obey all traffic laws.
• Take vehicles in for servicing and return to GA locations.
• Keep assigned vehicle clean at all times, including arranging for monthly detailing.
• Ensure that all required paperwork and equipment such as a fire extinguisher, first aid kit, spare tire and tools are in the vehicles, available and ready for use at all times.

• Driver is responsible for payment of any traffic violations while driving GA vehicles.
• Driver must immediately notify the Director of Operations of any citation received while driving GA vehicles.
• In case of an accident or mechanical breakdown, the driver must move vehicle off the roadway to a safe location if possible and notify the authorities immediately.
• The driver must report all accidents immediately to the Director of Operations and the Program Manager.
• The driver must complete accident reports and submit them to the Director of Operations as soon as possible.
• The driver must notify the Director of Operations of mechanical failure, safety deficiencies, or other incidents.

• Candidate must be able to communicate in English. Bilingual preferred (English/Creole or English/Spanish)
• Reliable personal transportation.
• Must be able to pass FDLE Level II criminal background check (fingerprint) and drug screening.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Candidate must either currently have a Broward County Chauffeur’s Registration or be able to secure one within one week of hire.
• Excellent driving record.
• Performing the duties of this position requires the ability to walk, sit, stand, reach, talk, hear, and lift materials, including equipment.

Gang Alternative, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. Personnel are chosen on the basis of ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status or sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law.