Mobile Safety Associate; Driver

Successful candidates must currently reside within reasonable daily commuting distance to the New York City area and be ready to work immediately.

AC Disaster Consulting (ACDC) offers full-spectrum emergency management services to public and private clients. Our experienced professionals have been a part of the growth and modernization of emergency management for nearly 30 years.

Driven by compassion. Defined by expertise. Strengthened by collaboration. We empower communities to improve disaster outcomes and build lasting resilience.

In the true spirit of emergency management – ACDC seeks to solve crises, both for the communities and individuals affected by disasters as well as for the clients we serve.

• Job Title:
  
  Mobile Safety Associate (Driver)
• Employment: PRN (as needed), Temporary.
• Schedule:
  
  Expecting 4 ten‑hour days per week.
• Compensation: $25–$28 per hour.
• Benefits:
  Not eligible for benefits, except where required by law.
• Location:
  
  Onsite, multiple mobile locations in the NYC area.

The Safety Associate/Driver supports the safe, respectful, and orderly operation of Mobile Cooling Services during extreme heat events. Responsibilities include safely driving and parking a mobile cooling vehicle, transporting team members, assisting with route coordination and dispatch activities, monitoring safety conditions, de‑escalating conflicts, escalating safety concerns when appropriate, and supporting supply management and logistics.

• Safely operate a mini‑van, passenger van, SUV, or other assigned vehicle.
• Conduct pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections and document findings.
• Ensure vehicle cleanliness, operational readiness, and compliance with all applicable traffic laws.
• Navigate urban, suburban, and residential environments while maintaining awareness of road, weather, and traffic conditions.
• Identify safe parking locations and ensure proper vehicle positioning during service delivery.
• Assist team leadership with route planning, navigation, dispatch communications, and schedule adjustments.
• Maintain accurate mileage, fuel, vehicle inspection, and transportation records.

• Conduct routine walkthroughs of the vehicle interior and immediate exterior area during assigned shifts.
• Identify and promptly report safety concerns, hazards, or suspicious activity to operational leadership.
• Ensure aisles, exits, and emergency equipment remain clear and accessible at all times.

• Utilize trauma‑informed communication and verbal de‑escalation techniques to address conflicts.
• Intervene early to prevent escalation while maintaining personal safety and respecting participant dignity.
• Reinforce Mobile Cooling Services guidelines related to safety, capacity, accessibility, and appropriate conduct.
• Provide courteous, professional assistance to older adults, individuals with disabilities, caregivers, and community members.
• Request supervisory support or emergency assistance when situations exceed the scope of the position.

• Respond calmly and appropriately to medical, behavioral, or safety emergencies within the mobile environment.
• Contact emergency services (EMS, fire, police) when required and in accordance with established protocols.
• Assist with vehicle‑specific emergency procedures, including evacuation or relocation of the vehicle.
• Complete incident reports accurately and promptly following any safety or emergency event.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to maintain the safety and integrity of the mobile cooling services.

• Assist with loading, unloading, transporting, and securing supplies, equipment, water, and cooling resources.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate supply needs to leadership.
• Support daily setup and breakdown activities.
• Assist with dispatch communications and coordination between field teams and supervisors.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the safe and effective operation of Mobile Cooling Services.

• Safe driving skills and…