Transit Driver weekdays weekends under , non

Position: Transit Driver, P/T, weekdays including weekends & holidays, under 19 hours/wk, non-benefit eligible

Overview

Under close supervision, transports elderly and disabled residents from homes to scheduled appointments or locations in a safe, timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Transports elderly and disabled residents from homes to scheduled appointments or locations in a safe, timely manner.
• Secures wheelchairs or mobility aids, assists passengers entering or exiting a vehicle and escorts to location door.
• Inspects and cleans vehicles prior to and after shifts.
• Completes paperwork of daily routes and documents incidents while on duty.
• Collects, counts, cancels and files coupons for each trip.
• Maintains fuel in vehicle.

Required knowledge, skills and abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written communication.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to use cell phones, tablets and computers.
• Knowledge of customer service techniques and methods.
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, Town and Department policies and procedures.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Skill in safely operating Town vehicles.
• Ability to organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines and follow up on work assignments with minimal supervision.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Qualifications

• A High School diploma or GED.
• Must possess a valid Class D Arizona driver license upon the first day of employment.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Additional information

• Work is performed in an indoor and outdoor environment.
• Must be able to lift or move over fifty (50) pounds.
• Regular, daily attendance is an essential function for this position.

Special requirements

• This position is considered a Safety Sensitive position and is subject to Drug and Alcohol testing as required by FTA CFR 49.

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