Coordinator, Driver

Black Cultural Zone CDC • Oakland, CA

1d • $20 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Join the Black Cultural Zone CDC as a Coordinator, Driver! Are you a safe, community-minded driver who believes every ride is an opportunity to connect, serve, and uplift? The Black Cultural Zone Community Development Corporation (BCZ CDC) is seeking a Coordinator, Driver to serve as the safe, reliable, and hospitality-centered backbone of our fleet operations across East Oakland. This is more than a driving role — you will be a “Neighborhood Messenger,” connecting community members to BCZ’s resources and Hub events while stewarding our fleet with excellence, care, and pride.

Requirements

• Holds a high school diploma or GED equivalent and a valid California Driver’s License with a clean driving record (no major violations within the last three years)
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in a driving, logistics, transportation, or community-facing role
• Demonstrated ability to operate large vehicles, including box trucks and passenger shuttles, safely and in compliance with applicable regulations
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage warmly and professionally with a diverse range of community members, guests, and team members
• Physically capable of lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, securing heavy cargo, and performing the physical demands of fleet operations
• Able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by community activations and organizational needs
• Must pass a standard background check
• Holds or is willing to obtain First Aid/CPR Certification, Food Handler Certification, and BCZ University Internal Certification within the required timeframes

Nice To Haves

• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger Endorsement
• Experience in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization
• Familiarity with East Oakland’s community landscape
• Bilingual in English and Spanish or another community language

Responsibilities

• Operate BCZ vehicles — including the box truck, shuttle, and low-speed vehicles (LSVs) — safely and in compliance with the California Vehicle Code and applicable local regulations
• Conduct thorough daily pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections, documenting vehicle condition, mileage, fuel levels, and maintenance needs to ensure fleet longevity and passenger safety
• Provide high-touch hospitality during every transport interaction, warmly connecting passengers to BCZ resources, upcoming Hub events, and community programs
• Maintain a professional, clean, and welcoming vehicle environment that reflects the excellence of the BCZ brand and the dignity of every passenger
• Maintain accurate records of vehicle usage, fuel logs, mileage, and maintenance schedules in alignment with BCZ’s Fleet Management and Safety Policy
• Provide scheduled and on-demand transport for community members, team members, and materials across BCZ Hub locations, partner sites, and community activation events
• Support the logistical coordination of community events and Hub activations by transporting supplies, equipment, and materials as directed by the Facilities team
• Model BCZ’s C.R.E.A.T.E. values and the Ubora Experience in every community touchpoint and team interaction

Benefits

• Collaborative organizational culture guided by our C.R.E.A.T.E. values — Collaboration, Respect, Execution Speed & Excellence, Accountability, Tenacity, and Equity & Fairness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED