Dial-A-Ride Driver/Janitor @ Southland

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Grandview, MO

About The Position

The Dial-A-Ride Driver/Janitor transports clients to appointments in a timely, kind, and courteous manner, assists with food programs, and performs janitorial and routine facility-maintenance functions. The role also operates Salvation Army vehicles for passenger transport and pickup or delivery duties, and may direct volunteers or community service personnel. Employees are expected to support The Salvation Army’s religious mission.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Transportation and custodial experience.
Experience working with senior citizens and disabled individuals.
Valid Class E driver’s license or above from the state of residence.
Approval through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive a Salvation Army vehicle on Salvation Army business.
Detail-oriented, with the ability to organize and carry out a work plan with minimum supervision.
Good communication and time-management skills.
Sound judgment, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to handle multiple demands and priorities.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to use office equipment, including a telephone, personal computer, and copier.
Must be supportive of The Salvation Army mission.
Able to meet the described physical requirements, including lifting, pulling, and pushing materials up to 50 pounds; reasonable accommodation may be made.
Sunday work is required.

Responsibilities

Schedule and transport clients to appointments promptly.
Complete and maintain individual client records.
Collect client fees, submit them daily to the corps officer office, and issue receipts as needed.
Keep the van clean and maintained, report repair needs, and maintain vehicle logs, checklists, and other required records.
Answer the cell phone and return calls as needed.
Complete and submit daily schedule forms, including mileage, and record monthly program statistics.
File reports and paperwork.
Handle emergencies as they arise.
Operate Salvation Army vehicles to pick up and deliver items and transport people.
Pick up food at Harvesters, assist with monthly commodity distribution, and collect and deliver weekly food donations.
Transport bell ringers to kettle sites during Christmas.
Sweep, mop, scrub, and vacuum hallways, stairs, restrooms, classrooms, offices, kitchen, and dining areas.
Empty trash.
Use basic hand tools for minor painting, plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and other related maintenance activities.
Inspect facilities and notify management about major repair needs and safety or security issues.
Advise the direct supervisor of janitorial and building supply needs.
Perform routine outdoor maintenance, including clearing snow and debris from sidewalks, and follow schedules for cleaning windows and furniture and polishing floors.
Set up furniture for meetings as required.
May direct work activities of volunteers or community service personnel.
Perform other duties as assigned.