Dial-A-Ride Driver/Janitor @ Southland

The Salvation Army Central Territory•Grandview, MO

About The Position

The Dial-A-Ride Driver/Janitor transports clients to appointments promptly and courteously, assists with food programs, and performs janitorial and routine building maintenance duties. The role includes keeping required client, vehicle, mileage, maintenance, and program records; collecting fees; operating Salvation Army vehicles; and assisting with food pickup, distribution, and delivery. The position may also direct volunteers or community service personnel and perform other assigned duties. Work is performed in a vehicle, facility, or outdoors. Sunday work is required. The employee must support The Salvation Army’s mission and may not undermine its religious mission in their work. The role requires driving Salvation Army vehicles with approval through its Fleet Safety Program.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Transportation and custodial experience.
Experience working with senior citizens and disabled individuals.
Class E driver's license or above; must hold a valid license from the state of residence.
Must be approved 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 and strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to use office equipment, including a telephone, personal computer, and copier.
Must be supportive of The Salvation Army mission.
Ability to speak, hear, and see; manual dexterity; stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and climb; and lift, pull, and push materials up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform essential functions.

Responsibilities

Schedule and transport clients to appointments promptly and courteously.
Complete and maintain individual client records; collect fees and submit them daily to the corps officer office; issue client fee receipts as needed.
Maintain van cleanliness and report vehicle needs or repairs to the corps officer.
Answer the cell phone and return calls as needed.
Complete and submit the daily schedule form, including mileage.
Record and complete monthly Salvation Army program statistics.
Maintain the Dial-A-Ride vehicle maintenance log, daily vehicle checklist, and other required records; 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, office spaces, the kitchen, and dining area; 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.
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.