DRIVER, CLASS B (Hope Gardens)

Union Rescue Mission•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

COMPANY DESCRIPTION: Union Rescue Mission (URM) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area. We are dedicated to serving men, women, and children experiencing homelessness and providing comprehensive emergency and long-term services to help them escape the dangerous streets of Skid Row. Established in 1891, URM is now one of the largest rescue missions of its kind in the United States and the oldest in Los Angeles. Join us at Union Rescue Mission as we bring hope and share the compassion of Christ to those devastated by homelessness. DRIVER, CLASS B POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Transportation Manager, the Class B Driver is responsible for shuttling employees and residents to and from program scheduled activities. Class B Driver must maintain the cleanliness of the vehicles and assist in other operations as required. DRIVER, CLASS B CORE WORK PRINCIPLE: Colossians 3:23 is the foundation of URM’s standard for employment, “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as though you were working for the Lord and not for people.” The goal for each employee is to enrich and sustain a humble heart attitude; to enrich and sustain a mindset of serving others, treating them with kindness and truth; and to enrich and sustain a zealous desire for achieving work objectives without any ulterior motives or agendas.

Requirements

High School Diploma or 3 years equivalent work experience.
Required California Driver’s License, Class B.
Required Passenger Endorsement Certification for school bus operation.
Required School Bus Driver certification for school bus operation.
Must be able to be insured under the company’s auto insurance policy.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Operational knowledge of company vehicles and equipment (Pallet Jacks, Lift Trucks, and Electric Pallet Jacks) in a safe manner.
Knowledge of roadways in the Southern California area.
Ability to interpret and create vehicle reports (inspection, repair, driver log, and hour of service).
Must be able to see, hear, speak, and write clearly to communicate with others.
Must have a clean driving record.
Must submit to random drug testing as required by the California Department of Transportation.
Must have the ability to organize workload for effective implementation.

Nice To Haves

Air Brake endorsement, preferred.
Medical Card certificate, preferred.
First Aid Card, preferred.
T-01 Training records updated for school bus operation, preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide shuttle services for employees and residents primarily for Hope Gardens, but not limited to this location.
Drive a school bus, transports, and other assigned vehicles.
Always maintain a clean and mechanically sound bus/vehicle.
Obey all traffic laws.
Follow a planned bus route servicing the Hope Gardens student population.
Perform school bus inspections and any company vehicle, at the start and end of shift.
Must meet physical and medical requirements and pass substance abuse screening; as a safety-sensitive employee, will be subject to random substance abuse screening under company policy.
Exercise student management through communication and discipline, per company policy; and always maintain control of student passengers to ensure the safe operation of the vehicle.
Report on time for duty and operate vehicles and assigned tasks, as directed.
Adjust to different shift schedules (Reg. and OT) to meet department needs.
Pick up donations from various locations and physically load and unload at distribution facilities, as needed.
Assist at the distribution facilities, as needed.
Conduct other tasks and projects as assigned by the Transportation Manager.
Commitment to URM mission, vision, and core values.
Encourage guests in their faith and growth in Jesus Christ.