Part-Time Driver - 14 hour/week

City of Kenai•Kenai, AK

About The Position

The Driver is a part-time City of Kenai employee who works under the direction of the Senior Center Administrative Assistant III. The role operates a City vehicle to transport clients to and from destinations, deliver meals to client homes within the service area, and support the department. It involves daily contact with senior citizens, City employees, and the general public, and requires working with minimal or no supervision.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Have two years of experience working with the general public, or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential job functions.
Possess or obtain a valid Alaska driver’s license within 30 days of employment and before operating a City vehicle.
Submit a Division of Motor Vehicles record upon request.
Pass a background investigation, including a criminal background check, as required to work with vulnerable populations such as senior citizens.
Possess or obtain a valid CPR/First Aid certificate from the American Heart Association or another approved entity within 30 days of employment.
Possess or obtain a food handler’s card within 30 days of employment to meet State of Alaska food safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience working with the senior population.

Responsibilities

Safely operate City vehicles and transport Senior Center clients within the community.
Assist clients who need help entering or exiting the vehicle.
Deliver meals to homebound clients daily in accordance with federal regulations and City and Senior Center policies and procedures.
Prepare paperwork for meal delivery and senior transportation.
Help package and load prepared meals; monitor safe handling and meal temperatures during transport; return empty delivery containers; store or discard leftover food according to temperature; and clean the hot box and thermos bag.
Check the vehicle before driving, keep it clean and safe, report mechanical concerns promptly, fuel it as needed, and document mileage.
Maintain confidentiality of privileged communications and information and comply with privacy laws and regulations.
Interact effectively and courteously with City employees, clients, and the public.
Attend department training, including an on-site driver course, and other continuing education programs.
Maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
Perform other related duties as assigned.