Driver, FT

JKV Careers • Lee's Summit, MO

6d

About The Position

The Driver operates a bus or sedan to transport John Knox Village residents to local or distant destinations according to a schedule. The role prioritizes passenger safety and supports the Village’s mission, values, and service and hospitality (PRIDE) expectations. The Driver completes required training and spends most of the workday driving. The position reports to the Public Safety Supervisor and takes work direction from the Lead Transportation and Dispatcher; the Dispatcher serves as a communications link for the Director of Public Safety.

This role involves working both indoors and outdoors and may require assisting other departments during a declared emergency. The associate must pass a post-offer background check and health screening, as well as a Department of Transportation physical and drug screen, and maintain a DOT medical card. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or the level of education typically acquired through a course of study leading to one.
• Valid Missouri Class E or higher driver’s license at the time of hire.
• Ability to obtain a Class C or higher driver’s license with passenger endorsement within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to pass a Department of Transportation physical and drug screen and maintain a DOT medical card.
• Beginner-level knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Windows, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, handbooks, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to perform arithmetic with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and apply basic algebra and geometry concepts.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to handle stress, get along with others, maintain acceptable conduct, and adhere to safety requirements.
• Ability to interact with individuals with challenged mental capacities when required.
• Visual acuity sufficient to operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Physical capacity for sedentary work involving exertion of up to 10 pounds occasionally and negligible force frequently or constantly, along with the described movement, communication, hearing, and repetitive-motion demands.

Nice To Haves

• Prior commercial driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive a bus or sedan to transport passengers over specified routes according to a time schedule.
• Keep passenger safety a top priority and comply with local traffic regulations and passenger safety precautions.
• Assist passengers getting into or out of the vehicle and help with baggage.
• Transport and secure passengers’ luggage, groceries, and wheelchairs; load or unload baggage or passenger-checked express when needed.
• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilation systems for passenger comfort.
• Report delays, accidents, and traffic violations.
• Inspect the bus and ensure proper levels of gas, oil, and water before departure.
• Keep the vehicle clean inside and out.
• Provide excellent customer service and use listening skills.
• Adhere to safety regulations and requirements, handle stress well, get along with coworkers and customers, and maintain acceptable workplace conduct.
• Complete training required by policy.
• Perform other assigned responsibilities as warranted by business needs.

What This Job Offers

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