Driver (4972-70)

Hamilton County, Ohio•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

The Driver provides safe and timely transportation for Hamilton County Veterans traveling to VA medical appointments, while delivering exemplary customer service. The role works under the direction of the Executive Director and the supervision of the Transportation Manager. This is a part-time position for 16–24 hours per week, with pay of $20.00 per hour. The Driver transports Veterans to and from appointments scheduled with and/or by the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, helps manage transportation schedules with staff, and maintains accurate time sheets and other requested records. The role also includes discussing other possible VA benefits with passengers, performing regular minor vehicle maintenance, and ensuring fleet vehicles are fueled and available. The Driver must respond immediately to accidents or medical emergencies by notifying first responders and demonstrate regular, predictable attendance. A physical examination may be required at the HCVSC's expense. Other duties may be assigned by the Executive Director and/or HCVSC Board of Commissioners.

Requirements

Be a U.S. Armed Forces Veteran who received an honorable discharge for all periods served, or, if a qualified Veteran is unavailable, be the spouse, surviving spouse, child, or parent of someone who served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Be able to safely drive a multi-passenger vehicle.
Be able to understand and adhere to Ohio Department of Transportation and United States Department of Transportation rules and regulations.
Possess a valid driver's license.
Pass pre-employment drug screening.
Remain insurable under the county's vehicle insurance policy.
Maintain required First Aid and CPR/AED certification.
Complete and pass a BCI/FBI background check.

Nice To Haves

A driving record free and clear of moving-violation citations for the five years preceding employment, and free and clear of criminal convictions (listed as preferred).

Responsibilities

Transport Hamilton County Veterans to and from VA medical appointments scheduled with and/or by the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
Discuss other possible VA benefits with Veterans being transported.
Maintain accurate time sheet entries.
Work with staff to manage transportation schedules and client scheduling.
Ensure requested reports and other records are accurate.
Perform regular minor maintenance on vehicles in the HCVSC fleet.
Ensure vehicles are fueled and available for use.
Respond immediately to accidents and/or medical emergencies by notifying first responders.
Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director and/or HCVSC Board of Commissioners.