Driver

Kenaitze Indian Tribe•Kenai, AK

31d

About The Position

The driver will operate a variety of vehicles to include, but not limited to, a multi-passenger van, a wheelchair accessible van or bus. The driver will be responsible for transporting ambulatory and non-ambulatory clients to DWC campus, ANMC in Anchorage, area health clinics, private physicians, to and from area activities and other scheduled stop/pick up areas. Responsible for appropriately securing passengers in the vehicle and driving with due caution. This position will work with the Transportation Coordinator to organize schedules, pick up routes, and maintain timeliness of arrivals. The driver will refuel vehicles and perform general maintenance checks, clean the interior and exterior of vehicles and advise the supervisor of any mechanical problems. It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
1-year experience in public transportation or relevant experience.
Experience in the operation and routine maintenance of transportation vehicles.
Experience in driving a wheelchair accessible van/bus, 15-passenger van.
Customer service experience.
A valid Alaska Driver's License and be eligible to obtain a Class B CDL license with passenger and airbrake endorsements and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy.
Current First Aid and CPR certification, or within 90 days of hire.
MANDT certified, or within 90 days of hire.
Must be at least 25 years of age to be insurable under the Tribe's policy.
Ability to drive in all weather conditions.
Good oral communication and customer service skills.
Availability to work overtime at least one day a week.
Ability to work effectively with employees and assist the public cooperatively and courteously.
Knowledge of defensive driving procedures.
Ability to utilize a GPS device.
Ability to complete related reports, logs and schedules.
Basic computer skills.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
This position is a Covered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act (ABCA) and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, (ICPA). ABCA and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position.

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience in driving a bus with 8 36 seats.
Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities.

Responsibilities

Establishes and maintains a safe environment for clients and other staff
Provide safe and efficient transportation to clients
Performs safety checks on vehicles
Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicles
Picks up and checks daily route schedule
Completes required logs and reports
Cleans each vehicle weekly
Purchase fuel
Report incidents of suspected abuse or neglect according to applicable laws
Notify supervisor of any/all concerns regarding routes, passengers or safety issues
Follow all traffic and safety laws at all times
Attend training and staff meetings as required
Treat clients with respect and courtesy
Employee is subject to call out