Fleet & Transportation Specialist
About The Position
The Fleet & Transportation Specialist performs duties across multiple sites, including transporting individuals, delivering food and mail, and overseeing fleet maintenance. The role coordinates the organization’s vehicle fleet and provides transportation coverage for Respite and Day Habilitation programs according to staffing and program needs. The specialist transports individuals safely, supports them with entering and exiting vehicles and using safety equipment, and maintains appropriate supervision and professional interactions. The role also includes deliveries to designated agency locations and adherence to agency values, policies, and applicable safety and transportation requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid New York State driver’s license in good standing.
- CPR, First Aid, and other applicable state-mandated training may be required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience coordinating or managing vehicle maintenance, including scheduling inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs.
- At least two years of experience safely transporting or driving individuals with developmental disabilities.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the organization’s vehicle fleet, including DOT inspections, preventative maintenance, repairs, scheduling, records, and overall vehicle readiness.
- Pick up and deliver student meals, food supplies, mail, and other materials to designated agency locations, ensuring timely, accurate, safe, and confidential handling.
- Provide transportation coverage for Respite and Day Habilitation programs based on staffing and program needs.
- Transport individuals safely and reliably while following agency policies, vehicle safety standards, and applicable transportation requirements.
- Assist individuals with entering and exiting vehicles and with the proper use of seat belts, mobility equipment, and other safety supports.
- Maintain appropriate supervision and professional interactions with individuals during transportation, and promptly report safety, behavioral, or transportation concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
- Adhere to The Summit Center’s core agency values: Adaptability, Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, Optimism, and Respect.
- Follow employment policies in the Employee Handbook, including dress code, attendance and punctuality, and Paid Time Off policies.
- Perform other duties as requested by the supervisor.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Potential for annual raises and profit sharing
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Medical opt-out payment of up to $1,000 per year
- 401(k) with up to 4% employer match
- Life and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program, including free mental health counseling, childcare referrals, access to legal services, grief and eldercare support, and financial planning resources
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
