Health Center Driver

Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California•Gardnerville Ranchos, NV

2d•$31,803 - $47,715•Hybrid

About The Position

Under direct supervision, the Health Center Driver provides safe, reliable, and efficient transportation for eligible Washoe Tribal Health Clinic patients to medical appointments. This role also involves delivering emergency necessities and medications to patients when needed, and maintaining the confidentiality of all privileged information.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED plus two years experience driving or transporting and must have a good driving record.
Must possess and maintain a valid California or Nevada driver’s license and must be able to be insurable by the Tribe’s Driving Policy.
Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and background investigation.
Knowledge of traditional form of government and tribal customs and traditions.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety practices.
Knowledge of rules of the road and road signage.
Ability to communicate effectively in the English both verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at all levels.
Ability to represent the organization in a professional manner, building respect and confidence.
Ability to drive safely and efficiently.
Ability to use a variety of hand tools in performing minor maintenance on assigned vehicles.
Ability to analyze situations and adopt appropriate courses of action.
Ability to work independently and meet strict time lines.
Ability to safely use cleaning products and safely operate cleaning equipment.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction.
Ability to demonstrate moral character, honesty, tact, fairness, lack of prejudice, and desire to help when dealing with people.
Ability to demonstrate excellence in everything, and continually seek improvement in results.

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to Qualified Native American Indians.
Certified in First Aid and CPR or ability to become so within three months of employment.

Responsibilities

Abides by all public safety rules and regulations as well as established internal procedures.
Maintains vehicle.
Provides safe, reliable, and efficient transportation.
Assists patrons as needed.
Inspects vehicles before driving to include: gas, oil, water, and brake and transmission levels, to ensure safety of operation.
Performs routine safety checks on vehicles to include: operable brake lights, turn signals, tire pressure, first aid kit, and emergency road kit.
Checks the condition on all operating parts of vehicles, to include: tires, lights, brakes, windshield wipers, etc.
Reports needed vehicle repairs.
Maintains accurate documentation related to mileage, consumption of gas, oil, and other service related products.
Prepares vehicle reports as required.
Maintains vehicle cleanliness by washing and cleaning as needed.
Performs other duties as required.