Mobile Health Unit Bus Driver - HART Hub

Durham Community Health Centre•Whitby, ON

8d•CA$25 - CA$29•Hybrid

About The Position

Durham Community Health Centre (DCHC) is seeking two Mobile Health Unit Bus Drivers for the HART Hub program. This is a 6-month contract position with 17.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work. The role involves driving the mobile health unit to various clinic locations, health fairs, and community events, setting up for clinic services, and maintaining vehicle reports. The driver is responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, cleaning, and equipping of the mobile unit to support community outreach and mobile health services. This includes vehicle inspection, transportation support, documentation, water system management, and ensuring the bus is prepared for daily operations.

Requirements

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
Valid Ontario DZ Driver’s License required.
Clean driver’s abstract and satisfactory driving record.
3+ year’s experience operating large commercial vehicles or community service vehicles (over 1,100 kg preferred).
Knowledge of vehicle inspection and maintenance procedures.
Ability to complete logs, reports, and documentation accurately.
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a community-based environment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to lift and transport supplies and equipment as required.
Full vaccination against COVID-19 is mandatory for this position.

Nice To Haves

Valid Ontario Class C License considered an asset.
Experience working within community, outreach, healthcare, or social service environments is an asset.
CPR/First Aid certification considered an asset.
Familiarity with Durham Region preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely operate the HART Hub vehicle in accordance with all provincial traffic laws, organizational policies, and safety procedures.
Transport staff, supplies, equipment, and materials to outreach and community service locations.
Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
Maintain accurate mileage logs, fuel records, inspection records, maintenance, service activities and damage/incident reports.
Coordinate routine service and preventative maintenance as directed.
Ensure the cleanliness, upkeep, and basic maintenance of the vehicle interior and exterior.
Coordinate and complete water servicing requirements, including filling onboard water supplies, emptying wastewater tanks, and ensuring systems are operational before and after service shifts.
Report mechanical concerns, safety hazards, accidents, or vehicle damage promptly to management.
Provide set-up and support functions including set up and closing down of mobile clinic locations.
Communicate effectively with the HART Hub Manager regarding vehicle status, scheduling, and operational concerns.
Maintain a respectful, professional, and culturally responsive approach when interacting with clients, staff, and community members.
Adhere to organizational health and safety policies and infection prevention practices.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Safely load and unload medical supplies, equipment, and materials as required (up to 30–50 lbs).
Follow predefined travel routes and ensure the vehicle is fully operational at all times.
Transport biohazardous specimens to labs or local public health units when required and upon return to home base.
Maintain a clean driving record and valid driver’s license throughout employment period.
Safely transporting medical providers to and from service locations across the Durham Region, in accordance with the vehicle schedule.
Maintain communication and coordination with the medical provider team throughout the day.