On-Call Driver

Lake County Government • Leadville, CO

13d • Onsite

About The Position

This position provides safe, reliable, and friendly transportation for seniors, driving them to and from meal programs, medical appointments, social outings, and other essential activities that support their independence and connection to the community.

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school or equivalent education.
• Current Colorado Driver’s License.
• Ability to pass a Colorado Bureau of Investigation Background Check.
• Have a clean driving record.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• A willingness to assist the senior community of Lake County.
• Willingness to learn, have good communication skills, and a positive attitude.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; ensuring that all interactions with Seniors, staff, and coworkers are professional, respectful, kind and empathetic.
• Applicants must be authorized to lawfully work for any employer in the United States. Lake County is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Center staff with the transportation of Seniors to and from medical appointments, meals, shopping outings, excursions, and other transportation needs.
• Assist the Senior Center staff with the unloading and delivery of monthly food boxes.
• Supports the Senior Center snow removal program as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED