Senior Programs Driver

City of Avondale • Avondale, AZ

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About The Position

The City of Avondale is hiring a Senior Programs Driver in the Neighborhood & Family Services Department. This part-time position supports the health, safety, and well-being of seniors and homebound individuals by delivering meals and providing transportation. The successful candidate is reliable, compassionate, organized, communicates well, and is committed to quality service.

The position is scheduled for fewer than 19.5 hours per week, normally Monday through Thursday from approximately 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with the possibility of expanded hours from 6:45 AM to 3:30 PM. Occasional Fridays may be required for training or staff coverage. Flexibility, dependable attendance, and punctuality are needed to meet program scheduling needs and ensure timely deliveries and safe transportation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions, understand simple processes, and routinely operate equipment and machinery, including computer systems, kitchen equipment, motor vehicles, and vehicle-mounted accessibility lifts.
• One year of customer service experience working with senior citizens, disabled adults, in recreation, or in a related field.
• Valid Arizona Driver's License.
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification upon hire.
• Ability to obtain Maricopa Food Handler’s Certification within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to obtain a Level 1 fingerprint clearance card upon offer of employment and before the start date.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical examination and periodic physical examinations throughout employment.
• Ability to pass the Arizona Centralized Background Check at hire and annually thereafter.

Nice To Haves

• One year of driving experience in the West Valley.
• Bilingual Spanish-speaking skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver meals to homebound individuals in a reasonable and timely manner.
• Conduct welfare checks to assess individuals’ health and living conditions, and report observations to appropriate senior staff.
• Pack and load meals and food coolers into the vehicle for delivery.
• Complete required daily logs and reports.
• Monitor food temperatures and delivery times according to Area Agency on Aging Guidelines.
• Inspect the vehicle daily and report repair issues to appropriate senior staff.
• Safely transport program participants to and from the center in a reasonable and timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED