Substitute - Driver

Arc of Greater Prince William•Woodbridge, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Arc of Greater Prince William/INSIGHT, Inc. is seeking a Substitute Driver to operate agency vehicles transporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout Prince William County. This substitute position covers for drivers who are on leave as needed. The scheduled shifts are 5:30 a.m.–9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, as needed. Pay is $17–$18.50 per hour, depending on experience. Under the supervision of the Director of Transportation, the Substitute Driver transports individuals to and from work sites, recreational events, and day programs. The driver assists riders, maintains vehicle safety, performs vehicle inspections and preventive checks, operates the wheelchair lift, keeps the vehicle clean, and completes required records and paperwork. The role requires the ability to operate a passenger vehicle safely and meet the physical demands of assisting riders and handling objects.

Requirements

Be a licensed U.S. driver with a good driving record and three years of continuous driving experience, and meet the agency’s insurance requirements.
Maintain a valid driver’s license acceptable under agency standards.
Be physically able to operate the vehicle and wheelchair lift safely and enter the vehicle without steps if steps are unavailable.
Be able to lift 50 pounds and exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Have at least a high school diploma or GED.
Have good written and verbal communication skills.
Attend and pass onsite training classes within the first 30 days of hire.
Pass criminal and Child Protective Services background investigations.
Be able to perform pre-trip inspection and maintenance checks.
Provide an MVR annually to the Director of Transportation.
Adhere to random and annual drug testing.
Be compassionate and organized.

Responsibilities

Operate a 14-passenger body-on-chassis vehicle to transport individuals to and from work sites, recreational events, and day programs.
Assist riders getting on and off the vehicle as needed, including safely operating the wheelchair lift.
Maintain vehicle safety by ensuring riders are seated and wearing seat belts while the vehicle is operating.
Assist individuals in an emergency.
Complete daily, weekly, and monthly pre-trip maintenance and preventive checklists.
Check and replenish first-aid and OSHA kits monthly or as needed.
Obey local and state road laws and adhere to the agency cell phone policy.
Clean the inside of the vehicle, including sweeping aisles and flooring, cleaning windows, and disinfecting seats and other surfaces as needed.
Complete required record keeping and paperwork and submit it on time to the Director of Transportation.
Notify the Director of Transportation promptly when vehicle repairs are needed and ensure the appropriate person is notified about safety inspections and oil changes.
Maintain working relationships with individuals’ families and other employees, and be empathetic to individuals’ needs.
Use ADP Mobile Solutions for timekeeping.
Assist the Director of Transportation as needed.
Attend training during the first 6–8 weeks to learn program participants’ driving routes.