Transport Van Driver
About The Position
Transport eligible veterans to and from the Dayton VA Medical Center (VAMC), picking them up and returning them to their place of residence. This role also involves transporting VAMC-referred veterans to other medical appointments in the vicinity of the Dayton VAMC and to WPAFB. The driver will provide new passengers with the van transportation policy, record and complete mileage and fuel usage, and coordinate with veterans needing assistance equipment. Additionally, the driver will coordinate with VAMC nurses and social workers for hospitalized veteran releases and assist veterans with appointment changes to accommodate the transportation schedule. Maintaining the safety and hygiene of the van and communicating needs to the Transportation Coordinator are also key responsibilities. The position requires adherence to all job safety requirements and applicable OSHA safety standards, as well as demonstrating regular and predictable attendance.
Requirements
- Possess a valid Ohio driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- No felony convictions.
- Completion of secondary education or equivalent with training or experience in vehicle operation.
- Knowledge to use Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, and Word.
- Internet savvy to use MapQuest and other search programs.
- Ability to use a Global Positioning System (GPS) or be able to read maps and navigate around different routes.
- Ability to network and coordinate with other agencies.
Nice To Haves
- An honorably discharged veteran is the first priority.
- Active duty/veteran/surviving spouse or a child/parent of a veteran may be considered.
Responsibilities
- Transport eligible veterans to and from the Dayton VA Medical Center (VAMC).
- Pick up veterans and return them to their place of residence.
- Transport VAMC referred veterans to other medical appointments in the vicinity of the Dayton VAMC, as well as to WPAFB.
- Provide new passengers the van transportation policy.
- Record and complete mileage and fuel usage.
- Coordinate with veterans who might need assistance equipment to accompany them.
- Coordinate with VAMC nurses and social workers when a hospitalized veteran is released and needs transportation.
- Assist veterans with making changes to their appointments to accommodate the transportation schedule.
- Maintain the safety and hygiene of the van and communicate needs to the Transportation Coordinator.
- Meet all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards of the job function.
- Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
