Transporter

Ponca Tribe of Nebraska•Niobrara, NE

About The Position

The Transporter is primarily responsible for meeting the transportation needs of Ponca Tribe of Nebraska citizens and the public, including people with disabilities. The role provides transportation in a cheerful, pleasant, and professional manner and works cooperatively with Tribe staff to meet passenger needs. The position follows scheduled routes, assists passengers to and from vehicles, tracks passenger boarding and drop-offs using transportation software, and collects applicable fares. The Transporter operates vehicles and related equipment, including wheelchair lifts and securements, computers, cell phones, and scheduling software. The role includes inspecting vehicles at the beginning of each day, keeping vehicles clean and presentable, maintaining monthly records and reports, and following transportation laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. The employee must be willing to drive in adverse weather, attend required safety and awareness courses, maintain or obtain CPR and First Aid certification, and comply with drug and alcohol testing requirements. The position has no supervisory responsibilities and is an at-will, non-exempt, full-time role.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Able to obtain First Aid, CPR, and Defensive Driving Course certification within one year if not already certified.
Excellent oral communication skills.
Valid driver's license and ability to be insured.
Successfully pass drug and alcohol testing, motor vehicle, education, character, and criminal background checks.
Able and willing to travel.
Able to work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and sometimes hostile people.
Physical ability to carry or lift up to 5 pounds frequently, up to 10 pounds regularly, and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity needed to drive and operate a computer keyboard and basic office equipment.
Able to sit, stand, bend, lift, twist, move intermittently, and reach while performing essential job functions.

Nice To Haves

Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
First Aid, CPR, and Defensive Driving Course certifications.
One year of experience working with Native Americans or Native American organizations.
Preference is given to Ponca Tribe of Nebraska members or members of a federally recognized tribe; all qualified individuals are eligible.

Responsibilities

Provide transportation for Ponca Tribe of Nebraska members and the public, including people with disabilities, in a cheerful, pleasant, and professional manner.
Operate vehicles, wheelchair lifts and securements, computers, cell phones, scheduling software, and other necessary equipment.
Assist passengers to and from the vehicle.
Maintain a clean and presentable vehicle according to policy or supervisor direction.
Maintain appropriate monthly records and reports.
Work cooperatively with Ponca Tribe of Nebraska staff to meet transportation needs.
Follow planned routes according to a time schedule.
Track passenger boarding and drop-offs using transportation software.
Collect applicable fares and maintain proper records.
Learn and implement new procedures, regulations, and requirements.
Drive in adverse weather conditions when needed.
Inspect vehicles at the beginning of each day.
Maintain or obtain CPR and First Aid certification.
Attend and complete Passenger and Safety Securement, Defensive Driving, Distracted Driving, and Drug & Alcohol Awareness courses.
Follow the drug and alcohol policy and testing requirements.
Follow the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska's mission, organization, program requirements, and policies.
Maintain confidentiality, honor the Privacy Act, and respect riders' rights, dignity, and privacy.
Know and abide by transportation laws, rules, and regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.