Van Driver (Part-Time)

sermetro•Highland Park, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Van Driver will transport participants in a 15 passenger van. The Van Driver will be responsible for transporting participants (to and from school, jobs, appointments, etc.) and be available as needed. This position requires an individual who will interact courteously and effectively with participants, staff and partners under varying circumstances.

Requirements

Minimum two (2) years of work related experience including driving experience.
Must possess (3) years of customer service experience.
Ability to interact with youth participants in a positive and productive manner.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access).
Ability to adhere to time constraints and schedules.
Mental ability to handle pressures related to dealing with multiple individuals from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of need.
Knowledge of traffic regulations.
General familiarity with surrounding areas.
Drives vehicle in a safe manner and wears a safety belt when operating a vehicle at all times.
Ability to read and comprehend a map.
Must be 18 years of age and provide a valid State of Michigan Chauffeurs License.
Must have access to reliable transportation.
Must complete a background check including drug screen.
Evening and/or weekend hours may be occasionally required.

Responsibilities

Drives a transportation vehicle over assigned routes in accordance with an established time schedule.
Transports participants including staff to various locations.
Supports staff in delivery of services to the community.
Performs daily safety pre-trip checks, tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water to ensure that everything is in working order.
Maintains the transportation vehicle in a clean and orderly condition and inspects and reports mechanical defects of malfunctions or maintenance issues to Facilities/Procurement Manager.
Reports maintenance problems or youth participant incidents to supervisor immediately.
Supports a safe work environment by performing duties in accordance with acceptable work procedures.
Maintains driver logs, trip sheets, and fuel logs.
Uses a personal computer to input information and maintain on various automated reporting systems as needed
Performs other related duties as assigned.