Van Driver (Chesterfield Employment Services)

Chesterfield County • Chesterfield, VA

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Chesterfield Employment Services (CES), a division of Mental Health Support Services (MHSS), is seeking a Van Driver to provide transportation services to and from work for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities who are being supported with employment services. CES has a long history of providing these services in the community.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Virginia driver's license with real ID and star preferred.
• Current valid driver's license and good driving record required.
• Records must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months.
• Out-of-state driving records must be obtained by the applicant and presented at time of interview. Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of interview date.
• Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check, and education/degree verification required.
• Possess a valid Virginia driver's license.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office preferred.
• Ability to operate a wheelchair lift preferred.
• Ability to operate a multi-passenger and paratransit vehicles.
• Ability to operate a passenger-carrying van in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to interact with passengers in a courteous and helpful manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to interact with a variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds and of varying ages.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices and techniques.
• Knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience driving a multi-passenger vehicle preferred.
• Two years of experience driving a multi-passenger vehicle preferred.
• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Experience using a wheelchair lift preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transports individuals with developmental disabilities to and from work sites.
• Assists non-ambulatory passengers in loading and unloading utilizing a wheelchair lift.
• Follows regularly assigned routes and schedules; immediately reports delays to dispatch.
• Maintains order while transporting passengers; monitors interactions; intervenes as necessary.
• Performs pre-trip vehicle inspections (i.e. fluid levels, tire wear and pressure, lights).
• Inspects general vehicle maintenance; reports and/or coordinates maintenance needs.
• Follows emergency procedures in the event of accident or breakdown.
• Maintains mileage, trip logs and other related records.
• Performs other work as required.

Benefits

• Career Development Plan (CDP) with career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.

What This Job Offers

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