Bus Driver - PT

CHEER, Inc.; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular PTO

403(b) Retirement plan – no match

AFLAC insurance at cost

Job summary

CHEER, Inc. is seeking a part-time driver to safely transport Clients to and from Senior Centers and activities in Sussex County, DE. Three 7:00 AM–3:30 PM shifts per week, with day or evening travel as needed.

Responsibilities include assisting clients, maintaining logs, and supporting center activities. The role requires a Delaware CDL with passenger endorsement, Defensive Driving Certification, ability to lift 35 pounds, and DOT pre-employment screenings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid Delaware CDL with passenger endorsement in good standing.
• Defensive Driving Certification.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• DOT pre-employment physical, drug test, and optical exam.
• Knowledge of Sussex County geography; ability to read maps and follow directions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents; write simple correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Transport Clients to and from the Senior Center and destinations per established routes.
• Assist clients on and off the bus safely.
• Observe and follow all laws and agency policies; report accidents or incidents.
• Inspect and clean vehicle daily; report maintenance needs.
• Maintain daily mileage and ridership logs; complete required reports.
• Attend training and safety meetings.
• Assist with member services and center activities as needed.
• Recruit Clients to increase ridership and request transportation donations.

Skills

Defensive driving

Map reading

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Vehicle maintenance knowledge

Job description

The primary focus of this position is to safely transport Clients to and from the assigned Senior Center and various activities filling in for the regular driver. Also may act as an additional driver for special events. The position requires availability for a split shift and other shifts as needed which may include day or evening travel.

ESSENTIALDUTIES &RESPONSIBILITIES:

This listing is representative of the duties and responsibilities of the position, but is not to be construed as all inclusive:

• Transport Clients by picking them up at their homes and returning them there, following an established route. Transport seniors to the Senior Centers and other destinations as determined by the Center Director. Assist the seniors safely on and off the bus as needed and with any packages.Some positions will have the option of delivering homebound meals between the morning and afternoon runs allowing for a full day of work while keeping part-time status.
• Responsible for observing and following all applicable laws including posted speed limits, safe following distances, and defensive driving techniques as well as Agency policies. Responsibility for immediately reporting any accidents or incidents.
• Responsible for inspecting and cleaning the inside and outside of the vehicle daily, completing minor repairs and regular maintenance. Report any problems or unsafe conditions to the Transportation Program Director.
• Responsible for maintaining a daily log including mileage, maintenance, and ridership. Complete all other reports as required by the Program Director on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, or annual basis.
• Attend all training and safety meetings.
• Assist Center Directors with member services as needed; for example calling Bingo, delivering Meals on Wheels, and assisting with center activities.
• Responsible for recruiting Clients to increase ridership. Responsible for requesting transportation donations from clients.
• Contribute to team effort by performing other related duties as assigned or required.

CONTACTS: Primary contacts include:

• Clients who ride the bus
• Congregate members
• Center Program Directors

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum requirements for this position are:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must possess a valid state of Delaware CDL (Commercial Drivers License) with passenger endorsement in good standing.
• Must maintain Defensive Driving Certification.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Must possess or complete a DOT pre-employment physical, drug test, and optical examination. The position is subject to annual DOT physical exam and random drug/alcohol testing.
• Must possess knowledge of the geographical area in Sussex County. Ability to read and follow maps and/or verbal and written directions.
• Knowledge of required routine vehicle maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one or small group situations to Clients and other Agency employees.

REPORTING:

This position reports to the Transportation Program Director

PRIMARY WORKLOCATION:

Various locations in Sussex County, DE

WORK HOURS:

Three days per week from 7 AM to 3:30 PM.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:

Part-Time, Non-Exempt

BENEFIT ELIGIBILITY:

• Regular part-time eligibility includes paid time off (PTO) based on hours worked and years of service.
• 403(b) Retirement plan – no match.
• Optional AFLAC insurance , legal shield insurance at cost.