Class C Van Driver/Instructor

Pace Solano; Parkway (MO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Pace Solano is seeking a Driver/Transportation Aide to provide safe curb-to-curb transport for individuals with developmental disabilities in a positive environment.

Under supervision, you will conduct daily vehicle safety checks, complete required forms, and assist participants with daily living activities. You will engage in mandatory trainings and maintain professional communication with staff and partners.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must possess a valid CA Class C driver’s license and an acceptable DMV printout.
• Must pass pre-placement physical which includes TB test or chest x-ray, breath alcohol test (BAT), drug screen, and pre-work screen (back evaluation which includes the ability to lift/transfer/push/pull/bend/turn/pivot up to 38 lbs. occasionally and the ability to sustain a forward bend occasionally)
• DOJ/FBI fingerprint clearance
• Must pass pre-employment test which includes grammar, spelling, and math (70% or better overall)

Responsibilities

• Provide curb-to-curb transportation following established routes and procedures; report issues or incidents to supervisor.
• Perform daily safety checks on vehicle and wheelchair lift; inform supervisor of any mechanical or safety concerns; maintain cleanliness and readiness of the van.
• Complete documentation such as attendance sheets, Time & Mileage Sheets, and fuel receipts; submit to designated staff daily.
• Assist participants with daily living activities, including documentation of behavior calendars and related records.
• Attend mandatory trainings, staff/driver meetings, and trainings; participate in after-hours sessions if required.
• Maintain professional communication with participants, home-providers, staff, and external agencies; relay information to site management.
• Report all suspected abuse per Mandated Reporter regulations and procedures.
• Follow agency policies and safety procedures consistently.

Tools

Wheelchair lift operation

Vehicle safety checks

Documentation handling

Job description

Description

Under direct supervision of the Program Director/Manager/Coordinator/Site Support Lead. Provide safe and courteous curb to curb transportation for individuals that attend Pace. Provide respect, supervision, support and assistance with daily living needs including personal care, learning and employment opportunities for people with developmental disabilities in a positive environment.

Responsibilities:

• Provide curb-to-curb transportation in accordance with established routes and procedures. Report any issues and/or unusual incidents that occur on the van to your supervisor.
• Conduct daily safety check on vehicle and wheelchair lift using appropriate forms. Inform Transportation Manager and supervisor immediately of any mechanical or safety concerns. Maintain cleanliness of interior and exterior of van, phones are charged and van fueled.
• Complete documentation, e.g., attendance sheets, Condition of Van form, Time & Mileage Sheets, Fuel receipts and turn in to designated staff at the end of each day.
• Ability to lift/transfer/push/pull/bend/turn/pivot up to 38 lbs. occasionally when loading, unloading, securing and adjusting tie-down straps for participants who use wheelchairs.
• Ability to sustain a forward bend occasionally when assisting participants with seatbelts. Ability to reach forward occasionally while assisting participants on and off the van and during program activities.
• Assist with classroom and community activities daily, including documentation of behavior calendars, data sheets TA’s, VTS, Dailies, etc. of your assigned group.
• Attend Mandatory Trainings, Staff/Driver meetings and Staff/Driver Trainings that may occur after your typical scheduled work hours.
• Maintain positive communication with individuals who attend program, home-providers, supervisors, co-workers, referral agencies and community at large. Disseminate appropriate information to site management.
• Report all suspected abuse in accordance with Mandated Reporter regulations and procedures.
• Display professional and respectful attitude toward participants, co-worker, supervisors and assignments.
• Follow agency policies and safety procedures on an ongoing basis.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Salary: $21.00 an hour, 8 hours per day, 5 days per week (Monday-Friday)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Pace Solano is committed to providing a work environment that is free of discrimination, harassment and retaliation. Pace Solano is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race (including traits associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles such as locks, braids, or twists), religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws, regulations, or ordinances.

Requirements

The candidate must meet the following criteria to be considered for employment in this position:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must possess a valid CA Class C driver’s license and an acceptable DMV printout
• Must pass pre-placement physical which includes T.B. test or chest x-ray, breath alcohol test (BAT), drug screen, and pre-work screen (back evaluation which includes the ability to lift/transfer/push/pull/bend/turn/pivot up to 38 lbs. occasionally and the ability to sustain a forward bend occasionally)
• DOJ/FBI fingerprint clearance
• Must pass pre-employment test which includes grammar, spelling, and math (70% or better overall)