COAHS Part-Time Driver

Town of Carlisle; Indiana; On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Flexible part-time scheduling

Job summary

The Town of Carlisle invites applications for a COAHS Part-Time Driver to support seniors and individuals with disabilities through local trips and outings. This role emphasizes safe transport, courteous assistance, and reliable service within a close-knit transportation team.

The position offers flexible part-time hours, competitive hourly pay, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in daily community life. Prior driving experience with older adults is valued.

Qualifications

• Valid Massachusetts driver’s license with clean driving record.
• CORI background check completed.
• Comfort with phones, computers and email.
• Ability to interact positively and patiently with riders and colleagues.
• Willingness to participate in safety training and pass random drug tests.

Responsibilities

• Safely transporting passengers on local trips and day outings.
• Assisting riders in and out of vehicles with care.
• Operating wheelchair lifts and ramps as needed.
• Maintaining a clean, safe vehicle environment.
• Collaborating with a supportive transportation team.

Skills

Safe driving

Passenger assistance

Communication

Job description

COAHS Part-Time Driver

Looking for a rewarding part-time job where you can truly make a difference? The Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services (COAHS) is seeking a friendly, dependable driver to join our transportation team one to two days per week, with additional fill-in opportunities available.

As a COAHS driver, you’ll do more than drive — you’ll help older adults and individuals with disabilities stay connected to their community, appointments, shopping, and special outings. Enjoy competitive hourly pay, flexible part-time scheduling, and the satisfaction of knowing your work has a real impact every day.

Responsibilities

• Safely transporting passengers on local trips and exciting day outings to destinations such as Waltham and Boston
• Assisting riders in and out of vehicles with care and professionalism
• Operating wheelchair lifts and ramps as needed
• Helping maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming vehicle environment
• Collaborating with a supportive and dedicated transportation team

Requirements: Valid Massachusetts driver’s license with clean driving and CORI records; familiarity with local and surrounding communities; familiarity with and access to phone, computer, and email; ability to interact in a positive, respectful, and patient manner with transportation clients and colleagues; ongoing participation in safety or other training as required; subject to random drug and alcohol testing as required. Drug screening includes marijuana/THC. Large vehicle driving experience a plus.

Salary Starting non-union pay will be Grade 2, Step 1 at $22.62/hour).

The Town of Carlisle is proud to be an AA/Equal Opportunity Employer.

For a complete job description, visit https://www.carlislema.gov/DocumentCenter/View/6949/COAHS-Van-Driver-Announcement-and-JD

Category: Employment Opportunities; Status: Open; Posted: February 18, 2025 8:00 AM; Closing: Open Until Filled.