Commercial Driver

ICES: Data, Discovery, Better Health; Red Bluff (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

North Valley Services is seeking a dedicated transportation assistant to provide safe client transport to and from programs, manage vehicle check-ins, and assist with wheelchair transfers. The role collaborates with staff and requires adherence to CHP/DOT guidelines.

The position demands a valid CA CDL with passenger endorsement, a clean driving history, and the ability to pass DOJ background checks along with CPR/First Aid certification. Flexibility for evenings and weekends may be needed.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• Current California driver’s license, with an acceptable DMV printout and insurability, minimum of a 3-year driving history.
• Be at least 21 years of age to meet insurance standards.
• Currently possess a California commercial driver’s license with a passenger endorsement.
• Currently possess or have the ability to obtain a Vehicle Developmental Disabled Passenger (VDDP) certificate.
• Ability to pass a DOJ criminal background check.
• Ability to pass CPR and First Aid course.

Responsibilities

• Follows all procedures, policies, and guidelines of North Valley Services.
• Provides safe transportation to individuals to and from NVS programs, sites and/or activities.
• Collaborates and works efficiently with others.
• Ensures that assigned vehicles are in proper working order by completing daily inspection sheets and reporting any deficiencies.
• Completes basic maintenance duties when required.
• Abides by CHP and DOT compliance guidelines.
• Assists individuals on and off the vehicle as needed.
• Assists with transportation of clients, including wheelchair assistance and securing wheelchairs on buses.
• Assists filling in at other programs and/or departments as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned including, filling in at other sites or departments as needed.

Skills

CDL with passenger endorsement

CA Driver's License

CPR/First Aid

Background check required

Vehicle inspection

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

• Provides safe transportation services to clients of North Valley Services.

PRIMARY SCHEDULE:

• Monday – Friday split shift (6:00am – 10:00am, and 1:30pm -5:30pm). Days and hours may vary and include evenings, Holidays, and weekends as needed.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

• Works under the supervision of the Transportation Services Program Manager.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

• Is responsible to supervise individuals with developmental disabilities while using NVS transportation services.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school education or equivalent.
• Current California driver’s license, with an acceptable DMV printout and insurability, minimum of a 3-year driving history.
• Be at least 21 years of age to meet insurance standards.
• Currently possess a California commercial driver’s license with a passenger endorsement.
• Currently possess or have the ability to obtain a Vehicle Developmental Disabled Passenger (VDDP) certificate.
• Ability to pass a DOJ criminal background check.
• Ability to pass CPR and First Aid course.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follows all procedures, policies, and guidelines of North Valley Services.
• Provides safe transportation to individuals to and from NVS programs, sites and/or activities.
• Collaborates and works efficiently with others.
• Ensures that assigned vehicles are in proper working order by completing daily inspection sheets and reporting any deficiencies.
• Completes basic maintenance duties when required.
• Abides by CHP and DOT compliance guidelines.
• Assists individuals on and off the vehicle as needed.
• Assists with transportation of clients, including wheelchair assistance and securing wheelchairs on buses.
• Assists filling in at other programs and/or departments as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned including, filling in at other sites or departments as needed.

PHYSICAL DUTIES:

• Ability to perform duties including bending, pushing, lifting, stooping and climbing.
• May have prolonged sitting.
• May have prolonged driving.
• Ability to reach overhead.
• May lift up to 30 pounds and assist in lifting clients.

STANDARDS FOR MEASURING PERFORMANCE:

• Effectiveness in performing the duties and responsibilities as described above.
• Ability to function as a part of the team.
• Ability to present and maintain a positive and professional image.
• Ability to effectively implement individual client plans.