Driver

City of Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Driver to provide essential door-to-door transportation services for older adults in Boston. This role involves ensuring safe and courteous transit while adhering to traffic laws and scheduled routes. Ideal candidates will possess a strong work ethic, excellent interpersonal skills, and a commitment to serving diverse communities. Join a team that values punctuality and adaptability, as you support the mobility of Boston's older residents. If you have a passion for helping others and a clean driving record, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of driving experience serving the public, especially those with limited mobility.
• Knowledge of Boston roads, traffic laws, and defensive driving techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide door-to-door transportation service to Boston’s older adults.
• Utilize navigation technology to follow the most optimal route.
• Carry out daily maintenance checks and report irregularities.

Skills

Driving Experience

Customer Service

First Aid & CPR

GPS Navigation

Problem Solving

Ability to Lift 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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Overview

The Age Strong Shuttle Driver provides door-to-door transportation service to Boston’s older adults. The Driver is responsible for providing prompt, courteous and safe transit to passengers while following traffic laws, and pre-scheduled routes.

Overview

The Age Strong Shuttle Driver provides door-to-door transportation service to Boston’s older adults. The Driver is responsible for providing prompt, courteous and safe transit to passengers while following traffic laws, and pre-scheduled routes.

Responsibilities

• Provide door-to-door transportation service to Boston’s older adults.
• Utilize navigation technology to follow the most optimal route.
• Follow directions and adjust to day-of schedule changes; maintain an organized travel schedule.
• Carry out daily maintenance checks and report irregularities.
• Record and report accurate daily counts of mileage and other data.
• Ensure the assigned vehicle is sufficiently fueled and always ready for use.
• Assist clients with mobility limitations or challenges, assist with wheelchair securement, loading and unloading bags, etc.
• Keep vehicle clean and free of debris. Take vehicle for routine maintenance wash. Report when vehicle is in need of detailing service to maintain interior and exterior cleanliness.
• Flexible schedule as some nights and weekends are required.
• Assist with Commission events as needed.
• Comply with the City of Boston policies and procedures protecting client information and the confidentiality of the information.
• Perform related work as required.
  
  

Minimum Entrance Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of proven driving experience serving the public, including those with limited mobility.
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Strong work ethic. Punctual with a strong attendance history.
• Knowledge of first aid & CPR preferred.
• Knowledge of Boston roads, traffic laws and regulations, and attentive use of defensive driving techniques.
• Ability to operate wheelchair lifts.
• Familiarity with the use of GPS devices.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to operate a variety of vehicle types.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful driving situations.
• Experience and comfortability working with diverse communities, delivering services to a multiracial, multigenerational, multicultural, and multilingual population.
• Professional, adaptable, and friendly attitude.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving ability.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.
• Experience in typical office software systems (Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent) preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• A valid Mass driver’s license is required.
• Excellent driving record (applicant must provide an official driving record from the Registry of Motor Vehicles).
• Physical examination is required, including a pre-employment drug test.
  
  

Subject to CORI check.

Boston Residency Required

Terms:

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: AFSCME/RA-11

Hours per week: 35

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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