Driver ($21.00) (5614)

The Arc Prince George's County; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

403(b) retirement plan with employer‑m

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Paid training

Life insurance

Job summary

The Arc Prince George's County is seeking a part-time Driver to transport program participants to day programs and work sites under the Transportation Director's supervision. Shifts run Mon-Fri with early morning and late afternoon hours (6:30am–9:30am and 2:30pm–5:30pm).

Responsibilities include safe operation of the vehicle, ensuring passengers and equipment are secure, keeping the vehicle clean, and reporting any issues to the supervisor.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with at least two years driving experience and a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicle safely and secure passengers and equipment at all times.
• Ensure someone is home to receive passengers before release.
• Obey traffic safety rules at all times.
• Lock doors and raise windows after shifts.
• Keep vehicle clean and report issues to supervisor.
• Shuttle vehicle to repairs as needed.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Safe driving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the Organization: The Arc Prince George’s County serves more than 600 individuals with disabilities through a variety of programs, services and supports. Our primary areas of support are community living, family and personal supports, employment services, and day programs - all with an emphasis on person-centered community involvement and inclusion. To learn more about us, please visit www.thearcofpgc.org.

Description: About the Organization: The Arc Prince George’s County serves more than 600 individuals with disabilities through a variety of programs, services and supports. Our primary areas of support are community living, family and personal supports, employment services, and day programs - all with an emphasis on person-centered community involvement and inclusion. To learn more about us, please visit www.thearcofpgc.org. Position Summary: The Arc is seeking a part-time Driver to work under the guidance of the supervision of the Transportation Director. The Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient transport of program participants to and from community and center-based work sites and completion of assigned errands. The Driver is assigned the responsibility and care, custody, and control of passengers and vehicle during transports. Working Days & Hours:

• Scheduled Work Days: Monday - Friday
• Work Hours: (6:30am – 9:30am) (2:30pm- 5:30pm)
• Location: Day and Transportation

What You'll Be Doing Day-to-Day:

• Will operate vehicle in a safe manner by securing loose equipment and passengers at all times, insure that emergency exits are not blocked and operational, and insure emergency equipment and supplies are functional and on-board vehicle at all times.
• Prior to releasing a passenger, ensure that someone is home to accept them. Always make sure you see a staff person or family member.
• Always obey all traffic safety rules.
• After completion of your evening shift, it is the driver’s responsibility to ensure all doors are locked & windows are up
• Ensure that the vehicle is clean at the end of each shift. All trash removed, and swept out thoroughly. The gas tank should always have at least ½ tank of gas left in it at all times.
• Will perform and complete daily walk around sheet in a clear and legible manner and turn into supervisor daily.
• Staff is responsible for shuttling their assigned vehicle to and from the repair shops.

Qualifications:

• A high School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have valid driver’s license with at least two years driving experience, demonstrated clean, safe driving record.

Total Rewards: The Arc offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, to include medical, dental and vision plans. A 403(b) retirement plan w/ employer match, tuition reimbursement, benevolence program, paid holidays, generous paid time-off, paid training, company paid life insurance, and much more!