Driver (53902)

Humboldt Senior Resource Center; Arcata (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Humboldt Senior Resource Center in Arcata, CA is seeking a full-time Driver to transport program participants safely to and from homes and appointments. The role runs Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:30 pm and requires clean driving history.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of transportation experience, preferably with frail or elderly individuals. California DL with Passenger Endorsement is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of experience in transportation required.
• One year of experience with frail or elderly population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate agency transportation vehicles, including wheelchair-accessible vehicles.
• Assist participants in getting in/out of vehicles and seating areas.
• Ensure safety by following pre-trip checklists and reporting issues to the Transportation Manager.

Skills

Transportation experience

Safe driving

Wheelchair assistance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Routing software

Smartphones/tablets usage

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Redwood Coast PACE Arcata - Arcata , CA 95521, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $23.00 - $23.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Humboldt Senior Resource Center is hiring a full-time driver for our Arcata region. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5:30 pm.

JOB SUMMARY

Driver is responsible for the safe transport of program participants to and from their homes and appointments utilizing agency busses or vans.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates the agency’s transportation vehicles, including specially equipped wheelchair accessible vehicles, to transport participants to/from their homes, agency programs, and appointments.
• Picks up participants at home and assists them in/out of vehicle safely. Assists participants in/out of wheelchairs, up/downstairs, to/from sitting positions, and on/off wheelchair lift. Helps transfer participants to/from wheelchairs into vehicle seats as necessary.
• Lifts empty wheelchairs, pushes occupied wheelchairs to/from vans and up/down ramps. Secures wheelchairs safely and stores all ambulatory devices securely in the vehicle.
• Reports any special situations in the participant’s home, or during routes, to the Transportation Manager and other appropriate team members as soon as possible.
• Performs other transportation delivery and pick-ups as requested by the Transportation Manager.
• Cleans and disinfects vehicles daily. Washes vehicles as needed.
• Utilizes a pre-trip checklist to ensure vehicles operate safely and effectively.
• Troubleshoots, identifies, and repairs minor vehicle issues. Reports vehicle issues to the Transportation Manager.
• Utilizes routing software to access driving directions, general transportation information, and to maintain logs of all route trips made.
• Submits daily route report to the Transportation Manager. Completes accurate pre- and post-trip documentation daily.
• Promptly reports all accidents, incidents, and/or injuries to the Transportation Manager and completes required reporting.
• Attends Transportation team meetings and in-service trainings and implements safety and agency policies into practice.
• Performs all tasks according to safety protocols and immediately notifies management of any unsafe working conditions.
• Participates in the process of teaching, training, and mentoring student interns and volunteers working within the program.
• Acts in a manner consistent with agency values.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION &/or EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED Equivalent required.
• One (1) year of experience working in a transportation discipline required.
• One (1) year of experience working with a frail or elderly population preferred.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES

Must have one of the following:

• Current California Commercial Class C Driver’s License with Passenger Endorsement orClass B Driver’s License with Passenger Endorsement orCurrent California Commercial Class C Driver’s License and obtain your Passenger (P) endorsement within six (6) months of hire.
• Accident-free driving record with no moving violations within the last three (3) years.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification within six (6) months of hire.

PRE-SCREENING REQUIREMENTS

• Requires clearance of a DOJ and FBI criminal history background check.
• Pre-employment physical, and PPD skin test (TB screening).
• COVID-19 and Influenza (flu) vaccines preferred.
• Motor Vehicle Report clearance required.

JOB SKILLS

• Ability to function effectively within a multi-service, community-based nonprofit agency.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams made up of various occupations.
• Ability to coordinate among multiple department programs and services and maintain strong, effective interpersonal work relationships. Ability to be respectful and helpful to others and to work cooperatively.
• Ability and interest to work with and provide personal care and assistance to frail, elderly, and disabled adults to enhance and encourage their independence.
• Ability to operate vehicles safely, with patience and skill, and drive defensively.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Outlook. Ability to utilize smart phones and tablets to access and utilize transportation software.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and to act with tact, integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to learn quickly and remain flexible while working in a constantly changing environment. Ability to be resourceful and solve problems.
• Ability to be service-oriented. Possess an alertness for opportunities to assist others.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgement in response to emergencies and unusual occurrences.
• Ability to self-direct, take initiative, work independently, and self-monitor with limited direction.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines and timeline requirements without reminders. Ability to plan and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair minor vehicle issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others in verbal and written form.
• Ability to understand and incorporate detailed requirements and implement them into action.
• Ability to interpret and comply with various requirements, regulations, and contracts. Possess sound judgement to interpret and apply agency policies and procedures.
• Ability to represent the agency professionally and effectively in meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to be dependable, accept supervision, follow direction, and improve performance through feedback.
• Possess basic recordkeeping skills and ability to maintain accurate files and records.
• Ability to maintain excellent attendance and punctuality records.
• Basic knowledge of computers and web-based applications such as timekeeping, training, and email programs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Physical abilities sufficient to operate a motor vehicle for extended periods of time, enter/exit a motor vehicle repeatedly throughout the workday, assist elderly/frail/disabled participants with boarding/exiting transportation vehicles, move between different work areas, communicate with co-workers and the public, talk on the telephone, and travel to other agency worksites.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed. They are not to be considered an exhaustive list of all job tasks performed. The agency reserves the right to change job descriptions, work hours or work sites as required by the program.

The Humboldt Senior Resource Center is a private, non-profit, multi-purpose senior center providing a continuum of social and health related services. The agency currently holds contracts with the California Department of Aging and Area 1 Agency on Aging.

The Humboldt Senior Resource Center is an equal opportunity employer. We will not unlawfully discriminate against qualified applicants or employees with respect to any terms or conditions of employment based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, breastfeeding, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other basis protected by applicable Federal or State law.