Driver - Part-Time without Benefits - Meals on Wheels

careers-slco; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Salt Lake County Aging Services in Salt Lake City is seeking a part-time transportation driver to deliver people and goods for nutrition, transportation, and senior center programs. You will manage daily manifests, operate ADA‑compliant vehicles, and ensure passenger safety.

The role requires handling sensitive information, passing a drug test, and completing required background checks. A valid Utah driver’s license is mandatory, with license upgrade within six months if needed.

Qualifications

• Must pass required driver's training within two weeks of hire.
• Background check via fingerprinting and enrollment in the RAP Back program.
• A valid Driver’s License accepted by Utah is required at hire; must obtain Utah license within six months to operate County vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Provides transportation services for customers and goods to and from destinations with sedans, vans, and trucks assigned by program daily manifest.
• Reviews manifests and makes changes to directions.
• Transports customers to and from destinations; ensures seat belts are used; assists ADA mobility passengers on/off vehicles.
• Reports changes in customer eligibility or health to staff.
• Reports to 911, Adult Protective Services or law enforcement for dangerous or unsafe observations.
• Inspects vehicle, checks lights, tires, horn, emergency equipment; reports damage; fuels and cleans the vehicle.
• Uses technology to access daily schedules and program information.
• Informs customers of Aging Services opportunities and services.
• May transport clients who utilize wheelchairs using ADA‑compliant vehicles.

Skills

Driving experience

Customer service

Safety awareness

Valid driver’s license

Communication

Job description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Provides division-wide delivery service of people and goods for the nutrition, transportation and senior center programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must pass required driver's training within two weeks of hire.

Preference will be given to candidates with prior work-related driving experience.

Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required background check through fingerprinting and enrollment in the continuous RAP Back (Record of Arrest and Prosecution Back) program in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.A valid Driver’s License accepted by the State of Utah is required at the time of hire. A valid Driver’s License issued by the State of Utah must be obtained within six (6) months of hire, in order to operate a County vehicle.

Must receive a verified negative test result on a mandatory drug test before starting this position. Will be subject to random alcohol and drug testing. May be subject to post-accident and reasonable suspicion alcohol and drug testing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides transportation services for customers and goods to and from destinations with sedans, vans, and trucks assigned by program daily manifest.
• Reviews manifests and makes changes to directions.
• Transporting customers to and from destinations; assures the use by all passengers of seat belts; and escorts customers with special mobility needs on and off ADA-compliant vehicles.
• Reports observed changes in customer eligibility or physical and mental health to an appropriate staff member.
• Reports immediately to appropriate organizations, such as 911, Adult Protective Services, or law enforcement, of dangerous or unsafe observations.
• Inspects vehicle, checking lights, tires, horn, emergency equipment, and exterior for damage. Reports equipment damage or failure. Fuels and cleans the vehicle.
• Uses technology and software programs to obtain information regarding daily schedules and program clients.
• Informs customers of other Aging Services opportunities and services.
• May transport clients who utilize wheelchairs using ADA-compliant vehicles.

TEMPORARY POSITIONS:

An "At Will", FLSA non-exempt employee who is not eligible for County benefits and who must work an average of 29 hours or less per week or an average of 129 hours or less per month.

• Must work an average of 29 hours or less per week or an average of 129 hours or less per month.
• Are not eligible for County benefits except as otherwise provided for by policy.
• Are not considered merit employees.
• Are "at will" employees who may be terminated for any reason, without notice, and without a pre-termination hearing.

Additional Information

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Working with the aging population, lifting food containers in and out of the truck, and regularly lifting wheelchairs & other mobility devices in and out of the vehicle. Walking on a variety of terrains while carrying items or assisting clients. Standing, walking, bending, sitting, stretching, regularly lifting 25-50 lbs., pushing wheelchairs/clients up to 300 pounds. Exposure to all types of weather. May drive for a Senior Center, Meals on Wheels, and/or Rides for Wellness.