Evening Emergency Shelter Shuttle Driver – Safe Transport

Mercy House; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy House in Ventura, CA is seeking a Shuttle Driver to transport guests to and from the Emergency Shelter Program. You will safely drive program vehicles, perform safety checks, plan routes, and assist with shelter logistics.

This role requires a CA Class C license, a clean driving record, and comfort driving large vehicles. Bilingual Spanish is a plus; the team values dependability, teamwork, and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Valid CA Class C driver's license required.
• Clean driving record and ability to drive large vehicles.
• Detail-oriented with computer proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Spanish language skills are valued.
• Ability to plan routes and generate reports.

Responsibilities

• Drive program vehicles to predetermined locations safely.
• Check safety restraints and ensure proper use.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness.
• Use hydraulic wheelchair lifts safely.
• Plan daily routes based on drop-off locations.
• Generate daily/weekly route and maintenance reports.
• Meet transportation goals in a dynamic environment.
• Collaborate with a partner for maintenance issues.
• Assist shelter activities to ensure service delivery (meals, laundry, trash, cleanliness).

Skills

Driving safety

Communication

Crisis intervention

Education

CA Class C Driver's License

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Mercy House in Ventura, CA is seeking a Shuttle Driver to transport guests to and from the Emergency Shelter Program. You will safely drive program vehicles, perform safety checks, plan routes, and assist with shelter logistics.

This role requires a CA Class C license, a clean driving record, and comfort driving large vehicles. Bilingual Spanish is a plus; the team values dependability, teamwork, and clear communication.