On-Call Driver

Rescue Mission; Tustin, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Rescue Mission in California seeks an on-call driver for its Class B bus and vans. You will transport students and children safely to and from requested destinations while ensuring passenger and vehicle safety at all times.

Responsibilities include assisting passengers, securing wheelchairs, communicating with staff, and performing routine vehicle checks. A Class B license and 2-3 years of related experience are required.

Qualifications

• GED / High School Certification Equivalent is required.
• 2-3 years of job-related work experience.
• Class B License required.
• Experience driving a company vehicle is required.

Responsibilities

• Transport students and children safely to designated destinations on-call.
• Assist all passengers in and out of the vehicle, including disabled persons and children.
• Secure wheelchairs and strollers to restraints to stabilize devices during transport.
• Operate radio or other device to communicate with staff and other drivers about service disruptions.
• Perform fuel, lubrication, and safety checks on the vehicle.
• Report safety, maintenance, or hazard issues to supervisor immediately.
• Instruct passengers on seating and restraints and correct unsafe actions.
• Act as liaison between volunteers, DRR students, and the Success Center Manager.
• Able to operate a Class B vehicle with safety, certification, and proficiency.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Effective communication

Math skills

Reasoning

Education

GED / High School Certification Equivalent

Job description

Main Job Function and Purpose:

On-call driver for our Class B bus and van. Transport students and their children safely to and from requested destinations. Ensure safety of passengers and vehicle at all times.

Essential Job Duties

• Transport people or items to assigned location as pre-designated on-call.

1. Assists all passengers in and out of vehicle. This includes disabled persons and children.
2. Secures passenger's wheelchairs and strollers to restraining devices to stabilize devices during transport.
3. Operates radio or similar device to communicate with staff, supervisor or other vehicle drivers to report disruption of service.

5. Checks and services vehicle with fuel, lubricants, and accessories.

6. Maintains proper safety of vehicle, including regular safety checks.

7. Immediately report to supervisor any vehicle safety, maintenance and hazard issues.

8. 2% - Instructs passengers on properly on proper seating and restraints and corrects any actions of passengers that are unsafe (i.e. standing in vehicle, placing arms and hands outside vehicle, unsecured passengers, distracting the driver, etc . . .)Act as a liaison between volunteer tutors, DRR students, and OCRM Success Center Manager.

9. Able to operate a Class B vehicle with safety, certification, and proficiency.

These duties are not exclusive and with consideration of the job requirements, employee skills, and the needs of the organization, this job description can be added to or taken away from at management’s discretion.

Key Performance Indicators

Arrive on-time and help others when needed. Provide a defensive-style of driving (safety first). Arrive early at destination and avoid rushing. Treat company’s vehicles just like yours (don’t abuse or drive hard). Computer literate. Clean driving record. Ability to drive large vehicles, Class B license.

Requirements

Job Requirements

• Education: GED / High School Certification Equivalent
• Experience: 2-3 yrs of job related work experience.
• Driving Requirements: Required to drive a Company vehicle on behalf of Company.
• Job Related Certifications / Licensing: Class B License

Job Skills/Qualifications

• Experience: 2-3 yrs of job-related work experience.
• Communication Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups.
• Math Skills: Minimum Skills: Ability to add and subtract and to multiply and divide.
• Reasoning: Basic Skills: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables and standardized situations.

Job Related Certifications / Licensing / Professional Registry or Memberships Requirements

(List below any required licensing/certifications to perform any essential job duties).

Driving Requirements

Position drives Company Vehicle full time.