Recreation/Community Services Driver/Driver Trainee

ReadyOntario; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a passionate individual eager to make a positive impact in the community as a Recreation/Community Services Driver. This role involves safely transporting passengers, including those with disabilities, while embodying the values of public service excellence. Ideal candidates will possess strong problem-solving and navigational skills, along with experience operating passenger vans or buses. Join a dedicated team committed to enhancing community life through recreational services and programs. If you're ready to serve and make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• One year of experience operating a passenger van or bus.
• Valid Class B California driver’s license with passenger endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Transport passengers safely to various destinations.
• Perform vehicle inspections and basic maintenance.

Skills

Problem Solving

Navigational Skills

Customer Service

Bilingual (Spanish, Mandarin, Korean)

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Mapping Software

Computerized Navigation Systems

Job description

Recreation/Community Services Driver

Salary: $21.74 - $26.43 hourly
Salary: $4,127.07 - $5,018.00 monthly

Recreation/Community Services Driver Trainee
Salary: $19.79 - $24.05 hourly

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. This recruitment may close at any time without notice.

Are you interested in making a positive impact on your community? The City of Ontario's Recreation & Community Services Department has an exciting opportunity for a Recreation/Community Services Driver. Under general supervision, the Recreation/Community Services Driver performs work in the operation of a vehicle to ensure the safe transportation of passengers to and from various destinations.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about serving the community, has excellent problem solving and navigational skills and a keen sense of direction, including knowledge of mapping software. The successful incumbent will have experience in the operation of a passenger van or bus. Additionally, the successful candidate will embody the Department's mission and vision as well as the qualities of a "Five Tool Player" - Leader, Thinker, Communicator, Operator and Public Servant - and the values of the City's Approach to Public Service - Commitment to the Community, Excellence through Teamwork, and Doing the Right Thing the Right Way.

This recruitment will result in an eligibility list, which will be used to fill full-time and part-time vacancies within this classification. If part-time opportunities arise, part-time employees may be scheduled to work up to 29 hours per week and are not eligible to participate in the City's health insurance or retirement plans. The current vacancies are for one (1) full-time Recreation and Community Services Driver and four (4) part-time Recreation and Community Services Driver Trainees.

The Community Life and Culture Agency

The City of Ontario's Community Life & Culture Agency endeavors to meet the Ontario City Council goal to "encourage, provide or support enhanced recreational, educational, cultural and healthy city programs, policies and activities." Community Life & Culture does this through a comprehensive array of programs, activities, services and events available through the Recreation & Community Services, Library and Museum Departments as well as the Arts & Culture program.

The City of Ontario’s Recreation & Community Services Department provides opportunities for wholesome, year-round public recreational services for every age group. Through a comprehensive array of programs and events, the Department continually strives to meet the City Council’s goal to provide enhanced recreational, education, and cultural activities to the community.

Essential Functions:

• Operates passenger van/bus to transport passengers and/or those with disabilities to and from various destinations in a safe and timely manner.
• Receives daily driving assignments and schedules; makes modifications to routes as directed, based on customer cancellations, transfers, no shows or change of service needs.
• Assists passengers in the safe loading and unloading from the vehicle, including pushing and pulling wheelchairs, assisting with and securing packages, walkers, wheelchairs and other assistive devices and/or personal belongings.
• Operates wheelchair lift in a safe manner if vehicle is so equipped.
• Performs vehicle inspections prior to operation and basic safety and preventive maintenance functions to ensure the safe operating condition of assigned vehicle, and to ensure compliance with mandated guidelines.
• Maintains vehicle by cleaning and washing vehicle’s interior and exterior, and checking and maintaining fuel and other basic automotive fluid levels.
• Ensures vehicles are safely and securely stored.
• Reports vehicle defects or maintenance concerns to supervisor.
• Practices safe driving techniques; establishes and ensures a safe environment for passengers.
• Prepares, completes and submits daily reports, driver trip manifests, accident/citizen incident forms and other trip statistics such as mileage, fees collected, and number of daily passengers served.
• Operates a phone, computer or other electronic devices including applications and/or software to include computerized navigation systems.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements for Recreation/Community Services Driver:

Education: High school diploma or recognized equivalent.

Experience: One year of experience in the operation of a passenger van or bus.

Licenses:

• Valid Class B California driver’s license with passenger endorsement at time of application and maintained throughout employment.
• Acceptable driving record at time of appointment and maintained throughout employment.

Certificates:

• Ability to obtain American Red Cross Certification in CPR, AED and/or First Aid within six months of employment.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to work various schedules including day, evening, night, weekend and holiday shifts. May be required to return to work in an emergency situation.
• Incumbents in this classification are subject to Department of Transportation preemployment, random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Desirable:

• Bilingual in Spanish, Mandarin or Korean.
• Vehicle for Developmentally Disabled Persons (VDDP) Certificate.
• Previous experience working with older adults and/or those with special accommodations and disabilities.
• Customer service experience with substantial public contact and/or community relations work.

How to Apply:

Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement. If this is the first time applying for a position using governmentjobs.com you will be prompted to create a new user account, otherwise log in with your user name and password. Your application and responses to any supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for this position. It is suggested that your application include the following:

• List any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you qualify for the position.
• List all periods of employment for at least the past 10 years, beginning with your most recent or present employer (including, if applicable, all employment with the City of Ontario).
• Separately list each position held, including different positions with the same employer.

A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the proper completion of your application. Applications that are not properly completed may be rejected.

NOTE: Transcripts from colleges, universities or technical schools outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report will result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.

All appointments to this position are required to provide proof of completion of the listed education requirements. Acceptable forms of proof include Unofficial Transcripts, Official Transcripts, Photos and/or Photocopies of Institutional Degrees/Certifications. This must be provided by way of attachment to your online application or as an email attachment sent to the Hiring Agency Representative conducting the reference check. Failure to provide the required documentation at, or before, time of the reference check process will result in disqualification.

If you require clarification on this requirement, please call the City of Ontario Recruitment Team at [phone].

Supplemental Questions:

To complete your application for this position you will be prompted to respond to supplemental questions. This information will be used as part of the application screening and selection process and is designed to help you present your qualifications for this position. This may include a selection step in which your application and supplemental questions are reviewed and scored by a panel of raters familiar with this position.

Incomplete responses, false statements, omission, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Your responses should be consistent with the information provided on your application.

Email Notices:

Email is the primary way that the Human Resources or Hiring Department will communicate with you. Please check your email account (including the SPAM folder) on a regular basis for any emails related to the application or selection process. Emails from the city of Ontario will come from "@ontarioca.gov" or "governmentjobs.com." If you change your email address after submitting your application please visit governmentjobs.com and update your profile.

Frequently Asked Questions:

If you have any additional questions regarding the application process, please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions page.

Completed applications will be reviewed and only qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City will be invited to participate further in the selection process.