Route Driver

Vodec; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Paid time off including vacation, sick

Holiday pay

On-the-job paid training

$1000 sign-on bonus

Job summary

VODEC is seeking a Route Driver in Omaha, NE to transport individuals with disabilities using wheelchair accessible vehicles. You will pick up and drop off consumers, assist with boarding and exiting, and ensure safe, timely transportation on assigned routes.

No prior experience required—on-the-job training provided. The part-time role offers a $1,000 bonus after six months of continued employment, with benefits including retirement plan and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Satisfactory driving record (no more than three moving violations in the most recent 36-month period).
• Valid driver’s license appropriate for vehicle type being required to operate.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Drive vehicle to transport consumers over specified routes.
• Follow the local (and/or rural route) of transportation as assigned by your supervisor.
• Complete transportation schedules within appropriate time frames.
• Perform simple vehicle emergency functions (change tires, seek help and assistance).
• Report delays or accidents according to the organization’s policies.
• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
• Assist passengers on and off the vehicle.
• Inspect vehicle and maintains adequate fluid levels.

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

As a Route Driver, you will help transport individuals with disabilities using organization vehicles (wheelchair accessible passenger van and/or mini bus). Transportation includes picking up and dropping off consumers from their homes and the Vodec Center. Additionally, staff will assist consumers with boarding and exiting the vehicle.

\"By helping others reach their potential, you reach yours.\"

• No experience required - on the job training!


• Wage: $17.50 per hour


• Part-time: Monday-Friday (10 hours per week)


• Shifts: PM shift 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm


• Location: Omaha, NE


• Bonus: $1,000 (paid in one increment after six months of continued employment)

Responsibilities and Duties

• Drive vehicle to transport consumers over specified routes


• Follow the local (and/or rural route) of transportation as assigned by your supervisor


• Complete transportation schedules within appropriate time frames


• Perform simple vehicle emergency functions (change tires, seek help and assistance)


• Report delays or accidents according to the organization’s policies


• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort


• Assist passengers on and off the vehicle


• Inspect vehicle and maintains adequate fluid levels

Qualifications Include

• Must be at least 19 years of age


• Satisfactory driving record (no more than three moving violations in the most recent 36-month period)


• Valid driver’s license appropriate for vehicle type being required to operate


• Must be able to pass a background check

Benefit package for all Part-time employees:

• Retirement plan


• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, bereavement leave and holiday pay


• On-the-job paid training

About Vodec

VODEC is a private, non-profit founded in 1968. VODEC was started when a group of parents, teachers, and elected officials banded together to create a community-based employment program for their loved ones with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Since that day, more families have joined VODEC helping us to create many programs and services.

Today VODEC provides day programs, employment programs, and residential programs in Nebraska and Iowa that are designed to meet the needs of the individuals and help communities reach their full potential!

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