Shuttle Driver

Mercy House; Buena Park (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy House in Buena Park, CA seeks a full-time Shuttle Driver to transport guests to and from the Emergency Shelter Program. The role requires safe driving, route planning, safety checks, and shelter logistics support outside driving time.

Responsibilities include maintaining vehicle cleanliness, assisting with wheelchair lifts, reporting, and supporting meals and cleaning tasks as needed. Fluency in Spanish is a plus; E-Verify participation is required.

Qualifications

• Must possess a clean driving record with no limitations.
• Ability to operate large vehicles around 24 feet in length.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Spanish language ability is a valued asset.

Responsibilities

• Drive program vehicles safely to approved locations and maintain order.
• Complete safety checks and ensure seat belts and restraints are used correctly.
• Keep vehicles clean and report maintenance needs.
• Load guests safely and assist with wheelchair lifts as needed.
• Plan daily routes and generate route/maintenance reports for management.
• Support shelter activities including meals, laundry, and cleaning as required.

Skills

Safe driving

Communication

Crisis intervention

Spanish (benefit)

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Mission Statement: "To be a leader in ending homelessness by providing a unique system of dignified housing opportunities, programs, and supportive services."Status: Full-Time, Non-ExemptPay: $22.00/hourSchedule: Thursday: 7:00am-3:00pm, Friday-Monday 5:30am-1:30pm driver | Tuesday/Wednesday: OFFJob Summary: The Shuttle Driver is responsible for the transportation of guests to and from the Emergency Shelter Program. The objective of this position is to safely drive and help to maintain the shuttling vehicles associated with the program, so that guests may access and leave the site in a safe and orderly manner. In addition to driving, this position requires route planning, safety checks, and providing shelter logistics support during non-driving time.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Driving, Reporting, and Shelter SupportDrive program vehicles in a safe and orderly manner to predetermined approved locationsCheck that all safety restraints are in working order and are used correctly when neededMaintain the overall cleanliness of the vehiclesSafely load all guests in the safest way possibleSafely and appropriately use hydraulic wheelchair liftsType and plan daily routes based off several possible drop-off locationsGenerate daily and weekly route and maintenance reports, to be turned into management for recordsMeet transportation goals in a challenging and always changing atmosphereWork with a partner to see maintenance issues taken care of as neededAssist in the implementation of all shelter activities to ensure quality delivery of services, including meals, laundry, emptying trash, and overall cleanliness of the facilityMiscellaneous:Attend staff meetingsAttend training workshops as neededPerform ad hoc projects as appointed by SupervisorRequirements:Education and ExperienceMust possess a clean driving record with no limitationsMust be comfortable driving large vehicles (averaging 24 feet in length) with wide turning ratiosPossess a high level of tolerance and understanding for individuals who are present for services with urgent multiple case management and health needsGeneralAbility to work effectively with a diverse population; plan, organize and prioritize duties; crisis intervention as needed; clearly communicate information and instructions verbally and in written form; maintain a positive, professional and safe environment while on duty; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with othersDependability, responsibility, and the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully are mandatory skillsMust be detail‐oriented and computer proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, as well as Internet-based browsersFluency in Spanish is of significant valuePhysical RequirementsAbility to lift, push, and pull up to 50 poundsCandidates should be able to remain focused and able to drive safely despite constant distractionsA valid and up-to-date Class C Driver’s License is required-Mercy House is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States. Please click on the following links for more information.E-Verify Participation Poster: English & Spanish (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf)E-Verify Right to Work Poster: English & Spanish (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RightToWorkPoster%20Eng_Es.pdf)Mercy House must reserve the right to modify, supplement, rescind, or revise all job descriptions to meet the overall needs of Mercy House except as to any language that establishes that the employment relationship is at the will of either the staff member or Mercy House.