Shuttle Driver (4617)

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

Job Details

Job Location: Ventura, CA 93003
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: Not Specified
Salary Range: $21.50 - $21.50 Hourly
Job Shift: Evening
Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly | Payrate: $21.50/ Hour | Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday 1:30 PM - 9:30 PM (37.50 Hours/Week)
Reports to: Program Manager
Department: Emergency Services
Region: Ventura County

Job 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.

Driving, Reporting and Shelter Support

• Drive program vehicles in a safe and orderly manner to predetermined approved locations.
• Check that all safety restraints are in working order and are used correctly when needed.
• Maintain the overall cleanliness of the vehicles.
• Use hydraulic wheelchair lifts safely and appropriately.
• Type and plan daily routes based off several possible drop-off locations.
• Generate daily and weekly route and maintenance reports, to be turned in to management for records.
• Meet transportation goals in a challenging and always changing atmosphere.
• Work with a partner to see maintenance issues taken care of as needed.
• Assist in the implementation of all shelter activities to ensure quality delivery of services, including meals, laundry, emptying trash, and overall cleanliness of the facility.

Miscellaneous

• Attend staff meetings.
• Attend training workshops as needed.
• Perform ad hoc projects as appointed by Supervisor.

Qualifications - Education and Experience

• A valid and up-to-date CA Class C Driver's License is required.
• This person must possess a clean driving record with no limitations, and must be comfortable driving large vehicles (averaging 24' in length) with wide turning ratios.
• Possess a high level of tolerance and understanding for individuals who are present for services with urgent multiple case management and health needs.
• This person must be detail-oriented and have computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet-based browsers is preferred.

General

• Ability 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 others.
• Dependability, responsibility, and the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully are mandatory skills.
• Fluency in Spanish is of significant value.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, pull, or push weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Candidates should be able to remain focused and able to drive safely despite constant distractions.