TANF Transportation Driver – Community Routes

Shingle-Springs-Band-of-Miwok-Indian; Auburn (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Shingle Springs Tribal TANF seeks a Transporter to provide safe transportation for participants and support to the Site Manager. Responsibilities include route scheduling, on-time pickups, and assistance with boarding and exiting vehicles.

The role requires a high school diploma, 2 years of passenger transport experience, and a valid California driver’s license with clean DMV record. Candidates must be able to lift 50 pounds and work nights/weekends.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Two years of experience transporting passengers.
• Current DMV printout required.
• Must be at least 25 years old with a good driving record.
• California Driver’s License and minimum auto insurance required by law.
• Clean motor vehicle record (fewer than 3 points in 5 years).
• Native American community experience preferred.
• Ability to perform basic math (percentages, proportions).
• Clear verbal and written communication.
• Able to communicate in English by phone, radio, and in person.
• Familiar with California Transportation Regulations.
• Basic computer skills: Word, Outlook, Excel.
• Ability to work independently or with others.
• Availability to work nights and weekends.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Valid unrestricted CA driver’s license and insurance; able to qualify for Tribe’s vehicle insurance.

Responsibilities

• Operate van safely and efficiently.
• Develop schedule for regularly scheduled routes.
• Respond to unscheduled pickup/drop-off requests.
• Assist passengers in boarding and exiting vehicles.
• Load, unload, and move luggage and packages as needed.
• Monitor traffic and weather; inform dispatch of issues.
• Report accidents or safety concerns to Transportation Manager and authorities when required.
• Complete a Vehicle Inspection Report daily.
• Maintain auto maintenance schedule and oversee repairs.
• Complete driver trip sheets with trip details.
• Provide participants with information about transportation services.
• Treat participants and staff courteously and professionally.
• Pickup and deliver supplies between TANF sites and Rancheria as needed.
• Assist with activities for participants during off-site events.
• May transport in other counties as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clear communication

English proficiency

Computer skills

Education

High school

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Shingle Springs Tribal TANF seeks a Transporter to provide safe transportation for participants and support to the Site Manager. Responsibilities include route scheduling, on-time pickups, and assistance with boarding and exiting vehicles.

The role requires a high school diploma, 2 years of passenger transport experience, and a valid California driver’s license with clean DMV record. Candidates must be able to lift 50 pounds and work nights/weekends.