Transport Van Driver

Miami-County; Eldean (OH); On-site; USD 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Miami County is seeking a part-time transportation aide to shuttle eligible veterans to Dayton VA Medical Center and nearby medical facilities. You will manage mileage, fuel usage, and communicate with veterans and hospital staff to coordinate appointments.

The role requires a valid Ohio driver’s license with a clean record and the ability to navigate routes using maps or GPS. Regular attendance is essential.

Qualifications

• Veteran status preferred: honorably discharged or active duty/veteran/surviving spouse or child/parent of a veteran may be considered.
• Valid Ohio driver's license with clean driving record and no felony convictions.
• Secondary education completed or equivalent with training/experience in vehicle operation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Internet savvy; able to use MapQuest and other search programs.
• Ability to use GPS or read maps and navigate routes.
• Ability to network and coordinate with other agencies.

Responsibilities

• Transport eligible veterans to and from Dayton VA Medical Center and WPAFB; drop-offs and pick-ups.
• Transport veterans to medical appointments within the Dayton area; explain van policy.
• Record mileage and fuel usage; coordinate with nurses and social workers when hospital discharges require transportation.
• Assist veterans with appointment changes to fit transportation schedule.
• Maintain van safety and hygiene; report needs to Transportation Coordinator.
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
• Duties may be expanded or modified as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office

GPS navigation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

QUALIFICATIONS:

• An honorably discharged veteran is the first priority, or active duty/veteran/surviving spouse or a child/parent of a veteran may be considered.
• Must possess a valid Ohio driver's license with a clean driving record and have no felony convictions.
• Completion of secondary education or equivalent with training or experience in vehicle operation.
• Must possess the knowledge to use Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Must be internet savvy to use MapQuest and other search programs.
• Must be able to use a Global Positioning System (GPS) or be able to read maps and navigate around the different routes.
• Must be able to network and coordinate with other agencies.

DUTIES:

• Transport eligible veterans to and from the Dayton VA Medical Center (VAMC). Pick them up and return them to their place of residence. Transport VAMC referred veterans to other medical appointments in the vicinity of the Dayton VAMC, as well as to WPAFB. Provide new passengers the van transportation policy. Record and complete mileage and fuel usage. Coordinate with veterans who might need assistance equipment to accompany them. Coordinate with VAMC nurses and social workers when a hospitalized veteran is released and needs transportation. Assist veterans with making changes to their appointments to accommodate the transportation schedule. Maintain the safety and hygiene of the van and communicate needs to the Transportation Coordinator. Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards of the job function. Must demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
• These duties are illustrative only and you may perform some or all of these duties or other job-related duties as assigned.

HOURS

• Intermittent – 18-24 hours weekly as needed

COMPENSATION

• $14.50 - $15.50 per hour/DOQ

FLSA

• Non-Exempt from Overtime

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: The Miami County Board of Commissioners, including those agencies under other elected officials, is an equal opportunity employer and does not make employment decisions in a discriminatory manner based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disabilities that can be reasonably accommodated, or veteran status. The County complies with all applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.

This policy prohibits both discrimination based on any of the above-listed protected characteristics, retaliation against a person who opposes or complains about prohibited conduct, or participates in any way in the complaint, investigation, or reasonable accommodation processes.