Transport Van Driver

miamicounty; Macon (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Miami County is seeking a part-time Transportation Aide to assist veterans by providing reliable van transport to the Dayton VA Medical Center and related appointments. The role includes mileage logging, safety maintenance, and coordination with medical staff and families.

Applicants must have an Ohio drivers license, a clean driving record, and experience with maps, GPS, and basic office software. Intermittent 18-24 hours weekly, $14.50–$15.50 per hour, non-exempt from overtime.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Ohio drivers license with a clean driving record.
• Completion of secondary education or equivalent with training or experience in vehicle operation.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Internet savvy to use MapQuest and other search programs.
• Able to use GPS or read maps and navigate routes.
• Ability to network and coordinate with other agencies.

Responsibilities

• Transport eligible veterans to and from the Dayton VA Medical Center (VAMC) and return them home.
• Transport VAMC referred veterans to other medical appointments in the Dayton area and WPAFB.
• Explain the van transportation policy to new passengers.
• Record mileage and fuel usage accurately.
• Coordinate with veterans needing assistance equipment for transport.
• Coordinate with VAMC nurses and social workers when a veteran is discharged.
• Assist veterans in adjusting appointments to fit the transportation schedule.
• Maintain van safety and hygiene; report needs to Transportation Coordinator.
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
• These duties are illustrative; perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid Ohio drivers license

Clean driving record

Vehicle operation

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word

MapQuest navigation

GPS navigation

Networking with agencies

Reading maps

Education

Secondary education or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

MapQuest

GPS

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.