Transportation Program Driver (Part-Time)

City of Concord; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Concord is hiring a part-time Transportation Program Driver to safely transport seniors enrolled in the Concord Senior Transportation Program. The role involves working in a 9-passenger van, requiring a Class C license, and providing a respectful and comfortable experience for participants. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience with seniors is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Class C driver's license.
• Experience working or volunteering with seniors is preferred.
• Must be able to clear TB test and DOJ fingerprint clearance.

Responsibilities

• Transport seniors to various locations using a 9-passenger van.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle safety inspections.
• Ensure passenger safety and comfort during transport.

Skills

Safe driving practices

Communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Transportation Program Driver (Part-Time)

Transportation Program Driver (Part-Time)

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RECREATION PROGRAM DRIVER (Part-Time)

Concord Senior Center

The City of Concord is seeking experienced drivers to transport participants for the City's Senior Center in the Recreation Services Department.Â

Basic program information

The Concord Senior Transportation Program helps Concord seniors get around town with ease. Currently offering on-demand rides through GoGoGrandparent using Uber and Lyft, the program is expanding to include a free, curb-to-curb van service for even greater convenience. The expanded van service will include a Senior Center Shuttle, providing free rides to and from home to the Concord Senior Center, encouraging participation in the many social activities, enrichment and exercise classes, and the Cafà Costa lunch program offered by Meals on Wheels. The shuttle will be available Monday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. for Concord seniors enrolled in the program.Â

What you will be doing

The Transportation Program Driver transports seniors enrolled in the Concord Senior Transportation Program to various locations in Concord, using a 9-passenger van, which requires a Class C license. The position is part-time, limited service and must be able to work morning or afternoon shifts and attend weekly in-service trainings. Hours may vary based on scheduled program events between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., weekdays, and will not exceed 8 hours per day.Â

We're seeking individuals who possess a unique blend of practical skills and personal attributes. It's more than just knowing how to operate a vehicle; it's about providing a safe, comfortable, and respectful experience.

SELECTION PROCESSÂ

• Submit a completed City of Concord application and the required supplemental question responses, online at www.cityofconcord.org/jobs. Please attach copies of relevant certificates to your application.
• All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, and those candidates demonstrating the strongest qualifications for the position will be invited to interview.
• Successful candidates will be provided a conditional offer of employment and must clear DOJ livescan and DMV history check.
  
  

Conviction History and DMV History

If you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). You will also be required to authorize access to your California DMV history report. Â The resulting reports of your conviction and driving history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City of Concord. Â

• Safely transport riders to and from assigned locations, while complying with any and all traffic laws and regulations, state laws and regulations, and City policies, procedures and best practices.Â
• Communicate with supervisor to receive and verify instructions.
• Report any delays.
• Implement safe and efficient operating of vehicle carrying up to 9 passengers.
• Conduct and log pre-trip and post-trip vehicle safety inspections.
• Safely and efficiently load and unload all passengers.
• Ensure that passengers are wearing their seat belts.
• Work cooperatively with program staff.
• Handle stressful situations calmly and professionally.
• Maintain an excellent attendance record.
• Maintain an impeccably clean vehicle.
• Complete monthly report to reconcile expenses for parking and other trip needs.
• Report participant, vehicle, or driver accidents/incidents in a timely manner, and accurately on the proper forms.
• Complete bi-weekly timecards in computerized system.
• Prompt and proper handling when vehicle maintenance issues arise.
  
  

Knowledge of

• Safe driving practices. Â
• Traffic laws of the State of California Principles and methods of preventive maintenance.Â
• Safe work practices and procedures. Â
  
  

Ability to

• Safely drive a vehicle in a variety of weather conditions and locations.
• Read, write and speak English sufficiently to converse with staff, and participants.
• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Maintain accurate records and reports.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
  
  

Education:Â High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:Â Experience working or volunteering with seniors is preferred.

License/Certification: Must possess a valid Class C driver's license.Must be able to clear TB test and DOJ fingerprint clearance. Â

A clean DMV driving history is a requirement of initial and continued employment. Â

EEO/ADA:Â The City of Concord is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, please contact Human Resources at 925-671-3308 or [e-mail] prior to the final filing date.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Distribution and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Truck Transportation

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