Van Driver, Part-Time

Town of Needham; Needham Heights (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Needham, Needham Heights, MA, seeks dependable Van Driver for the Aging Services Division. This on-call, part-time role transports senior citizens from their homes to the Center at the Heights and other local destinations such as grocery stores and pharmacies, roughly 19.5 hours per week.

Under the supervision of the Transportation Program Coordinator, you will perform vehicle safety checks, logs, and light maintenance.

Qualifications

• Valid MA driver's license with clean record.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Reliable, communicate effectively, and interact tactfully with elderly population and the public.
• Familiarity with smartphones, GPS, and basic office tech (email, etc.).
• Ability to lift or move up to 20 lbs. and assist passengers.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe transportation to senior citizens.
• Assist senior citizens with access to and from vans used in transportation activities.
• Load grocery bundles or other passenger packages into and out of vans during grocery/errands/trips.
• Perform daily vehicle safety inspections. Maintain vehicle trip, mileage, and inspection logs.
• Ensure light vehicle maintenance is conducted according to schedule.
• Pass and maintain mandatory training and certifications.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Massachusetts Driver's License

Effective communication

Customer service (elderly)

Education

High school diploma or GED

MArtap Training Program (within one year)

Job description

Description

The Town of Needham seeks dependable and responsible individuals for the position of Van Driver in the Aging Services Division. Under the direction and supervision of the Transportation Program Coordinator, the part-time Van Driver is responsible for safely transporting senior citizens from their homes to the Center at the Heights (CATH) and other local destinations such as grocery stores and pharmacies.

This position is on-call and scheduled as needed, working roughly 19.5 hours per week.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide safe and dependable transportation to senior citizens.
• Assist senior citizens with access to and from vans used in transportation activities.
• Load grocery bundles or other passenger packages into and out of vans during grocery/errands/trips.
• Perform daily vehicle safety inspections. Maintain vehicle trip, mileage, and inspection logs.
• Ensure light vehicle maintenance is conducted according to the appropriate schedule and/or requirements.
• Pass and maintain mandatory training and certifications.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Preferred Requirements or the Ability to Obtain the Following

• Have completed MArtap Training Program within one year of hire.
• Knowledge of Needham roads and neighborhoods is a plus.

Requirements

• Valid Massachusetts Drivers' License with a clean driving record.
• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Incumbent must be reliable, communicate effectively, and interact tactfully with the elderly population and the public.
• Have familiarity with relevant technology and devices such as smartphones, including texting, GPS, and use of standard office technology, including computers and email processes.
• Ability to lift or move up to 20 lbs. and to assist senior citizens to and from the vehicle, supporting a degree of leaning weight as passenger assistance is required.

Supplemental Information

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 a.m. on Thursday, October 22, 2026.

The Town of Needham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and encouraging workplace. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, age, gender, national origin, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, veteran status, or any other protected class. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

For general employment inquiries, please contact us at [e-mail].

The Town of Needham will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at [e-mail].