Van Driver - RIDES Program Williamsburg, VA 23185 9/1/2026

Aging, Inc.; Williamsburg, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Vacation leave

Life insurance

Inclusive environment

Job summary

Peninsula Agency on Aging in Williamsburg is seeking a part-time Van Driver for the RIDES Program. CDL not required. The role involves operating a van, picking up senior citizens for meals, and returning them to their homes.

We expect candidates to be able to assist clients in and out of vehicles, follow oral and written instructions, lift at least 25 pounds, and maintain trip records. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and is part-time, two days per week.

Qualifications

• Valid Virginia driver's license.
• Ability to assist clients in wheelchairs.
• Able to lift at least 25 pounds.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of traffic laws governing van operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate a van to transport seniors to meals and return them home.
• Assist clients in and out of vehicles.
• Transport to doctors, outings, and points of interest.
• Maintain passenger lists, trip records, and pre-trip inspections.

Skills

Virginia driver's license

Safe driving

Wheelchair assist

Follow instructions

Lift 25 pounds

Job description

Position Description

VAN DRIVER - RIDES PROGRAM

Peninsula Agency on Aging (PAA) is currently seeking an individual to serve in the position as Van Driver for RIDES Program in Williamsburg. CDL not required.

Introduction

Peninsula Agency on Aging has been providing services that have enabled seniors to live independently since 1974. Our mission is to support the independence and quality of life of Peninsula residents, primarily 60 years and over, by advocating, arranging, or providing vital human services.

Core Competencies

Our staff value and model empathy and compassion, reliability, ability, respect for all, and communicating with kindness.

Key Responsibilities

As a Van Driver for RIDES, you will operate a van and pick up senior citizens for congregate meals and return them to their homes, assists participants in and out of vehicles, transports senior citizens to doctors, outings and points of interest, transports meals, deliver supplies, assists with loading and unloading of meals, food, and supplies, maintains all related passenger lists, trip records, and other information as required by the Agency, performs daily pre-trip vehicle inspections, and ensures vans are properly fueled and maintained.

Essential Skills and Experience

We are looking for applicants who with any combination of education and experience, possess a valid Virginia driver’s license, dependable, knowledge of the principles and practices of operating and servicing vans; thorough knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing van operation; ability to assist clients in wheelchairs; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to lift at least 25 pounds.

Benefits

• competitive hourly rate
• vacation and sick leave
• agency paid life insurance
• an inclusive work environment that is flexible, friendly, positive, and rewarding

Part-time - 2 Days a Week

Hourly Rate; $16.75

Individuals age 60 encouraged to apply.

Senior Friendly Workplace, Inclusive Workplace, Equal Opportunity Employer, Affiantive Action Employer, Drug free workplace

Type: Part-time Pay: $16.75 per HOUR