Driver (Part Time/Full Time)

Norfolk Driver PositionNorfolk: Looking for a driver to work from 9AM to 1PM. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly. (20 hours a week)Norfolk: Monday, Tuesday, and Friday 8:30AM – 3:30PM (28 hours)Job ResponsibilitiesOperates a variety of vehicles as assigned and picks up elderly and disabled persons and assists them in and out of vehiclesDelivers meals to wellness centersEnsures vans, cars and coolers are properly cleaned, fueled and maintainedEnsures safety of customers, the general public, and themselves by practicing safe door to door service and defensive driving skillsEnforces and follows sanitation and health regulationsNotifies transportation supervisor or dispatches of unusual events, emergencies, customer incidents and accidents in accordance with established agency policy and proceduresAttends required education and training programsPerforms clerical/computer tasks as needed, to include entering time worked into timekeeping system and completing annual compliance modulesAttends mandatory quarterly staff meetings (held on Saturdays)Performs additional tasks as requiredKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesGeneral knowledge of the principles and practices of operating and servicing vehiclesVersed in traffic laws and regulations governing van operationSkill and care in the operation of the equipmentAble to comprehend and follow oral and written directionsWorks well independently on assigned tasksCommunicates clearly with co-workers, leaders, clients, and the general publicCapable of making decisions with minimal supervisor by prioritizing and organizing dutiesBasic computer skills, including email, electronic time keepingAbility to lift up to 25 lbs. on a repetitive and frequent basis and up to 50 lbs. occasionallyRequires frequent reaching, balancing, and/or pushing to assist persons in and out of agency vehiclesAbility to safely handle persons of varying weights and heights who are mobile, utilize walkers and canes, or are in wheelchairsRequires agility to repetitively climb in and out of agency vehicles on a frequent basisEducation and ExperienceOne (1) year experience in the operation of motorized equipmentMust possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record with a +2 or above point balanceAble to pass a background check and drug/alcohol screening