Shuttle Driver

Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt | Pay: $22.50/hour | Schedule: Sunday-Monday: 1:30pm-9:30pm, Tuesday: 3:00pm-11:00pm, Friday-Saturday: 5:30am-1:30pm, Wednesday-Thursday: OffJob Summary: The Shuttle Driver is responsible for the transportation of guests to and from the Emergency Shelter Program. The objective of this position is to safely drive and help to maintain the shuttling vehicles associated with the program, so that guests may access and leave the site in a safe and orderly manner. In addition to driving, this position requires route planning, safety checks, and providing shelter logistics support during non-driving time.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Driving, Reporting, and Shelter SupportDrive program vehicles in a safe and orderly manner to predetermined approved locationsCheck that all safety restraints are in working order and are used correctly when neededMaintain the overall cleanliness of the vehiclesSafely load all guests in the safest way possibleSafely and appropriately use hydraulic wheelchair liftsType and plan daily routes based off several possible drop-off locationsGenerate daily and weekly route and maintenance reports, to be turned into management for recordsMeet transportation goals in a challenging and always changing atmosphereWork with a partner to see maintenance issues taken care of as neededAssist in the implementation of all shelter activities to ensure quality delivery of services, including meals, laundry, emptying trash, and overall cleanliness of the facilityMiscellaneous:Attend staff meetingsAttend training workshops as neededPerform ad hoc projects as appointed by SupervisorRequirements:Education and ExperienceA valid and up-to-date CA Class C Driver’s License is requiredThis person must possess a clean driving record with no limitations, and must be comfortable driving large vehicles (averaging 24’ in length) with wide turning ratiosPossess a high level of tolerance and understanding for individuals who are present for services with urgent multiple case management and health needsThis person must be detail‐oriented and computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet-based browsers is preferredGeneralAbility to work effectively with a diverse population; plan, organize and prioritize duties; crisis intervention as needed; clearly communicate information and instructions verbally and in written form; maintain a positive, professional and safe environment while on duty; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with othersDependability, responsibility, and the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully are mandatory skillsFluency in Spanish is of significant valuePhysical RequirementsAbility to lift, pull, or push up to 50 poundsCandidates should be able to remain focused and able to drive safely despite constant distractionsMercy House is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States. Please click on the following links for more information.E-Verify Participation Poster: English & Spanish ( Right to Work Poster: English & Spanish ( House must reserve the right to modify, supplement, rescind, or revise all job descriptions to meet the overall needs of Mercy House except as to any language that establishes that the employment relationship is at the will of either the staff member or Mercy House. #J-18808-Ljbffr