Senior Services Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Services Driver

Bloomfield, NM

Part-time

Join Our Team as a Senior Services Driver!

Deliver More Than Meals-Deliver Smiles, Connection, and Care

Are you someone who enjoys helping others, likes being on the road, and wants a job that truly makes a difference every day? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and community-minded Senior Services Driver to join our team. In this rewarding role, you'll serve as a lifeline for local seniors by delivering nutritious meals, checking on their well-being, and providing a friendly face that brightens their day.

Why This Job Matters

For many seniors, your daily visit may be more than a meal delivery-it may be an important wellness check, a moment of social connection, and a reminder that their community cares.

If you're looking for meaningful work where you can make a positive impact while working with a supportive team, we'd love to meet you!

What You'll Do

As our Senior Services Driver, you will:

• Drive a delivery van/car on scheduled routes to provide meal services to homebound seniors.
• Deliver meals with care while observing clients' general health and safety conditions.
• Communicate any client concerns to supervisors for appropriate follow-up services.
• Assist with meal packaging, loading, and preparation as needed.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines, including temperature monitoring and recordkeeping.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and perform basic maintenance checks.
• Keep delivery routes, logs, and reports accurate and up to date.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming senior center environment.
• Support special projects and other duties that contribute to excellent senior services.

What We're Looking For

We're searching for someone who is:

• Friendly, patient, and respectful toward older adults.
• Dependable and safety-conscious.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Organized and able to keep accurate records.
• Physically capable of lifting, loading, and delivering meals.
• A positive ambassador for our organization and community.

Qualifications

Required

• Valid New Mexico Driver's License .
• Good driving record (DMV documentation required).
• One (1) year of driving experience, preferably operating delivery vans or multi-passenger vehicles.
• Ability to pass or complete within two months of hire:
• National Safety Council Defensive Driving Course
• American Red Cross Adult CPR Certification
• Standard First Aid Certification

Preferred

• Experience working with seniors.
• Knowledge of local service areas and routes.
• Familiarity with basic vehicle maintenance and safety inspections.

Work Environment

This is an active, hands-on position that includes:

• Frequent driving and travel throughout the community.
• Lifting, carrying, reaching, bending, and loading meal containers.
• Interacting regularly with seniors, staff, and community members.
• Responding quickly and safely while operating delivery vehicles.

What You'll Gain

• The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of seniors.
• Meaningful work with purpose every day.
• A supportive and caring team environment.
• The satisfaction of serving your community and building lasting connections.

Ready to Drive Change in Your Community?

If you have a caring heart, a safe driving record, and a desire to help others, we encourage you to apply today!

Come help us deliver nutrition, independence, and a smile-one doorstep at a time.

Background Check and Drug Test Disclaimer and Authorization

I understand that as a condition of employment with the City of Bloomfield, I will be required to undergo both a background check and a drug test.

I must authorize the City of Bloomfield within the online application, by checking a box, to conduct a comprehensive background investigation to verify my personal, criminal, employment, and education history for employment purposes. I understand that the offer of employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of this investigation to the City's satisfaction.

I also acknowledge that as a condition of employment, I must successfully pass a pre-employment drug and/or alcohol test. I understand that the City's drug and alcohol testing policy prohibits the illegal use of drugs and alcohol, and that I must not be under the influence of such substances on City's premises or while performing City business.

I understand that failure to submit to a required drug test, testing positive for illegal substances, or providing a false sample may result in the offer of employment being rescinded.

By checking a box within the online application, I will release the City of Bloomfield, its agents, and any contracted laboratory or physician from any and all claims and liability for damages or injuries that may arise from the administration and analysis of a drug/alcohol test or from any investigation of my background, except for gross negligence or willful misconduct.

I have read and understand this statement and the associated policy. I agree to comply with the terms and conditions outlined herein by checking the box within the online application.