Floral Driver

Floral Delivery Transporter

Hours are part time; nights, weekends and holidays. Weekday transport of individuals to OWC and/or back. Transport to OWC job sites, etc. Maintain all training. In addition, this position includes one of the most important aspects of floral business, the delivery of fresh flowers, and/or hard good products. Prior experience in the floral or garden center environment is helpful but not mandatory.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Floral deliveries
• Submit mileage forms to your manager monthly on the Friday before a pay week
• Document appropriately in all Travel Books/Logs when using Company Vehicles
• Learn & follow all agency Policy & Procedures
• Learn & follow all emergency & safety procedures for the agency
• Perform other duties as they arise
• Maintain mutual respect & professionalism for all co-workers, individuals, and customers daily
• Transportation to and from OWC and the homes of the individuals that we support
• Attend agency trainings
• Maintain appropriate communications with parents/guardians and OWC managers and staff
• Advocate for our individuals' needs; you are a mandated reporter.
• Being a team player
• Participate in agency fundraisers and events
• Inform staff or management if there are problems with the vehicle
• Complete and maintain any vehicle documentation daily
• Maintain a clean, dry and organized vehicle
• Complete all vehicle inspections
• Must let OWC know if you receive any infraction on or off the job as it could jeopardize your job
• It is your responsibility to turn in copies of license, insurance, etc. when you receive them
• Deliveries: must be willing to use personal vehicle for various tasks
• Assist staff with making and preparing for the incoming orders
• Ability to safely transport the individuals we serve as well as flowers for deliveries

Qualifications for the Job:

• Must have excellent customer service skills
• GED/High School diploma
• 3 years' driving experience
• Must be reliable, dependable, and flexible with your hours
• CPR/First Aid, Med Cert, PMT a plus
• Must possess valid CT driver's license and have clean DMV record
• Ability to transport flowers for deliveries as well as individuals.
• Must be able to work as part of a team as well as be independent
• Good written and verbal communication skills, excellent driving skills, and understanding that all individuals with ID can work in the community if they desire.

Key Competencies:

• Safe driving skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to multitask

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Stand and sit for long periods of time
• Ability to work in a cold environment for long periods of time
• Ability to work in a hot environment for long periods of time
• Ability to potentially kneel for long periods of time
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to walk on uneven surfaces