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VAN DRIVER COMMERCIAL DRIVERS LICENSE

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Community Bridges envisions a thriving community where every person has the opportunity to unleash their full potential. Our family of ten programs delivers essential services, provides equitable access to resources, and advocates for health and dignity across every stage of life.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Under the supervision of the Van Driver Trainer, the Van Driver-Commercial License provides door-to-door service for elderly and/or physically challenged and/or limited mobility passengers; keeps simple records; maintains the van in a clean, safe, and orderly condition and performs other related work as required while adhering to agency, union and State safety regulations.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Driver Operations:

  • Drives a specially-equipped van to pick up and drop off elderly and/or physically or mentally-limited or ill persons to medical destinations; assures that lifts and tie down equipment are operational and that passengers are transported to appointments in a safe and timely manner.
  • Drives a van to pick up and drop off seniors to and from congregate meal sites and other central locations; provides van service for other senior passenger activities as time permits; may drive for outside contracts.
  • Provides out-of-county transportation services to qualified clients.
  • Plans and/or cooperates in establishing schedules; follows established schedules; adjusts schedules to meet unanticipated changes; determines the safest and most efficient pick up and drop off routes.
  • Assists both ambulatory and non-ambulatory passengers on and off the van in a safe and courteous manner, providing door to door service.
  • Collects donations from clients and returns them to the administrative offices of Lift Line in a timely manner.
  • Deals with sensitive medical, equipment, and potential emergencies that may arise, which includes the handling and securing of portable oxygen tanks.
  • Notes visible changes in the physical or mental health of persons regularly transported; communicates this information to appropriate personnel for follow-up; may carry and deliver prescription drugs and medical documents not entrusted to passengers. Reports any client issues immediately to the Driver Supervisor and/or schedulers.
  • Performs pre-trip procedures, including inspecting the van and maintaining it in a clean, orderly, and safe condition; reports the need for maintenance or servicing.
  • Operates the van in a safe and courteous manner, following California driving laws and regulations, including seat belt regulations and cell phone regulations.
  • Maintains standard records such as logs of passengers driven, miles driven, and gasoline purchased. Submits all paperwork daily as required.
  • Describes services offered to persons who may qualify and benefit from such services.
  • Operates a two-way radio according to FCC regulations.
  • May assist with transportation office activities, such as scheduling rides, dispatching, answering the telephone, filing, report preparation, or other tasks, as assigned.

Professional Conduct:

  • Follows Lift Line Driver Handbook; attends all staff meetings; participates in training programs. May participate in Accident, Health and Safety and Training Committee meetings.
  • Develops and maintains effective working relationships with other agency staff members and others in regular contact with the program.
  • Communicates effectively and respectfully with people from different racial, ethnic and cultural groups and from different backgrounds and lifestyles; demonstrates a knowledge of and sensitivity to their needs.

Job descriptions are intended to be illustrative only; they are not designed to be restrictive or to define each and every assigned duty and responsibility. In an organization of this nature, each employee is expected to perform such duties as necessary to fulfill the stated goals of the agency.

We screen all applicants, require background checks on final candidates consistent with funding regulation requirements and are a Drug-Free Work Place. Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they are not sure that they meet the minimum qualifications. Relevant experience, knowledge, and skills may be obtained through a wide variety of traditional and non-traditional means consistent with funding regulation requirements.

OTHER JOB DETAILS:

  • This is a FLSA non-exempt position.
  • This position is eligible for a $.40 per hour bilingual differential after passing a test administered by the HR department.
  • Typical hours of work are Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm, however some weekend day shifts are required.
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