Van Driver

JOB SUMMARY: Deliver materials, equipment, and supplies as directed

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS/ABILITIES

Knowledge
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Possess a valid Texas Driver License and clear driving record.
• One year of delivery experience preferred.
• Understanding of Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance.

Skills/Abilities
• Ability to use maps and global positioning systems (GPS) to locate addresses and determine efficient routes for delivery.
• Proficiency with standard functions within applications such as Microsoft 365/Google, (word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software), e-mail, web browsers, and databases.
• Proficiency with computers (PCs and/or MACs) to include file and desktop management and operations, and working in a cloud-based and/or networked environment.

• Exceptions to these requirements will be considered based on exemplary skills, training, and record of success.

PRODUCTS/OUTCOMES
• Make daily deliveries of materials, equipment, and supplies, using ESC-20 delivery vehicle, to school districts within the ESC-20 region, and occasionally to school districts outside of the region.
• Ensure deliveries are completed on time and in an accurate manner.
• Maintain accurate records of items picked up and delivered.
• Maintain assigned vehicle and equipment in a clean and safe operating condition and schedule routine maintenance and repairs.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Follow the Center’s animal handling procedures during delivery process.
• Assist with preparing living and non-living materials before and after delivery routes.

INITIATIVE
• Demonstrate initiative, persistence, and a proactive approach to assigned responsibilities.
• Demonstrate the use of sound judgement and ingenuity in problem solving to meet the needs of the Center and clients served.
• Seek, participate, and engage in job-related learning and development experiences that provide professional growth.
• Remain current with industry standards, developments, and applicable laws/regulations; implement accordingly.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to new situations and assignments.
• Set challenging goals and reach a high standard of performance despite barriers encountered.
• Make connections with individual responsibilities and the Center’s Mission, Vision, goals and objectives.
• Promote and support continuous improvement and organizational change.
• Work under minimal supervision.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Anticipate potential problems that may be encountered on delivery routes, on the road, or in the school and use self-reliant judgment to react in a responsible manner without direct supervision.
• Understand that Driver’s decision-making options are limited; however, some decisions are made when unusual circumstances, closings or bad weather occur.
• Share any concerns from customers with supervisor.

COMMUNICATION/HUMAN RELATIONS
• Model the Principles of Public Service (Policy AD LOCAL).
• Communicate in a timely and effective manner, and interact professionally.
• Build professional relationships with colleagues and clients, maintaining regular interaction to meet shared outcomes.
• Demonstrate self-confidence, professionalism, and a high level of customer service skills (e.g., courtesy, patience, diplomacy, etc.) at all times and, in particular, when under stressful or unprecedented situations while working with colleagues and clients.
• Demonstrate professional-level written and oral communication skills.
• Work collaboratively in a team setting.
• Keep supervisors informed.
• Regularly handle and maintain confidentiality of sensitive communications and information at all times.

SUPERVISION AND ORGANIZATION OF STAFF
• None.

BUDGET RESONSIBILITY
• None.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS & ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer, peripherals, copy machine, phone, etc.; work with autoclave which produces steam that could burn.
• Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional standing, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
• Lifting: Light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional heavy lifting/carrying (15–50 pounds).
• Environment: This role primarily operates in an in-person, dynamic office setting, characterized by frequent verbal communication, movement, and collaboration among team members (small to large in-person gatherings/meetings); exposure to low or intense illumination; exposure to office equipment noise; may work prolonged or irregular hours; daily travel driving vans 100-150 miles; sun exposure; exposure to extreme temperatures; exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, insects, fungi), live animals (occasional bites).
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Champion and model the Center’s Mission, Vision, Core Values, and Service Standards.
• Function within the policies and procedures of ESC-20.
• Complete a defensive driving course within 60 days of employment, with renewal prior to expiration every three years.
• Accept other responsibilities as assigned.
• Dress and groom appropriately for the ESC-20 work setting.
• Travel independently to fulfill responsibilities of the position.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance, majority in-person/onsite.
• Serve at the will of the Executive Director.