TEMP - Driver I

Summary

Responsible for providing safe and efficient transportation of senior citizens to and from the senior centers, daily trips and occasional overnight trips.

Pay Range: $14.00

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Transport senior citizens safely to various destinations including senior centers, medical appointments, home, shopping, programmed trips, etc.

• Provide excellent customer service to seniors.

• Assist riders in getting on and off the vehicle.

• Contact seniors to confirm daily pickup schedules.

• Complete required daily and weekly vehicle inspections.

• Provide assistance as necessary in the event of an emergency during a senior trip.

• Follow City and Department policies and procedures on maintaining a safe and clean vehicle.

• Assist with daily custodial duties and set-up and break-down as needed.

• Assist with daily programs and activities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)

• Valid Texas Driver's License

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Experience:

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to drive a vehicle with a minimum of 24 passengers

• Basic knowledge of mechanical systems for a multi-passenger vehicle

• Comprehensive knowledge of driving safety practices and traffic laws and regulations

• Skill to read and understand maps and Global Positioning Systems (GPS)

• Ability to read and understand written instructions.

• Ability to operate a multi-passenger vehicle in a safe and economical manner.

• Ability to recognize and reduce safety hazards during vehicle inspections and while driving.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Texas Driver's License

• Must have a CDL license allowing them to drive a vehicle with a minimum of 24 passengers

• CPR Certification required within 6 months of hire

• City of Garland Defensive Driving Certification within 6 months of hire

• First Aid, AED & CPR certifications within 6 months