• Agency Driver - IDD

    Charles Settlement House (Rochester, NY)


    Title: Agency Driver

     

    Classification: Part-Time; Benefits-eligible

     

    Work Hours: 20 hrs/week; M-F 4pm – 8pm (occasional weekend hours)

     

    Pay Rate: $15.50/hr

    Summary

    Under the direct supervision of the IDD Director, this position is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of consumers registered in agency programs.

     

    Essential Job Duties

     

    + Serve as a driver for the agencies, which includes, but is not limited to pick-ups, deliveries, transportation of clients, and other designated errands.

    + Conduct transportation duties safely with full compliance to NYS traffic regulations and with specific emphasis on seat belt regulations and no standing in the aisle.

    + Responsible for maintenance of agency vehicle(s) by regularly checking tires, battery, oil fluid levels, service check-ups, alignments, brakes, etc.

    + Responsible for the upkeep of the vehicle’s interior and exterior.

    + Pick up and drop off consumers at regularly scheduled neighborhood locations, following strict time schedules.

    + Read maps and/or GPS and follow written and verbal geographic directions.

    + Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilation systems for passenger comfort.

    + Notify supervisors of any accidents or incidents, and responsible for reporting any perceived defects and/or mechanical problems to the IDD Director immediately.

    Other Duties

    + Other duties as assigned.

     

    Knowledge, Skill and Abilities

     

    + Familiarity with the city of Rochester geographical and street locations.

    + Demonstrated ability to relate and interact with staff and consumers of diverse cultural, racial, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.

    + Must be willing to work occasional evening and weekend hours.

    Physical Elements

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

     

    + The employee is frequently required to walk distances; use hands and fingers to handle, or operate computers, objects, tools, or controls; and reach.

    + Must be able to perform heavy work exerting up to 65 pounds of force occasionally.

    + Must be able to travel as needed; frequently getting in/out of vehicle and be able to handle various driving weather conditions.

    + Must be able to sit at a computer for extended periods of time; including close vision and ability to adjust/focus various distances.

    + Work is both indoors and outdoors and may have exposure to various weather conditions.

    Qualifications

    + High school diploma or equivalent, required.

    + Must possess a valid NYS driver’s license and have an excellent driving record.

    + Certification in CPR/First Aid is highly desired.

     

    The agencies are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic.

     

    Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

     

    Pay Range: $15.50 per hour