Driver (Part-time) - Palatine, United States - JOURNEYS | The Road Home

Description

Under the general direction of the Facilities/Transportation Manager, the Part-time Driver is responsible for the overall transportation needs of the agency.

• Overview:_

• Essential Requirements:_
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Have a valid driver's license
• Have a good driving record
• Comfort with driving an 8 passenger bus (no special license required)
• Pass driving test administered by a supervisor
• Pass a criminal background check
• Ability to lift and move items in excess of 40 pounds
• An ability to follow instructions and follow a schedule
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Subscription to and integration of the agency's core values of Respect, Teamwork, Mission-Driven, and Commitment
• Core Competencies:_
• Demonstrate effective communication skills
• Adapt to changing work priorities
• Maintain composure under stressful situations
• Maintain confidentiality
• Take initiative in problem solving

• Pick up and deliver donations
• Drive clients to appointments
• Pick up/drop off of clients to and from PADS Sites
• Pick up soiled linens from PADS Sites, deliver clean linens to PADS sites
• Other duties as assigned

• Coordinate flex schedule with supervisor
• Report maintenance needs of the vehicles
• Coordinate scheduled maintenance appointments
• Do not allow the vehicle to register under a quarter tank of gas
• Fill up gas tank as needed
• Assure that all vehicle fluids are maintained at the appropriate levels
• Other duties as assigned
• Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. The Board of Directors reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position._
• This work is primarily sedentary and requires travel throughout the service area as well as within the greater Chicago areas. The work schedule varies depending on the needs and services of the organization. Evening and weekend work is necessary in order to attend meetings or to participate in events. This position will require exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. _

• High school or equivalent (preferred)

• Driving: 1 year (preferred)

• Driver's License (preferred)