RATE OF PAY: $16.00 per hour
HOURS: Approximately 20 - 25 hours per week; Days and times will vary
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under the general direction of the Senior Services Coordinator in the Recreation & Parks Department, operates seven- to thirteen-passenger vehicle to transport senior citizens, disabled, and other passengers over designated route. Responsible for safe, efficient and legal operation of vehicle; provides courteous assistance to passengers as needed. Must collect fares, and perform routine inspections and minor maintenance, and prepare reports on vehicles as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Must be able to perform the following with or without reasonable accommodation).
- Drives vehicle over a designated route, including residential streets as well as major thoroughfares; makes frequent stops to board and discharge passengers.
- Assists disabled and senior citizen passengers in boarding and exiting vehicle, including securing wheelchairs to restraining devices as needed.
- Prepares daily records and reports of accidents, incidents and vehicle condition.
- May be required to operate radio or other communication device to report status of vehicle or interruptions in service.
- Required to clean and service vehicle with fuel.
- Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to operate a vehicle in a safe and lawful manner.
- Ability to read a street map in finding unfamiliar locations quickly.
- Ability to work in a time-structured environment under minimal direct supervision and to follow routine written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and problem-solving skills in responding to situations and notifying the proper authorities in a timely manner.
- Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills, and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with the public, including senior citizens and the disabled. Prior experience with senior citizens is a plus.
- Must meet physical requirements as specified by the Federal Dept. of Transportation for coach operators as determined by a post-hire medical examination.
- Must successfully complete post-hire SMART training program.
- Random drug testing.
- Ability to speak and read both Arabic and English preferred.
NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must submit to a criminal history check (including sex offender registry if applicable), driving record check, drug screen, and physical prior to start.
- Possession of valid Michigan Chauffeur's driver license and good driving record required.
- Verification of satisfactory driving record (including no more than three (3) current points)