Transportation Representative
Date Available: Immediately
Job Type: Full time, 30-40 hours per week with a scheduled start time of 7:30am
Salary: $15.00 hourly
Supervisor: Manager of Transportation Services
Location: Lowell Center
Position Summary
Driving to improve the quality of life and access to important resources for older adults throughout our community and Kent County.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. *Other duties as assigned.
- Provide transportation to nutrition sites, shopping, medical services, social services, etc. as needed and as scheduled through the RideLink dispatch system, and work with RideLink in cooperation with the Centers for special trips.
- Maintain daily records of all program services as directed.
- Perform daily pre-trip inspections, follow the established maintenance schedule.
- Provide ambulatory assistance and provide other transportation related assistance as needed.
- Maintain the vehicle's general maintenance, cleanliness, and safety and immediately report any observed maintenance and/or safety deficiencies to the Transportation Manager.
- Participate in trainings and meetings as directed.
Qualifications
Education / Experience
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Chauffeur License required.
Competencies
- Intermediate written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to understand and effectively work with a wide variety of human dynamics and behavior.
- Ability to take initiative and complete detailed tasks.
- Excellent navigation skills and proficiency in using navigation applications to find locations.
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Evidence of effective problem resolution skills, work independently and follow scheduled plans.
- Ability to handle stressful situations and creatively solve problems in a positive manner.
- Demonstrate and promote a positive image of the agency to the community.
- Ability to demonstrate positive attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and a sense of humor in working with diverse older adult participants, donors, volunteers, team members, and the community.
Special Licensing
Expected Hours of Work
- Standard office hours are M-F 8:00 am-4:30 pm.
Physical Demands / Work Environment
- Must be able to drive a vehicle for prolonged periods of time.
- Must be able and willing to assist persons requiring help in and out of vehicles.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
- Must have a valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record and access to private transportation that meets state insurance requirements and vehicle safety standards to use on agency business.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Senior Neighbors is an equal opportunity employer.
- Committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and a racism-free culture in the workplace and our community.
- Committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability, please contact us.
- Provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetics in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
*Other duties - Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please email a cover letter and your resume to Manager of Transportation Services, Kim Doyle at [email protected]. You may also send both by mail to Senior Neighbors, Inc. Attn: Kim Doyle, 678 Front Ave NW Suite 205, Grand Rapids, MI 49504.
