Overview
Van Driver – Part Time Jobs in Melbourne, FL at Brevard Alzheimers Foundation Inc
Responsible for the safety and well-being of passengers being transported.
Perform a comprehensive written inspection of the van daily, reporting any conditions of concern to the maintenance coordinator, before transporting passengers.
Ability to follow through on scheduled routing and read a street map.
Ensure van is always fueled and ready for use.
Comply with efficient and safe van routes ensuring passengers trips are not longer than necessary.
Follow road and safety regulations.
Report any traffic violations to the Transportation Lead immediately.
Ensure all passengers are in safety restraints at all times during transportation.
Follow van safety procedures when loading and unloading.
Make certain no passenger is left alone on van without adult supervision at any time, including passengers final drop off at the end of the van route.
Check that passengers who are visibly sick or complaining of feeling sick remain with their family.
Inform designated staff about passengers who will be absent for the day.
Follow van cleaning procedures.
Routinely inventories, van emergency first aid supplies and equipment, report needs to the Transportation Lead or delegated staff person.
Identify people authorized by caregivers to receive the passengers in order to drop off only to the authorized people.
Evacuate passengers according to written and practiced procedures in case of an accident/emergency.
Physical ability to perform job, including operating wheelchair lift and pull/push or move 250 lbs in a wheelchair. May have to assist transferring participants from wheelchair to van seat and back to wheelchair.
Report to delegated nurse the need of medical assistance in case of an emergency, as well as completing a written accident report as required.
Attend and participate in driver’s meetings and in-service training.
Perform other duties as assigned.
SAFE RIDE
Communicate with program director of any changes in client appointments or status of client.
MOBILE PANTRY
Safely and efficiently deliver food boxes/bags to client’s address.
Communicate with program director of any changes in route scheduled or status of food clients.
Ensure food boxes/bags are in good condition before delivery. Never leave perishable food in van for extended periods of time. Use freezer blanket for perishable items.
High School graduate or GED required.
Must pass Level 2 background screening and drug testing prior to hire.
Must have one year experience driving a VAN with a capacity of 14 people and no less than 10 year driving experience.
Valid Florida State driver’s license with no moving violations or accidents in the past three years required.
Must be at least 25 years of age for insurance purposes.
A minimum of one year professional driving experience preferred.
Must maintain insurability through agency’s carrier.
Must successfully complete all training classes as required.
Title: Van Driver – Part Time
Company: Brevard Alzheimers Foundation Inc
Location: Melbourne, FL
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