Van Driver

Provides transportation services to passengers served by the department to ensure their safe transportation.

• Greets passengers and assists them entering and exiting the van and with luggage or packages.
• Transports passengers to their requested destinations within local and surrounding areas. 
• Conducts vehicle pre-maintenance inspections prior to usage and conducts safety and security checks at the end of the day. 
• Keeps records of pickups and drop-offs.
• Regularly cleans and maintains the vehicle.
• Monitors the passengers and enforces rules to ensure passengers’ safety.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimal related experience (less than 6 months) working with senior citizens preferred. 

Licenses and/or Certifications:

• Valid VA driver’s license required.
• First Aid and CPR certifications preferred.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of senior citizens’ and adults that have special needs, preferred
• Knowledge of vehicle, radio communication system, and laws and regulations governing van operation 

Skills:

• Customer service, oral and written communication skills
• Skill in operating van and making minor repairs

Abilities:

• Ability to drive a multiple passenger van
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with patrons

Work Environment:

• Worker is exposed to outdoor weather conditions, extreme noise, odors, heights and/or dust.

Essential Physical Activities:

• Stooping, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, hearing, seeing -up close, seeing far away, kneeling, pushing, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception.
• Typical weight handled: up to 50 pounds