Shuttle Driver

Shuttle Driver Job Description

Reports to: Shuttle Driver Supervisor
Department: Emergency Shelter
Region: Kern County

AM Schedule: Friday - Monday: 5:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
PM Schedule: Friday - Monday: 1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m and Sunday 11:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.

Job Summary: The Shuttle Driver is responsible for the transportation of guests to and from the Emergency Shelter Program. The objective of this position is to safely drive and help to maintain the shuttling vehicles associated with the program, so that guests may access and leave the site in a safe and orderly manner. In addition to driving, this position requires route planning, safety checks, and providing shelter logistics support during non-driving time.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Driving, Reporting, and Shelter Support

• Drive program vehicles in a safe and orderly manner to predetermined approved locations
• Check that all safety restraints are in working order and are used correctly when needed
• Maintain the overall cleanliness of the vehicles
• Safely load all guests in the safest way possible
• Safely and appropriately use hydraulic wheelchair lifts
• Type and plan daily routes based off several possible drop-off locations
• Generate daily/weekly route and maintenance reports, to be turned into management for records
• Meet transportation goals in a challenging and always changing atmosphere
• Work with a partner to see maintenance issues taken care of as needed
• Assist in the implementation of all shelter activities to ensure quality delivery of services, including meals, laundry, emptying trash, and overall cleanliness of the facility

Miscellaneous:

• Attend staff meetings
• Attend training workshops as needed
• Perform ad hoc projects as appointed by Supervisor

Requirements: 

Education and Experience

• Must possess a clean driving record with no limitations
• Must be comfortable driving large vehicles (averaging 24 feet in length) with wide turning ratios
• Possess a high level of tolerance and understanding for individuals who are present for services with urgent multiple case management and health needs

General

• Ability to work effectively with a diverse population; plan, organize and prioritize duties; crisis intervention as needed; clearly communicate information and instructions verbally and in written form; maintain a positive, professional and safe environment while on duty; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Dependability, responsibility, and the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully
• Must be detail‐oriented and computer proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, as well as Internet-based browsers
• Fluency in Spanish is of significant value

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Candidates should be able to remain focused and able to drive safely despite constant distractions
• A valid CA Class C Driver’s License is required