Van Driver

Description:

The primary focus of this position is to transport food and supplies from the main kitchen to the senior centers on an established route.

Responsibilities:

• Transport meals by picking them up at the main kitchen and following an established route.
• Responsible for observing and following all applicable laws including posted speed limits, safe following distances and defensive driving techniques as well as Agency policies.
• Responsible for reporting ANY incidents or accidents immediately.
• Responsible for inspecting and cleaning the inside and the outside of the vehicle daily. Complete any repairs and perform regular maintenance.
• Responsible for maintaining a daily log including mileage and maintenance. Complete all other reports as required by the Program Director on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
• Attend all training and safety meetings as required.
• Responsible for delivering homebound meals when required following an established route.
• Responsible for informing Outreach Worker, Center Director or main office when homebound client is not home to accept a meal.
• Responsible for returning unused meals to the main office.
• Responsible for obtaining client signatures as a receipt of delivery of a meal. Meals are not to be left if the client is not home to accept it.
• Responsible for picking up and delivering interoffice mailboxes to and from the main office to the Agency sites on the driver’s route.
• Responsible for assisting with unloading and storing of all U.S.D.A. foods and other deliveries as needed.
• All other related duties as assigned or required.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license which remains in good standing and proof of insurance.
• Must maintain a Defensive Driving Certification.
• Some knowledge of auto mechanics and routine maintenance required.
• Must possess knowledge of the geographical area.
• Ability to read and follow map, verbal and written directions.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds maximum.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one or small group situation to clients and other Agency employees.

This is a Temporary/Part-Time and Non Exempt position. Typical hours are Monday-Friday 7:30AM-12:30PM.Extended work hours are periodically required to support programs and activities. Must be able to work occasional evening and weekend hours.

Job Types: Contract, Temporary

Pay: $14.00 per hour

Day range:

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday

Experience level:

• 1 year
• No experience needed
• Under 1 year

Shift:

• Day shift
• Morning shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Georgetown, DE 19947: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person