The Transport Driver is responsible for the inspection and maintenance of department vehicles, and the transportation of elderly and frail patrons. They will use department software to enter client ride information and input vehicle information as required by AR-DOT. A Transport Driver should be comfortable and competent driving large vehicles, have an affinity for the elderly population, and meet the physical and educational requirements outlined below.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES 1. Perform pre-trip inspections of the vans to ensure that they are safe and ready to be driven.
2. Perform daily and monthly inspections of vehicles.
3. Safely board & un-board clients, per Transportation Guidelines.
4. Enforce van rules to ensure a safe and pleasant ride for everyone. Report any undisciplined clients to the Office Administrator.
5. Keep vehicles fueled from the Public Works fuel pumps.
6. Report any accidents and complete required reports.
7. Provide backup to the Transportation Team if they are out of the office, by taking calls & scheduling rides.
8. Advise the Supervisor of any vehicles that need to be taken out of service for repair or maintenance.
9. Document any maintenance issues with 5310 grant vehicles in the ARDOT/FTA book.
10. Document any information about the vehicles provided to you by other drivers.
11. Scan all daily vehicle inspection sheets and save them on the computer system.
12. Keep Senior Services vehicles clean and sanitary at all times; this may include training and/or supervising volunteers who assist in cleaning vehicles.
13. Complete monthly reports, and turn them in to your Supervisor within 5 days of the month's end.
14. Perform other related duties as required or assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The education and experience listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities generally necessary to fulfill this requirement.
High school diploma, or general education degree (GED) and
1 - 6 months of related experience or training; or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have a valid driver license and a good driving record. HOURS: Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 1 pm. Additional days may be assigned in advance.
Only online applicants will be considered for this role. Answers to supplemental questions may be used to screen for minimum qualifications. Please include a complete work history when completing your application. Work history may impact the initial salary offer amount for the successful candidate. A list of qualified applicants will be considered active for up to six (6) months and may be used to fill future openings with the same or similar minimum qualifications. All communication regarding your application status will be sent via the phone number/email address listed on your application, so please be sure to list current and accurate contact information.
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE It is the policy of the City of Maumelle to maintain a work environment free from the unlawful manufacture distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance as defined by the Federal Control Substance Act or similar state statutes and free from the use possession, and effect of alcoholic beverages. The City of Maumelle recognizes that drugs and alcohol impair employee judgment, which may result in increased safety risks hazards to the public, employee injuries, faulty decision-making, and reduced productivity. Therefore, the City of Maumelle expects all employees to be in a state of mind and physical condition fit to complete their assigned duties safely and competently during work hours.
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION The City of Maumelle is an equal-opportunity employer
The City of Maumelle (the "City") is committed to assuring full compliance with,
and is prohibited by law from violating , all civil rights provisions of federal statutes and related authorities that prohibit discrimination in programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance. Therefore, the City of Maumelle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, political opinions or affiliation, or any protected class, in the admission, access to and treatment in the City's programs and activities, as well as the City's hiring or employment practices, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Complaints of alleged violation and inquiries regarding the City's non-discrimination policies may be directed to: Director of Human Resources (EEO/DBE/ Title VI Coordinator), 550 Edgewood Drive, Maumelle, AR 72113,
