Driver-QU554701

Description

NOTE: All applicants must comply with ICL"s vaccination policy. Individuals selected for employment cannot begin working until they provide verification that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (with an FDA-authorized vaccine).

JOB SUMMARY:

This is a responsible non-supervisory position. Incumbent performs all duties within guidelinesprovided by Program Director and other policies and procedures, such as the Authorized DriverHandbook. Duties include operating and maintaining transportation vehicles with a focus on safetyand client courtesy; performing daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections; performing minormaintenance tasks on the vehicles when necessary; fueling the vehicles; ensuring that periodicscheduled vehicle maintenance is completed and reported; documenting client usage; preparing tripreports; preparing accident and incident reports as necessary; assisting client in and out of the vehicleas needed; providing safety briefing to clients ; and providing other services as requested bymanagement when not engaged in transportation service.

ESSENTIAL TASKS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.

+ Operates assigned vehicle in a safe and courteous manner;

+ Maintains defensive driving;

+ Provides a communication link between clients and staff, and between program where clientsreside and program to which client is being transported including relaying information,delivering paperwork, etc;

+ Assists clients, in and out of the vehicle as necessary; operates ramps, lifts and securementdevices as needed;

+ Reads and interprets maps and driving directions to plan the most efficient route service forclients or as instructed by supervisor, and reads and interprets road signs in English;

+ Presents safety briefing to passengers prior to each trip departure;

+ Keeps the assigned vehicle(s) clean inside and outside;

+ Maintains accurate, up-to-date records on trip sheets, client transportation forms, vehiclemaintenance, fuel purchases, incident reports, accident reports, vehicle condition reports andother records that are requested by management;

+ Performs minor maintenance tasks on assigned vehicle(s) as required;

+ Fuels the assigned vehicle(s);

+ Coordinates the schedule for major or periodic vehicle maintenance with management andstaff to minimize service interruptions;

+ Responds immediately to accident or medical emergencies by notifying emergency responseproviders;

+ May provide (if instructed by supervisor) clients with peer counseling; and

+ Serves as a positive role model while providing transportation service.

+ Attends all required training, including any assigned safety and safe driver courses

+ Performs other job related duties that may be assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

+ Knowledge of the Vehicle and Traffic Law as it applies to the safe and legal operation of thevehicle in question.

+ Knowledge of the nature of cargo carried (if any) and any special handling required.

+ knowledge of simple automotive repair and maintenance procedures.

+ Ability in the operation of motor vehicles as required.

+ Ability to lift and carry crates, cartons, boxes and other cargo onto and off of transport vehiclesif necessary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or GED. Candidates must possess a clean New York State driver licenseappropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated. Candidates may be required to possess theappropriate level CDL Class A, B, C or General Class D license. Maintenance of a clean valid NYSdriver's license is a requirement for continuing employment.