7D Van Driver

Position Summary

Provides safe transportation to and from program sites while maintaining a supportive and positive atmosphere. May also provide support in other areas as assigned.

Culture

Inclusive, fun and welcoming culture. Supportive environment where all team members thrive. Mission: Strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. Values: Welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, determined.

Essential Functions

• Drives van safely according to YMCA policies and procedures and state laws.
• Completes thorough before-and-after trip checks each day and record all information.
• Records gas level, mileage, and maintenance on designated forms.
• Cleans out van each day.
• Promotes safety at all times by keeping first aid supplies fully stocked.
• Active support of our DEIB statement and putting into practice our commitment to equity, diversity, belonging and inclusion.
• Develops friendly and positive relationships among staff, volunteers, parents, teachers and children.
• Communicates regularly with other staff members and supervisor.

Qualifications

• Minimum one-year work experience as a van driver.
• Possess appropriate class license (7D License).
• Knowledge of the rules/guidelines related to 7D passenger vehicles.
• Committing to support and further our anti-racist work as an organization.
• Learning about our initiatives and the continuous work and being able to vocalize with members if needed.
• Certifications required within 30 days of hire: CPR and First Aid.
• Desire and ability to work with children.
• Track record of building relationships with staff, volunteers, and parents.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely drive a van for long periods of time.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.