COA Bus & Van Driver - CDL Passenger

About the role

The Town of Brookline’s Council on Aging seeks a Bus & Van Driver with a CDL Passenger Endorsement to provide transportation services for older adult residents.

Responsibilities

• Operate Council on Aging buses, vans, and other Town-owned vehicles according to an established schedule
• Drive the daily COA bus route; assist riders getting on and off the bus
• Drive riders from their residence to Senior Center, essential locations, and other various field trips as needed
• Maintain the bus and other vehicles in good operating condition
• Clean and fuel the bus and other vehicles; assist in planning schedule of vehicle maintenance; keep the maintenance schedule file up to date
• Collect daily fees paid by riders and turn over monies to the COA office
• Treat riders respectfully
• Make referrals to social work staff when social service needs are noticed
• Contact emergency personnel and follow procedures for falls and other accidents
• Use Town-issued cell phone to communicate delays or problems
• Assist in providing feedback to annual surveys
• Attend trainings as mandated by COA office and Town of Brookline
• Participate in Town drug testing program

Qualifications

• Valid Massachusetts Commercial Driver’s License, Class B (P designation)
• Clean driving record that is free of accidents or moving violations, or any other issues that would indicate a history of unsafe driving
• Two to three years of commercial bus driving experience
• A high school diploma or equivalent; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Pay

The position pays $22.91 hourly with excellent municipal health and dental insurance benefits, paid leave time, and pension system.

Schedule

This is a full-time position.