Driver

Major Responsibilities

• Completes daily runs transporting individuals as assigned by Dispatcher/Director/designee.
• Safeguards individuals’ safety while entering/exiting/onboard vehicles; provides necessary assistance, guidance, and interventions.
• Complies with all applicable Agency and Department policies and procedures, including trainings, safety, cleanliness, seatbelt usage, no eating/drinking in vehicles, refueling at ½ tank, etc.
• Respects and adheres to all Massachusetts State / RMV driving laws.
• Reports all vehicle accidents to Police, Director, and Dispatcher, and completes required documents.
• Cleans and checks vehicle daily before departure, reporting any issues to Dispatcher.

Physical Demands

• Drive / Sit for extended periods while operating a vehicle.
• Enter and exit vehicles multiple times daily.
• Safely assist individuals served while entering, exiting, and around vehicles.
• Maintain wheelchair tie downs and operate wheelchair lifts.
• Bend/kneel to secure wheelchair tie downs.
• Perform general routine vehicle maintenance (cleaning, exterior washing, windshield, windows, dashboards, etc.) and minor repairs.
• Perform task-specific cleaning of vehicles.
• Clear snow/ice from and around vehicles, including shoveling snow.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment

• Driving on public roadways and in active parking lots.
• On foot in and around vehicles and in active parking lots.
• Driving and working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Limited time for office work, sitting at a desk, using a computer.