Driver (CDL) - (Part-Time)

Under the direction and guidance of the Transportation Supervisor, transports residents to various events and appointments both on and off campus. May also transport staff on site or, in an emergency, off campus. Operates automobiles, small and large passenger buses, and presents a positive image of Williamsburg Landing while maintaining caring and effective relationships with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Performs pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and reports any mechanical or electrical failure to the Transportation Coordinator; using own judgment, determines if assigned vehicle is safe to drive
• Picks up residents or staff at the appointed time and place; escorts residents to the vehicle; helps residents with packages, walkers, wheelchairs or other impediments to easy entry into the vehicle
• Ensures resident, and wheelchair if in use, are safely secured with seat belt or locking mechanisms before beginning the trip
• Follows all road safety rules; reports any accident immediately to the Transportation Supervisor; follows Williamsburg Landing procedures for obtaining emergency roadside assistance
• Completes passenger logs and turns them in to the Transportation Supervisor
• Maintains vehicle cleanliness, comfort, and safety
• Makes meal deliveries to shut-in residents
• Evaluates work processes and methods and submits recommendations for continuous quality improvement
• Assists in covering extra trips and non-scheduled shifts as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must possess a current driving license from the Commonwealth of Virginia and have a good driving record
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a class A, B, or C with passenger endorsement required
• Department of Transportation (DOT) physical required at the time of hire
• Weekends required; some evenings/nights required for special events

Skills

• Ability to speak, read, and write in English
• Ability to safely and regularly lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in the event of an emergency
• General knowledge of the roads in the Williamsburg and Hampton Roads area is preferred

Pay

$18.00/hr. - $27.50/hr., based on experience