Non‑Commercial Program Driver - Adult Day Services - M-F Days

Requirements

• Valid Class C driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the required California Highway Patrol (CHP) driver certification (VDDP-Vehicle Driver Disciplinary Program) within 4 months of employment.
• Ability to successfully complete behind‑the‑wheel training and skills assessment within 4 months of employment.

Location and Hours

Location: Riverside
Hours: Full-time - Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm - Must be flexible to work outside program hours for special events.

Benefits

• Hourly Starting Pay Rate: $21.00 per hour
• *plus full benefits*
• *We provide CPR/First Aid certification for Adult Day Services*
• Excellent Monday through Friday work schedule.
• No weekends or evenings
• Full-time positions are eligible for:
• Medical, dental, & vision
• 401k program
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 per year
• Student loan counseling program
• 15 days of paid time off
• 11 paid holidays

Overview of Position

Provides safe and reliable transportation services for adults with disabilities to and from designated locations. Operates non-commercial vehicles in accordance with all applicable safety, regulatory, and organizational standards. Supports passengers with professionalism, courtesy, and sensitivity to individual needs, contributing to a consistent, respectful, and person-centered transportation experience.

Essential Functions

• Safely operates non-commercial vehicles in accordance with all traffic laws, California Vehicle Code requirements, and ESSC policies.
• Conducts required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure vehicle safety and operational readiness.
• Operates vehicles with a maximum passenger capacity of nine (9) individuals; the driver is counted as the tenth occupant.
• Operates paratransit vans with a gross vehicle weight of up to 10,000 pounds.
• Transports passengers to assigned program sites on a daily basis and during scheduled outings as required.
• Ensures the health and safety of passengers by following all ESSC safety standards and California Vehicle Code policy and procedures.
• Maintains accurate pre-use inspection logs, safety documentation, and daily mileage records.
• Promptly reports accidents, incidents, injuries, or safety concerns to the supervisor.
• Maintains a clean, orderly, and safe environment for passengers at all times.
• Performs other related duties as assigned based on program needs.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Experience operating multi-passenger vehicles with a weight capacity of up to 10,000 lbs. preferred.
• Two years of experience in non-commercial paratransit operations preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to pass required background checks and fingerprint clearance through Community Care Licensing, if program-required.
• Ability to successfully complete behind-the-wheel training and skills assessment within 4 months of employment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, through oral and written skills, with all levels of staff and the general public.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and decision-making in safety-sensitive situations.
• Ability to properly interpret and implement all policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Strong working knowledge of GPS systems and route navigation.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds repetitively.
• Ability to walk, stoop, stand, kneel for extended periods of time.
• Ability to push/pull wheelchair on a variety of terrain.
• Ability to pass post-offer medical examinations as required.

Physical Requirements

• Carrying/Lifting: Frequent/Up to 70 lbs.
• Standing: Frequent/Up to 4 hours per day.
• Sitting: Occasional/Up to 3 hours per day.
• Walking: Frequent/Up to 4 hours per day.
• Travel: Yes.
• Repetitive Motion/Activity: Ability to walk, stoop, stand, kneel for extended periods of time.
• Visual Acuity: Ability to view computer monitor and read newsprint.
• Environmental Exposure: Constant exposure to unpleasant or hazardous working conditions (noise, heat, dust, bodily fluids, etc.).
• Indoor/outdoor environment.