Sun Van Driver (Part-time)

Position Summary

Safely operate a paratransit vehicle using an assigned passenger schedule to determine route; pick up, transport, and drop off persons whose disabilities prevent them from using fixed-route bus service; work odd shifts, weekends, and special events. This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

About the Role

This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Essential And Supplemental Functions

• Sign in and obtain appropriate schedule for assigned route; prepare vehicle by checking safety features, warming up engine, inspecting tie downs, wheelchair lifts, stanchion poles, first aid kits, and fire extinguishers and checking interior and exterior of van for damage.
• Ensure safety of the passengers; courteously assist passengers as requested or necessary; check van for lost articles and perform necessary good housekeeping duties.
• Report mechanical malfunctions on vehicle defect card; check other safety features periodically or at the end of the scheduled run.
• Submit required reports and other forms for accidents, injuries and incidents, lost articles or other situations as necessary.
• Perform radio dispatch and fixed-route duties as assigned.
• Respond to emergency transportation needs as required.
• Assist in the training of new drivers as necessary.
• Work odd shifts, weekends and special events.

Supplemental Functions

• Perform other job related duties as necessary or assigned.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

• High School diploma or GED or successful completion of one (1) WorkKeys® Skills Assessments (listed below).
• Experience in driving an Americans with Disabilities (ADA) accessible vehicle is preferred.
• In lieu of the High School Diploma or GED, you may qualify for this position through passing Workkeys® assessments. Click here for information on how to schedule a Workkeys® assessment OR send an email to publicserviceuniversity@cabq.gov OR call (505) 768-3200. The Workkeys® scores needed for this position are as follows: Graphic Literacy with a minimum score of Level 3

Additional Requirements

• Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
• Possession of a valid City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
• Must pass physical exam and required drug testing and successfully complete Sun Van Chauffeur training.

Working Conditions

• Environmental Vehicle and garage environment; exposure to noise and fumes;
• Work odd shifts, weekends and special events.

Physical

• Essential and supplemental functions require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting for prolonged periods of time;
• Frequent pushing and pulling motions, squatting (repeated), kneeling and stooping (repeated bending)
• Moderate to heavy lifting and carrying;
• Operation of large motorized vehicles.