Transportation Driver

MISSION:

The mission of BAC is to provide persons with disabilities innovative services and opportunities to achieve personal success.

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides transportation for BAC participants to and from their home or HUB locations to their work or training sites. Work is performed under close supervision with minimal latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The list of essential functions below is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this job. Other duties may be assigned based on business need.

• Provides safe and timely transportation of BAC participants to their scheduled destinations; remains flexible regarding the daily schedule due to changes in participant needs or traffic issues and/or inclement weather.
• Maintains a clean and safe transportation vehicle and work area (example: vehicle, floor, machinery, equipment).
• Complete a pre and post inspection of the vehicle.
• Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner.
• Refuels transportation vehicles with gas as needed; maintains security of the gas card and turns in all gas receipts.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date participant travel and vehicle logs.
• Maintains updated inventory of materials and equipment to ensure the smooth operation of transportation activities.
• Complete accident reports when necessary.
• Maintain knowledge of first-aid procedures.
• Operate vehicles with specialized equipment, such as wheelchair lifts, to transport and assist passengers as needed.
• Communicates on a professional level with contract personnel, relays pertinent information to the Transportation Program Administrator.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• None

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED; supplemented by some experience driving transport vehicles; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience.
• Must satisfy Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) Level 2 background screening requirements and drug test.
• Must have a valid Florida state drivers’ license with a clean driving record and maintain appropriate insurance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with disability-service and multi-division organizations.
• Two years experience driving individuals in a transport vehicle.

In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications listed above, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions in order to perform this job successfully.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, capabilities, limitations, and safety aspects of transport vehicles.
• Ability to learn to operate a computer using Microsoft Office suite and applicable department/organization specific software.
• Ability to drive transport vehicles in a safe, courteous, and lawful manner.
• Ability to correctly interpret and efficiently implement all applicable policies and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to regularly attend work and arrive punctually for designated work schedule.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

TRAVEL

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out of area and overnight travel may be expected.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE (IF APPLICABLE)

Must be authorized to access and work on government installations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Depending on the functional area of the assignment, tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort usually involving some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials lightweight (up to 20 pounds). Have good fine motor skills and reflexes, eyesight, and hearing.

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Tasks are regularly performed inside without exposure to adverse environmental conditions (example: dirt, cold, heat, rain, fumes).

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Some tasks require manual dexterity, in addition to visual and hearing acuity.

Availability: Monday- Friday; Full Time Temporary Position

Salary/Rate of Pay: $17 an hour

Accepting applications until positions filled…

Applications may be completed through our website: https://bacemploy.com/

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Brevard Achievement Center

Providing innovative services for individuals with disabilities to achieve personal success!

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are a Drug-Free Workplace.