Substitute Van Driver / Recreation Aide

GENERAL SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Sr. Center Director, this part time, person is responsible for safely operating a van to pick up and discharge senior and handicapped passengers; performs other related recreation and Sr. Center work. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Operates a van which provides transportation for senior and handicapped individuals. 2. Maintains records relating to his or her van/bus itinerary. 3. Insures that the transported citizen’s exit and enter safely from the van/bus and are properly left at their destination. 4. Maintains the interior and exterior of the van/bus at all times and report all defects or malfunctions to the Director of Sr. Center. (Including snow removal.) 5. Ability to aide passengers in the event of an accident or other emergency. 6. Ability to effectively communicate orally to passengers related to the senior transportation program, passenger destinations and emergency situations. 7. Interacts positively with the public in a cheerful and courteous manner. 8. Display a positive image to the public and coworkers consistent with the department’s goals of providing the best possible services to the community. 9. Perform additional duties as assigned. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Education/Training 1. Graduate from High School or completion of a G.E.D. Certificate. 2. Possess a valid RI, CDL operator’s license with a passenger endorsement. Job Description Substitute Van Driver / Recreation Aide FLSA- Non- Exempt 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Please refer to the functional job description. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants unable to fill one or more of these responsibilities. 

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

1. Performs most duties in and around Town’s van and bus. 

2. Additional duties are performed within the Sr. Center and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. 

SALARY: As stipulated by the Town Manager. This is an on call, as- needed, position.