Van Driver (Part-Time)- Veterans Service Office

Description-Classified

SUMMARY
Under direction of the Director/Service Officer or their appointee, operates a passenger van on deviated fixed route and/or demand response basis. Transports, assists, and escorts passengers to and/or from designated locations. Maintains records, logs, and reports, identifying passenger cancellations and no shows, vehicle inspection reports, mileage logs; Ensures safety of van and passengers by enforcing rules of conduct and operation; Adheres to check-in and check-out times as scheduled; Performs pre-and post-trip vehicle inspections to identify damaged or defective equipment and performs minor maintenance; Enters all trip data on manifest as trips are performed; Completes daily report forms; Cleans vehicle.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates passenger van on a deviated fixed route or demand-response basis; Receives daily driving assignments and schedules and modifies routes as needed based on passengers, no shows, or other changes caused by changing service needs; picks up and discharges passengers either at our office or where indicated; Maintains communication with office at all times.
• Promotes a positive image of Medina County Veterans Service Office by fostering positive public relations, provides passengers with transit information and ensures they have round trip transportation free of charge; Assists passengers needing help boarding and departing vehicle.
• Ensures van and passenger safety by enforcing rules of conduct and operation; Ensures seat/shoulder belts and lap belts are properly fastened; Enters all trip data on manifest as trips are performed; Maintains records, logs, and reports identifying passenger cancellations and no shows, vehicle inspection reports and enters them into database daily.
• Performs pre-and post-trip vehicle inspections to identify damaged or defective equipment; keeps alert for mechanical or other equipment problems requiring attention; performs minor maintenance to vehicle en-route; reports accidents and equipment malfunctions to proper authority. Completes daily report forms, which record passengers, mechanical defects, and necessary supplies, etc; cleans interior and exterior of vehicle. Performs work safely in accordanc4e with departmental safety procedures, County safety program and Department of Transportation standards (DOT).
• Reports unusual, unsafe or emergencies such as stranded motorist, drunk drivers, hazardous road conditions etc.; Checks van for lost items and reports same, turns in lost articles.
• Participates in informational and training meetings; Provides input to Director/Service Officer in a respectful manner; Provides feedback concerning operating policies and procedures; Attends meetings, programs, and in-service training as assigned; Maintains current required licenses and certificates.
• Performs general department duties as assigned and assists with other duties when unusual circumstances occur as assigned

This is a part time hourly position 20-29 hours a week (No Benefits); Workday is from 7:30 – 12:00 PM unless otherwise directed; overtime is subject to approval per County Policy.

***In Accordance with the Ohio Revised Code Title 59 the applicant must be a veteran or, if a qualified veteran is not available, the spouse, surviving spouse, child, or parent of a veteran.

Please complete the application below print it out and mail to, Medina County Veterans Service Commission, 210 Northland Drive – Medina, Ohio 44256

Medina County Veterans Service Commission
210 Northland Drive – Medina, Ohio 44256
PH: (330) 722-9368 – FAX: (330) 722-9378
E-mail: [email protected]
Website:

Phone: 330-722-9209

Fax: 330-722-9342

144 North Broadway Street
Room 202
Medina, OH 44256

Monday - Friday
8:00AM - 4:30PM