Driver

DRIVER

Department:              Housing

Reports To:                Operations Manager

FLSA:                         Non-Exempt

Union Affiliation:       Non-Bargaining

Employment Status: Part-time (varies, approximately 8-12 hours weekly)

Schedule:                   TBD

POSITION SUMMARY

The Driver is responsible for providing transportation services essential to HACD residents to maintain their independence. This is a part-time position that pays $16 an hour. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(The omission of specific statements regarding duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment in association with the position.)

1. Transports residents to and from destinations in a safe, efficient manner.
2. Follows a schedule for pick-up and drop-off of riders.
3. Maintains accurate records concerning mileage, trips, and any incidents that may occur during service delivery.
4. Assists residents into and out of van and helps by lifting or carrying items.
5. Performs routine vehicle inspections and fills vehicle with fuel.
6. Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.
2. Sufficiently follows written instructions. 
3. Operate an Agency vehicle in accordance with state laws and Agency policies.
4. Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
5. Knowledgeable of the characteristics, lifestyles, and special needs of low-income families and individuals.
6. Knowledge of Authority policies and procedures.
7. Meet the public with courtesy and tact.
8. Ability to work independently.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. High school diploma or GED required.
2. Valid State of Connecticut Class A or B driver's license with clean driving record required.
3. One year customer service related experience to include some experience interacting with others required.
4. Experience working with low-income and or special needs individuals preferred.
5. Bilingual ability in Spanish is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. 

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear at normal volumes.  Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently required to use hands or fingers to handle, feel or operate objects or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms.  The employee may be required to climb, or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch.  The employee may be required to lift up to 25 pounds.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veterans

The Housing Authority of the City of Danbury is also a drug-free workplace.