What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Provider position at City of Lancaster, TX?
Salary : $18.85 - $20.78 Hourly
Location : Lancaster, TX
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 5210-2024-2
Department : Parks & Recreation
Division : Senior Life Center
Opening Date : 12 / 17 / 2024
Summary
Under the direct supervision of the Senior Life Center Supervisor, this position is responsible for operating the City's transport vehicles, which include a van, a minibus, and a full-sized school bus. The primary duty involves transporting participants of all ages-children, youth, teens, adults, and seniors-to and from the City's recreational facilities, as well as various off-site activities and field trips. This role emphasizes ensuring safe and efficient transit for all passengers.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Provides customer service to patrons in person, by email and phone.
- Assists with congregate meal registration, membership, and orientation.
- Data input of member information, assist with serving of daily meals, assist with the cleaning of dining hall and kitchen at conclusion of daily lunch program.
- Completes daily facility checklist and report broken or damaged equipment for repair or replacement.
- Follows opening / closing procedures.
- Ensure classrooms are clean and safe before and after each class or meeting by adequately sanitizing surfaces and arranging furniture. Monitor and restock supplies to keep the space organized.
- Develop and implement monthly outing schedules based on seniors' interests and preferences, including outdoor visits, cultural experiences, and social events.
- Assist instructors during classes by managing the classroom, assisting with activities, and guiding students as needed.
- Assists with training of volunteers; assists with organizing and facilitating monthly meetings of the committees as well.
- Assist senior citizens on and off of the bus when the need arises.
- The van driver may work in inclement weather conditions and occasional night driving.
- Cleans and maintains busses to assure safe operating conditions prior to and after each use.
- Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in City and department attendance policies and procedures.
- Performs preventative maintenance by checking and refilling all fluid and fuel levels.
- Reports necessary maintenance and repair needs to supervisor or Fleet Manager as needed.
- Maintains records of passengers, mileage, gasoline, destination addresses and purpose of trip.
- Mop, Sweep and clean common areas and restrooms
- Serves as primary transportation provider Youth Services and Senior Services
- Other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Education and / or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Must possess a valid Texas Driver's license CDL with passenger endorsement required. Must successfully complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.
The City of Lancaster offer a complete benefits packeage to full-time employees which includes : health care; paid holidays, vacation time, sick leave, retirement, longevity, tuition reimbersemet and more.
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Do you have a CDL with a passenger endorsement?
Have you ever driven for a Senior or Recreation Center prior? If so, where and how long?
Have you ever worked within Municipal Government? If so, where and how long?
Have you ever worked with a Senior Center preparing / serving meals, cleaning, creating events etc.? If so, explain.
Required Question
Salary : $19 - $21
