What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vehicle Operator position at E Logic?
The Department of For-Hire Vehicles (DFHV), under the Office of Contracting and Procurement (OCP), is seeking multiple Part-Time Motor Vehicle Operators (Non-CDL) for the DC School Connect (DCSC) program. Operators will provide safe and reliable transportation services for students to and from schools within designated Safe Passage Zones in Wards 7 and 8.
Operators will work collaboratively with assigned DCSC Aides to ensure the safety and well-being of all passengers during transportation services.
Responsibilities:
- Provide safe, reliable, and efficient transportation services for DCSC-authorized students.
- Operate vehicles designed to carry 10 or more passengers, such as passenger vans, shuttles, or sedans.
- Conduct pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, ensuring functionality and safety of vehicle components, including tires, lights, oil levels, and first aid kits.
- Maintain accurate trip logs and records, documenting mileage, fuel usage, and stops.
- Report defects, traffic violations, accidents, or operational issues immediately.
- Keep vehicles clean and sanitized daily after each commute.
- Ensure compliance with vehicle emergency evacuation plans and execute evacuations as needed.
- Adhere strictly to DCSC policies, including only transporting authorized students.
- Work closely with DCSC Aides to ensure student safety and supervision during transportation.
- Follow all communication protocols, including reporting issues to the DCSC Dispatcher.
Minimum Qualifications:
- A clean driving record with zero incidents of serious motor vehicle violations (e.g., DUI, reckless driving, hit-and-run).
- Must pass a criminal background check.
- At least 2 years of experience driving commercial passenger vehicles (e.g., shuttle vans, sedans).
- Proof of a negative TB test.
- Possess and maintain a valid license appropriate for assigned vehicles.
- Current and valid CPR and First Aid certifications, maintained without lapse.
Preferred Skills:
- Proven ability to operate vehicles safely in varying traffic and weather conditions.
- Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and inspection procedures.
- Strong communication skills for reporting issues and coordinating with Dispatchers and Aides.
- Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
- Experience in emergency response and vehicle evacuation protocols.
