What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Meals on Wheels Driver position at Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels and Much, Much More?
Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels
Part Time Delivery Driver
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Field Operations Manager and the Meals on Wheels Coordinator, the Meals on Wheels (MOW) Driver position is responsible for meals on wheels food delivery. This is done following the guidelines of the agency and in compliance with laws, regulations, and contracts. These duties are always performed with the agency mission in mind.
Mission of Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels
Fort Bend Seniors is committed to helping seniors remain independent by enhancing their quality of life through services and resources.
Qualifications and Skills
- Ability to interact and communicate effectively with other employees and the public
- Valid Texas Drivers License and excellent driving record
- Insurable in the State of Texas
- CPR and First Aid Certified (Can acquire after hire)
- Ability to adapt to frequent change, reliable, and dependable work ethic
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Count, pack, and load meals on wheels in morning for delivery
- Drive agency vehicle to deliver meals (as assigned by Meals on Wheels Coordinator) safely and timely
- Employee must be able to read a map or use a GPS (Global Positioning System) to effectively location client homes for meal delivery
- Inform Meals on Wheels Coordinator if change in home bound client condition
- Maintain vehicle, mileage logs, and meal logs and turn in when required
- Responsible for daily vehicle checks, such as oil, gas, water, tires, windshield wipers, vehicle inspection, registration, etc.
- Responsible for notifying Meals on Wheels Coordinator and/or Field Operations Manager when agency vehicle needs service
- Maintain vehicle by cleaning and washing as needed
- Attend all staff training and in-service workshops as required
- Handle additional responsibilities as needed and assigned
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Physical Demands of Job
The physical demands described here are representative, not all inclusive, of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and to use hands and fingers to feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. Climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk or hear, and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
- Main location: Rosenberg Senior Center
- Equipment Used: Vehicles, Telephone, Cell Phone, GPS, and Food Service Equipment
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $10.00 - $12.00 per hour
Work Days:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $10 - $12