What are the responsibilities and job description for the Van Driver, Aging Services position at Town of Needham, MA?
Salary : $20.74 Hourly
Location : Needham, MA
Job Type : Part-Time
Job Number : 202100290
Department : Health and Human Services
Division : Aging Services
Opening Date : 01 / 02 / 2025
Closing Date : 1 / 17 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
Description
The Town of Needham seeks a dependable and responsible individual for the position of Van Driver in the Aging Services Division. Under the direction and supervision of the Transportation Program Coordinator, the part-time Van Driver is responsible for safely transporting senior citizens from their homes to the Center at the Heights (CATH) and other local destinations such as grocery stores and pharmacies.
CON #25057
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide safe and dependable transportation to senior citizens in and around Needham
- Assist senior citizens with access to / from the lift-equipped van used in transportation activities
- Load groceries and other packages into and out of the van during grocery / other shopping trips
- Complete daily safety checklist to ensure vehicle is in safe working order; maintain vehicle trip / mileage logs
- Perform preventative maintenance checks; reporting unusual vehicles noises / vibrations, tire wear, leaks or other indicators that the vehicle may require service maintenance
- Ensure and maintain cleanliness inside and outside of the vehicle
Requirements
Preferred Requirements :
Supplemental Information
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking "Apply."
Applications will be accepted until 11 : 59 p.m. on January 17 , 2025.
The Town of Needham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and encouraging workplace. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, age, gender, national origin, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage / civil partnership, pregnancy / maternity, veteran status, or any other protected class. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.
The Town of Needham will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at
This position is not eligible for benefits.
Salary : $21
