Driver

RESPONSIBILITIES

· To provide a first class transportation experience for our members to and from our facility
· To act in a professional and courteous manner at all times
· Make sure that students are secured in their seat belts prior to the trip departure
· Follow safety rules as students are boarding and exiting buses including any applicable COVID guidelines
· Check the conditions of the vehicles tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, gas, and oil to ensure that everything is in working order
· Comply with traffic regulations in order to operate the vehicle in a safe manner
· Regulate, air, heating, lighting, and radio controls for passenger comfort
· Reporting of all accidents, delays, or unusual circumstances to the appropriate management personnel in a timely manner
· Maintenance of a clean van (Interior and Exterior)
· Turn in and initial receipts for all gas purchases
· Maintain a log for EZ Pass utilization.
· Immediately reporting of all driver infractions on or off the job.

WORK CONTEXT/ACTIVITIES:

· The position requires the employee to be pleasant with others on the job and display a good-natured, cooperative attitude
· The position requires the employee to lead by example, delegate, communicate, train, follow up and deliver feedback to respective team employees.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

· Valid current Driver’s license with clean driving record
· Minimum of 18 months driving experience
· Knowledge of driving vehicles in NYC
· Ability to operate vehicles with multiple passengers of all ages
· Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify problems, create solutions and apply solutions
· Ability to use independent judgement and decision making
· Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time
· Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms and/or legs
· Ability to lift and carry up to 20lbs
· Developing constructive and cooperative work relationships with others and maintaining them over time
· Strong communication skills
· Strong interpersonal skills