DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is routine supervisory work involving responsibility for supervising and assigning subordinates and participating in the safe and efficient operation and care of passenger vehicles, and rendering assistance in the appropriate way to augment the mobility of clients of a facility offering programs utilized by aged, infirm, or handicapped persons and/or delivery of meals to disabled and elderly individuals. The work is performed in accordance with well established procedures with some leeway for independent judgment in carrying out the details of the job. Does related work, as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
Operates specially-equipped or regular motor vehicle for transport of aged, infirm, or handicapped persons and/or delivery of meals to disabled and elderly individuals;
Assist Superior with the coordination of van utilization, scheduling of trips, and maintaining standard routes;
Under guidance and supervision, assists in training and monitoring the work of subordinates;
Responsible for cleaning the assigned vehicles and scheduling regular service and preventive maintenance;
Assist program participants in moving about within buildings where activities are scheduled;
Assist participants with rain gear, coats, etc., in inclement weather;
During periods between scheduled activities, performs light cleaning duties and run errands;
Assist in the development and coordination of a volunteer transportation program;
Does necessary paperwork, as required.
The above examples of duties are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND/OR PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of geographical area; good knowledge of safe driving practices, traffic laws and regulations; ability to plan and supervise the work of others; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; ability to relate well to patrons and public; dependability, tact and courtesy.
The physical demands described here are representative 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 sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to walk, talk and hear.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is moderately quiet.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduation from high school or possession of an appropriate equivalency diploma recognized by the NYS Department of Education, AND one (1) year of full-time, paid experience which shall have involved driving as a major function of the duties AND six months of supervisory experience,
OR: - Any equivalent combination of training experience as defined by A above indicating the ability to perform the duties of the job.
Part-time and Volunteer work will be prorated.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT FOR ACCEPTANCE OF APPLICATION AND CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT: Possession of a valid NYS Drivers license.