Department:
Foster Children and Youth Services – Transitional Foster Care
Reports To:
Assistant Program Director
Position Summary:
Operate company-issued passenger transport vehicles (including vans requiring a California Driver’s License with a Passenger Endorsement) to safely transport children to appointments, extracurricular activities, resource homes, schools, and other approved destinations, as directed by the immediate supervisor, in accordance with all applicable safety protocols, licensing requirements, and legal regulations. Ensure a safe, trauma-informed, supportive, and nurturing environment for all clients.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform the following duties; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Safety is of utmost importance. All occupants must always wear seat belts while the vehicle is in operation.
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Use of appropriate car seats for occupants under 8-years of age and/or under 4 feet 9 inches tall.
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Use of alcohol, drugs, or any substance that could impair abilities before or while driving is prohibited.
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Maintain compliance with the State of California Wireless Communications Device Law.
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Adherence to all road safety and traffic signals.
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Use of seat belts within California laws and regulations.
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Biometric and location-related data collected through company-issued devices or systems will be used solely for legitimate business purposes related to safety, security, transportation coordination, and operational needs, and will not be used for identification or any unauthorized purpose outside of these functions.
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Transporters' work cell phones may be turned off after hours to ensure privacy of personal whereabouts when not operating company vehicles.
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Compliance with all company policies and procedures.
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Use of company-issued vehicles for personal reasons is prohibited.
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Maintain compliance with all applicable Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) requirements, and all federal, state, and local passenger transportation laws and regulations.
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Conduct and document required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections in accordance with Commercial Driver License (CDL) standards, company policy, and applicable transportation safety regulations.
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Immediately report vehicle safety concerns, accidents, mechanical defects, citations, or transportation-related incidents to the appropriate supervisor in accordance with company policy and regulatory requirements.
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Ensure vehicles are maintained in a safe, clean, and inspection-ready condition at all times, including compliance with preventative maintenance schedules and regulatory inspection requirements.
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Coordinate with internal departments and resource parents on scheduling, routes, and communication.
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Ensure documentation is accurately updated and stored, including but not limited to mileage logs, gas receipts, manifests, vehicle service/maintenance logs & invoices, and monthly vehicle inspections.
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Adhere to Child Abuse and incident reporting requirements.
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All CDL drivers are required to maintain insurability and a satisfactory driving record as a condition of employment. Employees determined to be uninsurable, or who fail to maintain an acceptable driving record, may be disqualified from operating company vehicles and may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following.
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Adaptability- Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
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Attendance/Punctuality- Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
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Communications- Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
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Job Knowledge- Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how the job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
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Organizational Support- Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports the organization's goals and values; benefits the organization through outside activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
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Problem Solving- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.
Required:
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Must be at least 21 years of age.
Education/Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Language Ability:
Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Write simple correspondence. Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees.
Mathematical Ability:
Add and subtract two-digit numbers and multiply/divide by 10’s and 100’s. Perform these operations using units of American money, weight, volume, and distance.
Reasoning Ability:
Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills:
Certificates and licenses:
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Valid Driver's License
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Commercial Driver License, Class C or Class B, is required
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Passenger Endorsement required
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Must maintain an active licensure as a condition of employment
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Completion of behind-the-wheel CDL training
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Must maintain a valid DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate
Preferred Education/Experience/Skills:
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Bilingual in Spanish is requested but not required.
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1+ years’ experience with children
Work Environment:
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.
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The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Physical Demands:
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 regularly required to sit. The employee is frequently required to use their hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and move around for work. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
The above job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and standards for the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.
Marsell Benefits:
