Transportation Driver

Definition: Under general supervision of the Transit Manager, picks up and delivers passengers requesting transportation; performs minor routine vehicle maintenance duties; responsible for safety of passengers while being transported. Drives various sized larger vans up to a 15-passenger van.
This job class is treated as FLSA Non-exempt.

1. Transportation & Safety: Drives van or other assigned vehicle to transport passengers to a variety of destinations in and around the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. May operate other vehicles as appropriate and as directed by supervisor.

• Collects appropriate fares and/or punches ride tickets; complete daily fare reconciliation and deposits.
• Maintains passenger log of all passenger pick-ups and drop-offs.
• Assists passengers in entering and leaving the van.
• Monitors safety of passengers before and during transportation, including safety belt use, child safety seats, and smoking prohibitions, etc.
• Correctly securing wheelchairs within the vans and the passengers in wheelchairs, securing all children correctly within the vehicle, ensuring that all passengers are using their seatbelts.

2. Vehicle Maintenance: Documents and maintains driver vehicle inspection report daily, and bring maintenance concerns and needed repairs to work order desk.

• Keeps records of vehicle use, including mileage and routine maintenance needs.
• Notifies supervisor of needed repairs.
• Cleans and performs minor repairs and maintenance on assigned vehicle.

3. Training: Maintains all legal permissions to drive Community vehicles and uses all available resources to maintain currency regarding driving and vehicle safety issues.

• Attends any training opportunities relevant to transportation services as well as all Department staff meetings.
• Attend all ADOT required training and ensure all certifications are current.

4. Miscellaneous: Makes deliveries of materials as directed by supervisor. Performs other job related duties as assigned by the Fleet Management Manager, Assistant Transportation Director or Director of Transportation.

• Knowledge of the history, culture, customs, traditions and government of the SRPMIC.
• Knowledge of the addresses and locations used by senior citizens, students, and other passengers in and around the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.
• Knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations covering the operation of a commercial transportation vehicle in Arizona.
• Knowledge of Community and state ordinances and laws concerning operation of a motor vehicle in the State of Arizona.
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance requirements and procedures.
• Knowledge of safety procedures for transporting passengers including seniors.
• Knowledge of handicapped vehicle lift operation.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients, staff, Community Members and the public.
• Skill operating a transportation vehicle safely and in accordance with Community and state laws and ordinances.
• Skill in following oral and written instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance on vehicles and to identify repairs needed.
• Ability to operate a passenger van and/or commercial vehicle.
• Ability to assist handicapped passengers.
• Ability to identify needed vehicle repairs.
• Ability to assist passengers with loading and unloading.
• Ability to bend, squat & kneel in order to secure a passenger’s wheelchair.
• Ability to evacuate passengers from the vehicle during an emergency situation.
• Ability to maintain a vehicle usage and maintenance log.
• Ability to work outdoors including excessive heat and cold.
• Ability to perform basic routine vehicle maintenance and to identify needed service, repairs and maintenance.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment and use a 2-way radio and mobile telephone.
• Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs.

Education & Experience: Graduation from High School or GED equivalent.

• For enrolled Community Members without a GED, must obtain a GED. Requires participation in the HR GED Program and successful completion of the Arizona state certified exam in order to continue…