Salary: $17.00 – $18.00 Hourly
Location : FAIRFIELD, CT
Job Type: PART TIME
Job Number: 2020-00095
Department: HUMAN & SOCIAL SERVICES
Opening Date: 08/04/2023
Closing Date: 9/8/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
This position provides transportation of Fairfield seniors to and from medical appointments, activities, shopping, library, day and leisure trips and senior center. May deliver mail, food, or groceries. Alerts staff to concerns about the health and safety of riders and respects client confidentiality.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide transportation and/or delivery services for the Town as required by the Department.
- Follow logs for daily assignments.
- Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle and complete daily inspections and quarterly operating reports in a timely manner.
- Understands safety practices and procedures as applicable.
- Maintain vehicles in accordance with warranty requirements and/or internal maintenance plan to ensure safe working order and alerting department supervisor to vehicle repair needs.
- Keep accurate records of vehicle mileage.
- Participate in service training as required by State regulations.
- Perform other related duties as requested.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to perform in a courteous and professional manner at all times
- Demonstrate mature and professional behavior
- Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor and other staff
- Understand the mission of the organization, representing the Town with a positive attitude and pleasant demeanor
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Clean criminal history and good physical health
- Ability to work cooperatively with staff and clients
- Experience with bus driving and knowledge of Fairfield streets is preferred
Human Services Requirements: DMV valid operator’s license with an “F” Endorsement or a CDL (Commercial Driver’s License); ability to operate (or learn to operate) wheelchair lift/securement per regulations; ability to lift at least 40 pounds.
SCHEDULE
- Monday – Friday, 9-3:30
PAY RANGE
- Hourly rate is $17.00 – 18.00
AFFILIATION
- Non-Bargaining Unit, Part-Time Position (19.5 hours or less)
THE TOWN OF FAIRFIELD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Town of Fairfield to ensure equal employment opportunity for all employees and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.