New Opportunities
MOW Driver
New Opportunities, Waterbury, Connecticut, us, 06720
Part-Time, Non-Union, Non-Exempt Position
$15.69 per hour, 15 hours per week
BASIC FUNCTION OF MEALS ON WHEELS DRIVER:
Operate Meals on Wheels vehicle in a safe, efficient manner to deliver meals to program clients.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF MEALS ON WHEELS DRIVER:Safe, responsible and careful operation of program vehicle.Deliver meals to homebound clients and congregate meal sites as directed.Follow safe food handling procedures including maintenance of vehicle interior and exterior sanitation.Monitor client well-being by making contact at time of delivery and notifying supervisor of any change in client condition; institute emergency procedure as necessary.Maintain contact with central office to facilitate communication.Communicate with Meals on Wheels Coordinator to develop efficient route plan; follow daily delivery schedule.Ensure assigned vehicle is in good operating condition prior to loading meals; maintain daily vehicle operating checklist, mileage and maintenance logs, daily route records and other documentation as required; fill fuel tank at end of daily route.Check accuracy of meal count prior to loading each morning.Safeguard any donations received from clients.Timely notification of vehicle problems and delivery of vehicle to authorized vendors for service.Participate in training as directed by supervisor.Requirements
REQUIREMENTS OF MEALS ON WHEELS DRIVER:
Education:
HS or GED
Experience:
Minimum 2 years driving experience.
Job Skills:
Excellent driving record, with no moving violations.Flexibility.Positive attitude.Ability to work under pressure.Good interpersonal and communication skills.Ability to read and understand maps, street signs and delivery route sheets.Able to drive mid-size truck and back up using only side view mirrors; highway driving.
Licenses /certifications:
Valid CT driver's license.
Salary Description
15.69 per hour
$15.69 per hour, 15 hours per week
BASIC FUNCTION OF MEALS ON WHEELS DRIVER:
Operate Meals on Wheels vehicle in a safe, efficient manner to deliver meals to program clients.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF MEALS ON WHEELS DRIVER:Safe, responsible and careful operation of program vehicle.Deliver meals to homebound clients and congregate meal sites as directed.Follow safe food handling procedures including maintenance of vehicle interior and exterior sanitation.Monitor client well-being by making contact at time of delivery and notifying supervisor of any change in client condition; institute emergency procedure as necessary.Maintain contact with central office to facilitate communication.Communicate with Meals on Wheels Coordinator to develop efficient route plan; follow daily delivery schedule.Ensure assigned vehicle is in good operating condition prior to loading meals; maintain daily vehicle operating checklist, mileage and maintenance logs, daily route records and other documentation as required; fill fuel tank at end of daily route.Check accuracy of meal count prior to loading each morning.Safeguard any donations received from clients.Timely notification of vehicle problems and delivery of vehicle to authorized vendors for service.Participate in training as directed by supervisor.Requirements
REQUIREMENTS OF MEALS ON WHEELS DRIVER:
Education:
HS or GED
Experience:
Minimum 2 years driving experience.
Job Skills:
Excellent driving record, with no moving violations.Flexibility.Positive attitude.Ability to work under pressure.Good interpersonal and communication skills.Ability to read and understand maps, street signs and delivery route sheets.Able to drive mid-size truck and back up using only side view mirrors; highway driving.
Licenses /certifications:
Valid CT driver's license.
Salary Description
15.69 per hour