Salt Lake County
Driver - Part-Time - Aging & Adult Services
Salt Lake County, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Job Description:
Salt Lake CountyA career with a purpose in the community you love!Salt Lake County invites you to explore our exciting career opportunities. We seek highly enthusiastic individuals to enrich our County with your experience and talent. If you enjoy working in a team environment that is committed to changing the lives of its community, please keep reading.What it is like to work here:At Salt Lake County our culture is woven into all aspects of our work and our employees lives, from the way we treat each other to the way we support the community. To promote and foster a fun and healthy work environment, we appreciate employees through great benefits, a healthy work life balance and room to grow and develop.Surround yourself with:Peers who are motivated to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. We serve Salt Lake County and envision a safe and beautiful place for all to live, work and have fun. Salt Lake County is about connecting people and championing our community. Community is more than a place.its our heart and service that bring us together.We encourage a work life balance:Working for Salt Lake County is more than just a paycheck. A career with /Salt Lake County includes several benefits and perks. We support our employees with 12 Holidays, up to 24 vacation days, 12 sick days and one personal day every year. We work in a hybrid environment giving you flexibility to manage working from home and being in the office.Additional Benefits include:Retirement options for hybrid pension/401(k) or 401(k) only with a 10% contributionMedical coverage including a 100% county paid premium option-Dental and Vision coverage including coverage for adult designeesHealth Savings account with a county contribution up to $1200/year, Flexible Spending Account100% county-paid Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability optionProfessional Development including professional membership fees paidTuition ReimbursementPlus: Onsite medical clinic, childcare and gym; hospital insurance, pet insurance auto and home insurance and discounts at County facilities.For Benefits information
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Total Rewards EstimatorJOB SUMMARYProvides division-wide delivery service of people and goods for the nutrition, transportation and senior center programs.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSSix (6) months of work experience in a position with related driving experience or equivalency.A valid Driver's License issued by the State of Utah is required to operate a County vehicle. Must pass initial and annual driver's license review and complete driver safety training.May require the possession of a current Food Handler's Permit.Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required pre-employment background check and subsequent mandatory background checks in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.Must receive a verified negative test result on a mandatory drug test before starting in this position. Will be subject to random alcohol and drug testing. May be subject to post accident and reasonable suspicion alcohol and drug testing.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSProvides transportation services for customers and goods to and from destinations with sedans, vans, and trucks as assigned by program daily manifest.Reviews manifests and makes changes to directions.Provides door-to-door assistance when transporting customers to and from destinations; assures the use by all passengers of seat belts; and escorts customers with special mobility needs on and off ADA compliant vehicles.Counts and loads food in containers into vehicle when transporting goods. Delivers meals to assigned destinations.Reports observed changes in customer eligibility or physical and mental health to an appropriate staff memberImmediately reports dangerous or unsafe incidents and observations to appropriate organizations, such as 911, Adult Protective Services, or law enforcement.Inspects vehicle, checking lights, tires, horn, emergency equipment and exterior for damage. Reports equipment damage or failure. Fuels and cleans vehicle.Uses technology and software programs to obtain information regarding daily schedules and program clients.Informs customers of other Aging Services opportunities and services.May transport wheelchair-bound customers for the Rides for Wellness program using ADA compliant vehicles.Knowledge of:Defensive driving techniques and traffic lawsVehicle maintenance needs and mechanical operationsRelated technology, such as two-way radios, GPS units, or other mobile devicesPassenger assistance techniques and proper use of wheelchair restraintsFood handlingSkills and Abilities to:Operate a variety of vehiclesWork effectively during periods of inclement weather and/or adverse road conditionsDrive safely and effectively in high stress situations involving traffic or customersExercise good analytical judgmentFollow operating policies and proceduresRelate to customers of diverse backgroundsSense direction and location of addressesFollow verbal and written procedures and instructionsWork independentlyPerform moderate record and data keeping tasksProvide conflict resolutionCommunicate clearly and professionally with internal and external customers
Additional Information:WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSWorking with the aging population, lifting food containers in and out of truck, and regularly lifting wheelchairs & other mobility devices in and out of vehicle. Walking on a variety of terrains while carrying items or assisting clients. Standing, walking, bending, sitting, stretching, regularly lifting 25-50 lbs., pushing wheelchairs/clients up to 300 pounds. Exposure to all types of weather. May drive for a Senior Center, Meals on Wheels and/or Rides for Wellness.Must be able to load, secure, transport and unload wheelchair-bound clients in both manual and power wheelchairs, following all safety requirements.IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THIS POSITION
May require a flexible schedule and the ability to be called to work on short notice.
Salt Lake CountyA career with a purpose in the community you love!Salt Lake County invites you to explore our exciting career opportunities. We seek highly enthusiastic individuals to enrich our County with your experience and talent. If you enjoy working in a team environment that is committed to changing the lives of its community, please keep reading.What it is like to work here:At Salt Lake County our culture is woven into all aspects of our work and our employees lives, from the way we treat each other to the way we support the community. To promote and foster a fun and healthy work environment, we appreciate employees through great benefits, a healthy work life balance and room to grow and develop.Surround yourself with:Peers who are motivated to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. We serve Salt Lake County and envision a safe and beautiful place for all to live, work and have fun. Salt Lake County is about connecting people and championing our community. Community is more than a place.its our heart and service that bring us together.We encourage a work life balance:Working for Salt Lake County is more than just a paycheck. A career with /Salt Lake County includes several benefits and perks. We support our employees with 12 Holidays, up to 24 vacation days, 12 sick days and one personal day every year. We work in a hybrid environment giving you flexibility to manage working from home and being in the office.Additional Benefits include:Retirement options for hybrid pension/401(k) or 401(k) only with a 10% contributionMedical coverage including a 100% county paid premium option-Dental and Vision coverage including coverage for adult designeesHealth Savings account with a county contribution up to $1200/year, Flexible Spending Account100% county-paid Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability optionProfessional Development including professional membership fees paidTuition ReimbursementPlus: Onsite medical clinic, childcare and gym; hospital insurance, pet insurance auto and home insurance and discounts at County facilities.For Benefits information
Click HERETo estimate how much your pay and benefits could be worth use our
Total Rewards EstimatorJOB SUMMARYProvides division-wide delivery service of people and goods for the nutrition, transportation and senior center programs.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSSix (6) months of work experience in a position with related driving experience or equivalency.A valid Driver's License issued by the State of Utah is required to operate a County vehicle. Must pass initial and annual driver's license review and complete driver safety training.May require the possession of a current Food Handler's Permit.Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required pre-employment background check and subsequent mandatory background checks in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.Must receive a verified negative test result on a mandatory drug test before starting in this position. Will be subject to random alcohol and drug testing. May be subject to post accident and reasonable suspicion alcohol and drug testing.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSProvides transportation services for customers and goods to and from destinations with sedans, vans, and trucks as assigned by program daily manifest.Reviews manifests and makes changes to directions.Provides door-to-door assistance when transporting customers to and from destinations; assures the use by all passengers of seat belts; and escorts customers with special mobility needs on and off ADA compliant vehicles.Counts and loads food in containers into vehicle when transporting goods. Delivers meals to assigned destinations.Reports observed changes in customer eligibility or physical and mental health to an appropriate staff memberImmediately reports dangerous or unsafe incidents and observations to appropriate organizations, such as 911, Adult Protective Services, or law enforcement.Inspects vehicle, checking lights, tires, horn, emergency equipment and exterior for damage. Reports equipment damage or failure. Fuels and cleans vehicle.Uses technology and software programs to obtain information regarding daily schedules and program clients.Informs customers of other Aging Services opportunities and services.May transport wheelchair-bound customers for the Rides for Wellness program using ADA compliant vehicles.Knowledge of:Defensive driving techniques and traffic lawsVehicle maintenance needs and mechanical operationsRelated technology, such as two-way radios, GPS units, or other mobile devicesPassenger assistance techniques and proper use of wheelchair restraintsFood handlingSkills and Abilities to:Operate a variety of vehiclesWork effectively during periods of inclement weather and/or adverse road conditionsDrive safely and effectively in high stress situations involving traffic or customersExercise good analytical judgmentFollow operating policies and proceduresRelate to customers of diverse backgroundsSense direction and location of addressesFollow verbal and written procedures and instructionsWork independentlyPerform moderate record and data keeping tasksProvide conflict resolutionCommunicate clearly and professionally with internal and external customers
Additional Information:WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSWorking with the aging population, lifting food containers in and out of truck, and regularly lifting wheelchairs & other mobility devices in and out of vehicle. Walking on a variety of terrains while carrying items or assisting clients. Standing, walking, bending, sitting, stretching, regularly lifting 25-50 lbs., pushing wheelchairs/clients up to 300 pounds. Exposure to all types of weather. May drive for a Senior Center, Meals on Wheels and/or Rides for Wellness.Must be able to load, secure, transport and unload wheelchair-bound clients in both manual and power wheelchairs, following all safety requirements.IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THIS POSITION
May require a flexible schedule and the ability to be called to work on short notice.