CDL Driver - Part Time
Location
Blaine, MN
Type
Part Time
Benefits:
- 403B Match up to 5%
- Training & development
Achieve is looking for a part time driving staff to help us support individuals with disabilities. Are you passionate about helping people and like making a difference in individuals days? This might be the job for you!
Hours would be Monday-Friday approximately 6:30-9:30 or 1:00p-4:00p
The Achieve Driver - CDL will operate buses and/or vans owned and leased by Achieve to provide transportation to and from the Achieve Services program as well as other community integration and employment sites. The Achieve Driver – CDL may also drive trucks to pick up and/or deliver products to Achieve and/or companies.
Hours would be Monday-Friday approximately 6:30-9:30 or 1:00p-4:00p
The Achieve Driver - CDL will operate buses and/or vans owned and leased by Achieve to provide transportation to and from the Achieve Services program as well as other community integration and employment sites. The Achieve Driver – CDL may also drive trucks to pick up and/or deliver products to Achieve and/or companies.
Major Areas of Accountability:
- Drive participants to and from home and job sites in a safe manner
- Assist participants on and off the vehicle
- Assist in the development of transportation routes that will ensure the most cost effective and efficient ride possible for Achieve participants
- Support of programmatic interventions of participants while on the vehicle
- Provide work direction for Bus Aids when applicable
- Maintain vehicle in good and safe operating condition
- Communicate with appropriate staff and document any concerns on the corresponding forms
- Attend staff training and other meetings as required
- Drive trucks to pick up and/or deliver products to Achieve and/or companies
- Perform other duties as required
Knowledge and Skill Required:
- Must be able to pass random drug and alcohol testing
- Ability to pass a motor vehicle background check
- Ability to safely operate a vehicle
- Ability to be on time and work scheduled shift
- Ability to lift or manually assist people with disabilities on and off vehicles
- Ability to work with people with developmental disabilities
- Ability to follow instructions/direction
- Ability to read maps and plan routes
- A cooperative work style that encourages teamwork and respect
- Ability to communicate with a wide range of staff and team members in a professional and respectful manner
- Ability to provide direct care to programs participants and assist with participant supervision as necessary
Responsibility for Public Contact:
The Achieve Services Driver-CDL will have frequent contact with program participants, family members, guardians, and residential staff as well as members of the general public.
Character and Scope of Supervision:
None
Education and Experience Needed:
Valid CDL driver’s license for driving the buses and trucks. Experience with people with developmental disabilities preferred.
Time to Train:
Orientation includes at least 30 hours of training specific to the position. Ongoing yearly training is offered to all employees. Required hours depend on previous experience in the field.
Compensation: $19.25 per hour
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Achieve Services, Inc.
Achieve Services creates innovative opportunities to inspire people with disabilities. We enable every participant to lead a meaningful and self-determined life.
Company Website: achieveservices.org
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