Job description

Position Title: Driver

Department: Council on Aging

Employment Status Non-Exempt; Full-Time, UFCW Labor

Salary: Grade 4L, Step 5, $16.84 per hour

Certifications/Licenses: Valid Driver’s License (Required)

SUMMARY

The City of Chicopee’s Council on Aging is hiring a Driver that will use one of the two lift equipped vans, or cars to provide door to door transportation to elders for medical, legal, and grooming appointments as well as shopping, banking, trips to pharmacies, and transportation to and from the Senior Center. Drivers are not required to carry packages for individuals.

SOME ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE

• Meet with the Transportation Coordinator to review the assigned schedule for the day. The driver should know exactly how to get to assigned locations.
• Assist passengers with boarding and exiting of the vehicle. Ensure passengers have fastened seatbelts.
• Transport passengers courteously and safely obeying all applicable traffic laws.
• At the end of the shift the driver should return the schedule and give the feeds collected to the Transportation Coordinator. The driver should also report any concerns they may have about a passenger and report any issues they had with the vehicle they were driving.
• Driver should confirm availability for their next scheduled shift prior to leaving for the day.
• If assigned, the driver will perform the weekly vehicle inspection for all vehicles and complete inspection sheet.
• Operate the vehicle's two-way radio using proper communications on an open radio channel.
• Ensure confidentiality of all information regarding the Senior Center and its clients.
• Drivers are responsible for following accident procedures and occupational health and safety policies.
• Check messages in the absence of the transportation coordinator.
• Drivers should report all accidents to the transportation coordinator, or the director/assistant director.
• Other duties as required or assigned.

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QUALIFICATIONS

To be minimally qualified for this position, one must meet the following criteria:

• Must have a valid MA Class D Driver's License.
• High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent preferred.
• Must have a satisfactory CORI result.
• Driver must be able to physically perform all the duties satisfactorily.
• Must have knowledge of Chicopee and surrounding community requirements.
• Must be available for Full time hours including Nights and Weekends.

SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION

The City of Chicopee provides its employees (contingent upon employment status) with a robust benefits package which include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Sick-Time, Life Insurance, Holiday Pay, Personal Time, Vacation Time, Retirement Saving Plans, a Pension Plan, Employee Discounts, and more.

This is a full-time, 40-hour work week position. The schedule is Monday – Friday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

This role is classified as Grade 4L, Step 5, with a minimum starting pay of$16.84 per hour with periodic step and pay increases upon continuous completion of employment with the City of Chicopee.

HOW TO APPLY

If this opportunity aligns with your skills, experience and employment goals, apply today by one of the following:

• Go to chicopeema.gov/jobs and apply online by selecting the job and ‘Apply Now’
• OR Select ‘download application’* on the City’s employment page and deliver it along with your resume to the _Department of Human Resources_, located at Chicopee City Hall, 274 Front Street, 1st Fl. Chicopee, MA. 01013.*

Questions?

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The City of Chicopee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.84 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Trucking driver type:

• Company driver

Trucking route:

• Local

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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