Active Adults Driver

Description

Active Adult Driver

Shift: Various hours and days including nights, weekends, and holidays

FLSA Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Rate: $14.81-15.31

Created or Revised Date: 1/8/25

Why work at Carbon Valley?

The Carbon Valley Parks and Recreation District strives to increase and enhance recreational opportunities by providing a variety of quality programs and activities for the residents of Frederick, Firestone, Dacono, and surrounding communities. As an employee, you will enjoy benefits such as discounted memberships, discounted program enrollment opportunities, and more! All employees are eligible and automatically enrolled in PERA and will receive a generous 14.81% contribution match from the District. 

A strong culture is essential to the success of our District and requires commitment from all. CVPRD is dedicated to our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Customer Service.

What You'll Be Doing: 

Under general direction of the Active Adults Coordinator and Active Adults Supervisor, the Active Adult Driver will provide transportation in District owned vehicles for registered participants of Active Adult sanctioned events. The Active Adult Driver will perform safety checks on vehicles prior to departure in addition to completing all required trainings and pass DMV checks. This role will serve in a leadership capacity while on outings as a representative of the District and the passengers for the event. 

Our ideal candidate will:

Have a strong understanding of, and alignment with the District's Core Values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Customer Service.

• Transports Active Adult program participants to activities according to the schedule
• Assists with vehicle ingress-egress and passenger mobility to include wheelchair patrons, visually impaired persons and other physically handicapped passengers including those with assistive devices such as walkers and canes.
• Follows established emergency procedures; checks-out and carries cellular telephone on each trip 
• Performs pre-trip safety checks on vehicles before operation to include; fluid level checks, tire pressure, and proper operation of turn signal lights using mechanical checklist.
• Cleans and fuels vehicles as required.
• Creates and maintains records, files and reports for the vehicles.
• Assists with reports and records as requested by the Active Adult Coordinator
• Actively works with the public and volunteers to find ways to solve problems and meet their needs with available resources while on District sponsored trips and outings.
• Explains details of services, methods, or policies; makes referrals to appropriate staff regarding other client concerns or needs.
• Takes proper safety precautions, anticipates unsafe circumstances, and acts accordingly to prevent accidents. Uses all required safety equipment.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

Candidates over 18 must pass a background check prior to employment. 

• Must be available to work all shifts including days, nights, weekends, and some holidays based on the needs of the District. 
• Must be 18 years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• CPR, AED, first aid certification, or the ability to become certified within the first 90 days of employment
• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) to ensure safe driving ability
• Completion of District Driver Safety training

Physical Demands, Job Location, and Equipment Utilized

This position primarily involves operating District-owned vehicles to safely transport participants in the Active Adults 55 community to and from programs, events, and excursions. Duties are performed with minimal supervision in a variety of environments, including indoor and outdoor settings, as well as while driving. Work may require extended periods of sitting while driving, assisting participants, and occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.

The role may involve exposure to various weather conditions and requires the ability to stand, walk, sit, reach, stoop, kneel, talk, and hear as needed. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus for safe vehicle operation.

Equipment utilized includes District-owned vans or shuttles, GPS/navigation systems, and mobile communication devices. Applicants must pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check and may be required to complete District driver safety training.

Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so creates an undue hardship or direct safety risk.

Salary : $15 - $15