What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fleet & Transportation Specialist position at Career Opportunities?
Join Our Team and Make a Difference Every Day
Position: Fleet & Transportation Specialist
Pay: $21-$24/hr.
Location: Getzville, NY
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am – 3:30pm
*CDL NOT REQUIRED*
The Summit Center, as seen on All Access with Andy Garcia, is Western New York’s leading provider of evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence. If you're passionate about making lives better and in search of a good job with dedicated supervisors, great benefits, and a supportive environment become a #DifferenceMaker and join our team.
Why Work With Us?
- Generous paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Potential for annual raises and profit sharing
- Health, dental, and vision insurance/Medical opt-out payment (up to $1,000/year)
- 401K with up to 4% employer match
- Life and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program:
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- Free mental health counseling
- Free childcare referrals
- Access to legal services
- Grief/eldercare support
- Financial planning resources
Your Impact as a Fleet & Transportation Specialist
The Fleet & Transportation Specialist will perform a variety of duties across multiple sites including driving individuals, deliveries of food and mail, and Fleet oversight and maintenance.
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Coordinate the organization’s vehicle fleet, including DOT inspections, preventative maintenance, repairs, scheduling, records, and overall vehicle readiness.
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Pick up and deliver student meals, food supplies, mail, and other materials to designated agency locations, ensuring timely, accurate, safe, and confidential handling.
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Provide transportation coverage for Respite and Day Habilitation programs based on staffing and program needs.
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Transport individuals safely and reliably while following agency policies, vehicle safety standards, and applicable transportation requirements.
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Assist individuals with entering and exiting vehicles and the proper use of seat belts, mobility equipment, and other safety supports.
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Maintain appropriate supervision and professional interactions with individuals during transportation and promptly report safety, behavioral, or transportation concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
- Adheres to the Summit Center Core Agency Values of Adaptability, Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, Optimism, and Respect
- Adheres to The Summit Center employment policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook including, but not limited to dress code, attendance and punctuality, and Paid Time Off.
- Perform any other duties as requested by your supervisor
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Experience coordinating or managing vehicle maintenance, including scheduling inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs, preferred
- A minimum of two years of experience safely transporting or driving individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Etc.:
- Valid NYS Driver’s License in good standing.
- CPR, First Aide, and other applicable state mandated training may be required.
At The Summit Center, you’ll be part of a compassionate, highly trained team committed to empowering individuals to reach their full potential. Let your next job be the one that truly makes a difference.
Apply now to become a #DifferenceMaker!