What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute MOCO Driver position at GATEWAY COMMUNITY SERVICES?
Summary/Objective
The Substitute Transportation Driver performs general public transportation activities such as: driving an
up-to 15 passenger handicapped accessible vehicle. This position is on an as needed schedule. No CDL is
required.
Essential Functions
● Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
● Performs pre and post trip inspections
● Drives assigned vehicle in professional, safe and responsible manner, picks up/transports/returns
public passengers as per schedule provided by Dispatcher, assists passengers as needed in
boarding and deboarding vehicle (operates and inspects chairlift as necessary).
● Collects and secures fares and remits to designated staff, develops and maintains various records
relative to vehicle condition and readiness,
● Assist the Dispatcher in planning the most expeditious routes for timely transportation of
members of the public.
● Attends all training, lectures and classes on transportation techniques equipment use, regulations
and maintenance and safety measures as required Federal and State Departments of
Transportation, Gateway Policies and Procedures and or supervisors.
● Prepares and submits any reports, timesheets and invoices in a timely manner.
● Maintains a clean, neat and safe work area and vehicle at all times.
● Perform vehicle inspections, cleanup and minor maintenance, documents mileage and trip
information and transfer records to designated staff and performs other assigned duties including
occasional light housekeeping and building maintenance and courier services.
● Observes and reports any known problems with equipment, vehicle or other safety issues.
● Use personal protective safety equipment as required.
● Provide support to the Director, Dispatcher and other Drivers as required.
● Maintain all required licenses and certificates.
● Serves as a backup for the Dispatcher.
Competencies
1. Attention to Detail
2. Ethics & Integrity
3. Organizational Understanding
4. Planning & Organizing/Time Management
5. Professionalism
6. Reliability
7. Safety/Risk Management
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities but requires guidance, oversight and support to ensure
policies of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet are followed.
Work Environment
Both inside and outside work environments are required. Exposure to heat, dampness, dust, dirt, fumes,
airborne particles are all possibilities.
Physical Demands
Moderate physical effort is required. Regularly required to stand, walk, sit and carry objects occasionally
weighing up to 75 pounds.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a substitute position. Days and hours of work are based upon the needs for the program.
Travel
Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area may be expected.
Required Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED
Preferred Education and Experience
Previous experience with driving a school bus or other public transportation is a plus.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
A valid KY Driver’s License as well as a clean driving record and criminal background check is required.
Gateway Community Action is a drug free workplace and a clean pre-employment drug test is required as
well as ongoing random drug testing. Must be willing to attend all training as required by the Kentucky
Transportation Cabinet, Office of Transportation Delivery and/or Gateway Community Action. Must
maintain CPR/First Aid certification.
AAP/EEO Statement
Gateway Community Action provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants
for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color,
religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement,
promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities,
duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and
activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications:
Competitive Benefits – paid leave, health, dental, vision, life & CERS Retirement.
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