DRIVER I- PART TIME

General Role and Function:

Provides the day-to-day delivery of meals to elderly, homebound, disabled, senior center and other persons, volunteer sites and/or congregate sites. This position is responsible to the Senior Driver Manager.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Deliver meals to clients within the required 10:30 am – 1:30 pm timeframe.
• Accurately count meals and side items based on the days’ delivery route.  Stock the vehicle to keep foods hot or cold as required for food safety.  Including packing ice bags to use during delivery.
• Mark routes sheets as required for confirmation of delivery or indication that the client was not home. Complete all required information.
• Note any significant change in the condition of the client, whether physical or living conditions.  Report changes to Client Services Department. Call 911 immediately if indicated by client condition, then notify organization staff.  Wait with the client until assistance arrives.
• Develop friendly, positive relationships with clients. 
• Maintain a standard of personal appearance and hygiene that is keeping with our client services and outlined in the company policy.
• Safely operate a Meals on Wheels delivery vehicle by obeying all applicable laws while delivering meals in a timely manner in accordance with guidelines of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC).
• Maintain vehicle and food holding compartments in a clean and sanitary condition.
• Perform weekly maintenance and safety checks on the company vehicle according to the schedule.  Report any vehicle issues immediately.
• Be available to deliver meals not on your route due to unforeseen absences or emergencies.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be comfortable with the elderly and be sensitive to their needs.
• Ability to read and write in English, count, and have basic math skills and ability to communicate instructions effectively is required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Familiar with San Antonio and surrounding areas.
• Must have reliable, personal vehicle and a valid Driver’s License, good driving record, and applicable insurance coverage required by the company policy.
• Team player with the ability to work independently.
• Commitment to our mission of serving our seniors, each other, and our community to promote the dignity and independence of our clients and their needs.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to drive, enter and exit the vehicle repeatedly, bend, reach, stretch and navigate uneven terrain while walking to deliver meals.  Must be able to climb stairs.  
• This position will be exposed to all weather conditions while delivering.
• Position requires travel to client’s homes and will be subjected to possible hazardous living condition such as poor housing and vermin. Must be able to navigate heavy traffic as needed.
• Able to push, pull or lift to fifty (50) pounds to move food delivery containers and/or supplies.

Salary : $18