What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dial-A-Ride Driver/Janitor @ Southland position at The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division?
Job Objective: Transport clients to appointments in a timely, kind and courteous manner and assist with food programs. Perform janitorial functions.
Essential Functions
Dial-A-Ride Driver
Education: High School diploma or equivalent
Experience: Transportation and custodial experience; working with senior citizens and disabled individuals
Certifications/Licenses: Class E driver’s license or above
Skills/Abilities
Physical Requirements: Include speaking, hearing and vision; manual dexterity; standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, climbing; lifting, pulling and pushing of materials up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.
Travel: None
Driving: Yes. Must possess a valid class E driver's license (or above) from the state of residence. Must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive a Salvation Army vehicle on Salvation Army business.
Working Conditions: Work is performed in a vehicle, facility or outdoors
All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.
The Salvation Army Mission: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
Essential Functions
Dial-A-Ride Driver
- Schedule and transport clients to their appointments promptly
- Complete and maintain individual client records
- Collect fees and turn in daily to corps officer office
- Cleanliness and maintenance of van. Report van needs/repairs to corps officer
- Answer cell phone and return calls as needed
- Complete daily schedule form, including mileage and turn in daily
- Record and complete monthly Salvation Army program statistics
- Complete and maintain Dial-A-Ride vehicle maintenance log, daily vehicle checklist and other records as required
- File reports and paperwork
- Issue client fee receipts as needed
- Handle emergencies as they arise
- Operate Salvation Army vehicles for pick up/delivery and the transport of persons
- Pick up food at Harvesters
- Assist with monthly commodity distribution
- Collect and deliver weekly food donations
- Transport bell ringers to kettle sites during Christmas
- Sweep, mop, scrub and vacuum hallways, stairs, restrooms, classrooms and office space kitchen and dining area
- Empty trash
- Use basic hand tools to perform minor painting, plumbing, carpentry, electrical and other related maintenance activities
- Inspect and notify management concerning needs for major repairs, safety or security issues
- Advise direct supervisor of janitorial and building supply needs
- Provide routine outside maintenance. Assist with cleaning snow and debris from sidewalks. Follow schedule for cleaning windows, furniture, floor polishing, etc.
- Set up furniture for meetings as required
- May direct work activities of volunteers or community service personnel
- Other duties as assigned
Education: High School diploma or equivalent
Experience: Transportation and custodial experience; working with senior citizens and disabled individuals
Certifications/Licenses: Class E driver’s license or above
Skills/Abilities
- Detail oriented
- Ability to organize and carry out work plan with minimum supervision
- Good communication and time management skills
- Sound judgment, problem solving and conflict resolution skills
- Ability to handle multiple demands and priorities.
- Must possess strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to use office equipment including telephone, personal computer and copier
- Must be supportive of The Salvation Army mission
Physical Requirements: Include speaking, hearing and vision; manual dexterity; standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, climbing; lifting, pulling and pushing of materials up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.
Travel: None
Driving: Yes. Must possess a valid class E driver's license (or above) from the state of residence. Must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive a Salvation Army vehicle on Salvation Army business.
Working Conditions: Work is performed in a vehicle, facility or outdoors
All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.
The Salvation Army Mission: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.