Substitute Meals on Wheels Driver

CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

Substitute Meals on Wheels Driver

SALARY:

$17.70 - $17.70

DEPARTMENT:

Office Of Senior Services

Opening Date:

07/16/2025

Closing Date:

07/30/2025 12:00 a.m.

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt - overtime pursuant to Human Resources and Labor Relations policy

EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: At will as defined by Human Resources policy

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under direction, delivery of meals to seniors in a safe manner to and from designated sites as assigned. This substitute position fills in as needed for the regular part-time Meals on Wheels drivers. Documentation of all aspects related to delivery. Follow protocols, policies and procedures. Participates in ongoing training requirements. Performs pre-inspections and completes necessary paperwork. Performs related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operates a vehicle in a safe and lawful manner at all times while performing assigned duties.

Picks up and delivers food and other items as required.

Maintains accurate daily data entry of meal deliveries, concerns, changes in participant status etc.

Immediately report problems with delivery or change in client status (no answer, hospitalization, etc.)

Completes vehicle pre-inspection daily and/or weekly following established guidelines.

Ensures assigned vehicle is clean and in proper operating condition following established guidelines.

Maintains accurate transport records, inspection forms and other paperwork as required.

Checks truck on a daily basis for needed repairs.

Makes requests for vehicle repair as needed.

Participates in safety training sessions as assigned.

Operates a motor vehicle when performing duties.

Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or a certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience transporting goods

• Experience working with senior citizens or mentally/physically challenged individuals

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and operable, insured automobile for authorized travel

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Ability to:

• Operate a motor vehicle in a safe and lawful manner

• Work in an environment which embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign

• Effectively speak, write and understand the English language

• Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred

• Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions

• Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files

• Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries

• Work independently

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS:

The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

N/S=Never/Seldom   O=Occasionally   F/C= Frequently/Continuously

Work Environment

Office or similar indoor environment: O

Outdoor environment: F/C

Street environment (near moving traffic): F/C

Construction site: O

Confined space: N/S

Exposures

Individuals who are hostile or irate: O

Individuals with known violent backgrounds: N/S

Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): O

Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): O

Communicable diseases: N/S

Moving mechanical parts: N/S

Fumes or airborne particles: N/S

Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: N/S

Loud noises (85+ decibels): N/S

Blood Borne Pathogens: N/S

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

N/S=Never/Seldom   O=Occasionally   F/C= Frequently/Continuously

Demand:

Balancing on even or uneven surfaces/ground: N/S

Bending (forward or backward bending at the waist): O