Driver - Webster and Central MA Centers

SHERIFF’S OFFICE OF WORCESTER COUNTY

POSITION DESCRIPTION[1]

POSITION: Driver- Webster/Regional

Bargaining Unit: NEPBA 515                                                                     Grade: 14

I.    GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  
The Driver is responsible to ensure that clients are transported from the Central MA Resource Centers to their destination according to schedule. Drivers must have strong customer service skills, including communication skills and the ability to coordinate and manage large groups of people. 

II.    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  

1.    Responsible to pick up and drop off clients to appropriate destinations.   
2.    Ensures safety of the passengers and general public.  
3.    Driver must be alert, especially in heavy traffic or in bad weather to prevent accidents, and to avoid sudden stops or swerves that jar passengers.
4.    Must obey all traffic laws.  
5.    Conducts daily check of the van to ensure cleanliness of vehicle.  
6.    Conducts daily check of the vehicle and reports any and all damages to the vehicle to his/her supervisor.  
7.    Ensures the vehicle is filled with gas at the start of shift.  Not less than ½ tank of gas at the end of shift. 

Additional Information
Mon, Wed, Fri 7a-3p
Tue & Thur 10a-6p
Pick up and drop off vehicle daily in Webster, MA
Will be driving to other centers and locations in Central MA
 

[1] This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

[2] The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

III.    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  Education and Experience: Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.  Experience driving passenger van or similar vehicle preferred.

  Special Requirements:
•    Must have valid Massachusetts Driver’s License.
•    Must be able to drive a 15-passenger van
•    Must be courteous at all times both to the resident passengers and the general public.

   Knowledge, Ability and Skill:
•    Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
•    Ability to talk to others to effectively convey information.

    Physical Qualifications:  
•    Minimal physical effort required.
•    Must be able to operate a 15-passenger van.
•    Requires extended periods of sitting and driving.

IV.    SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Work is conducted under direct supervision of the Program Manager.  Work may be performed with some measure of initiative and independence.  

V.     SUPERVISION EXERCISED:  None