Sun Van Chauffeur ($750 Hiring Incentive)

Position Summary

Safely operate a paratransit vehicle using an assigned passenger schedule to determine route; pick up, transport, and drop off persons whose disabilities prevent them from using fixed-route bus service; work odd shifts, weekends, and special events.

This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

• High School diploma or GED or successful completion of one (1) WorkKeys Skills Assessments (listed below).
• Experience in driving an Americans with Disabilities (ADA) accessible vehicle is preferred.

In Lieu of the High School Diploma or GED, you may qualify for this position through passing Workkeys assessments. Click here for information on how to schedule a Workkeys assessment OR send an email to ... OR call .... The Workkeys scores needed for this position are as follows:

• Graphic Literacy with a minimum score of Level 3

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a valid City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Must pass physical exam and required drug testing and successfully complete Sun Van Chauffeur training.

Preferred Knowledge

• Principles and practices of customer service
• Principles and procedures of record keeping
• Good public relations and people skills
• Good map reading skills
• City streets and roads
• Standard safety practice and potential hazards related to the operation of assigned vehicles

Preferred Skills & Abilities

• Drive in adverse weather conditions
• Maintain proper certifications
• Complete required reports
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• Communicate clearly and concisely
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation