Overview Drivers wanted for our Community Transportation Service. Are you looking for a rewarding part-time job? Chester Community Wheels needs you!

Do you have a Class 4 driver's license with driving experience transporting passengers? Qualities for our team members include safe operations and maintenance of our Community Fleet of 6 vehicles. This position requires you to work independently and as part of a team. A desire to provide prompt excellent customer service is essential. Availability to work a variety of times and days, on a part-time basis.

Our Office/ Base is located in Hubbard's NS, and our Fleet is located in Chester, NS.

DUTIES : Driving/ Fleet :

- Safety operate commercial vehicles.
- Maintain awareness of vehicle maintenance and inspection requirements.
- Stay up to date on the rules of the road.
- Adhere to commercial vehicle and Motor Carrier regulations.
- Operate vehicles in a manner considerate of frail passengers.
- Operate vehicles in various road conditions.
- Operate wheelchair ramps/lifts, other passenger safety equipment - including pushing a loaded wheelchair up a ramp.
- Complete daily vehicle checks.
- Complete daily drivers report and maintain drivers’ logs.
- Sanitize vehicles daily, and clean thoroughly as needed.
- Report maintenance/ repair requirements to Fleet Coordinator/ Dispatcher/ Executive Director as needed.

Riders :

- Significant interaction with the public.
- Sensitivity to passengers’ various medical conditions and vulnerabilities.
- Present a courteous and professional manner.
- Be kind and respectful.

Other :

- Remain calm under pressure or in stressful situations.
- Work both independently and as part of a team.
- Attend all training sessions provided by CW (i.e., First Aid, Inclusion Training)




- Attend all CW drivers’ meetings (Bi-Monthly).
- Manage a tight travel schedule.
- Bending, stretching and lifting.

Qualifications

- Minimum Class 4 driver’s license (unrestricted)
- Clear Motor Vehicle Drivers Abstract that is satisfactory to our insurance underwriters.
- Clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.
- Clear Child Abuse Registry Check.
- Valid First Aid and CPR certificate or commitment to obtain.
- Experience in commercial driving transporting passengers considered an asset.
- Experience operating accessible vehicles is considered an asset.
- Experience with wheelchair users, intellectually challenged, and/or physically vulnerable persons considered an asset.
- Emergency Intervention and conflict resolution training considered an asset.

Benefits :

- Starting wage is applicable during probationary period and then there will be an increase to align with our part-time wage.
- 4% Vacation Pay.
- Shift Premiums for hours worked in the evenings, on weekends and on holidays.
- Flexible, part time schedule.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Types : Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $17.35-$19.50 per hour

Expected hours: 15 - 30 per week

Benefits :

- Casual dress
- Company car
- Versatile schedule
- On-site parking

Application question(s):

- Do you have a valid First-Aid/ CPR Certificate? If not, are you willing to obtain prior to employment?
- Are you able to provide a clear criminal record and vulnerable sector check?
- Are you able to provide a clear drivers abstract from the Registry of Motor Vehicles?
- Are you able to provide a clear child abuse registry check?

Licence/Certification:

- Minimum Class 4 License
- Unrestricted (required)

Work Location: In person

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