Driver - Float

Requirements

• High School Education, GED or related experience
• Driving record within guidelines of MVCP (motor vehicle control program)
• Able to obtain necessary certificates, permits or licenses as required for job
• Relates well to persons with disabilities
• Communicate effectively with staff and professionals
• CDL optional, based on Agency need
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing schedules and priorities
• Proficiency with basic computer applications
• Essential Responsibilities:
• Provide coverage for scheduled and unscheduled driver absences, including but not limited to emergency call-outs, vacations, training, and other leaves of absence.
• Provide safe and timely transportation for all assigned customers.
• Provide general operational support and special driving assignments during peak periods, emergencies, or special events such as field trips, charters, or shuttles.
• Assist with clerical and operational tasks related to scheduling, route planning, and dispatch during non-driving periods.
• Review route and service delivery performance through ride-alongs and camera audits and submit all findings to supervisor.
• Support drivers at various schools during periods loading or unloading. Provide appropriate Passenger Assistance Techniques to assist passengers as necessary.
• Assist with onboarding and orientation tasks for new drivers, including training support or documentation preparation.
• Report all vehicle and customer incidents to supervisor and/or dispatch as soon as possible.
• Utilize and maintain adaptive equipment for specialized transit.
• Perform and review pre-trip inspection reports, shuttle vehicles to receive preventive maintenance as required by Program and maintain all logs.
• Communicate with individuals, understand appropriate behavior modification techniques and maintain a safe environment on vehicle during transport.
• Communicate well regarding any case management or service delivery issues that arise.
• Be available to work for/with other departments of Easterseals as requested by supervisor.
• Perform courier service as requested by supervisor.
• Hours: May vary but generally Monday - Friday
• Morning - 6am-9:30am
• Mid-Afternoon - 11:30am-1pm
• Afternoon - 1:30pm-4:30pm
• Compensation: $23.50 hourly.
• What's in it for you? We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability
• PTO begins accruing on your first day!
• Up to 9 paid holidays annually, plus one floating holiday of your choice. For programs that remain open during holidays, staff scheduled to work will receive holiday pay in accordance with program guidelines.
• 403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%
• Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment
• Student loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employment
• Wellness programs: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessation
• We are proud to be a recovery-friendly workplace and a NH Veteran-Friendly Business.
• To learn more about this role, please click on the blue "Apply Now" button below to submit your application. Have questions about the role? Schedule time to chat with our Talent Acquisition Specialist, Bill: www.calendly.com/eastersealsnh-bill/30min
• Difficulty submitting your application or scheduling time to chat? Contact
• Bill at 603.670.6817 or email wstavropoulos@eastersealsnh.org
• EOE

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Job Description: Easterseals NH is excited to announce a new role for our transportation program! We are seeking a Driver - Float to provide reliable driving coverage in the absence of regularly assigned drivers and support departmental operations through administrative and special-assignment duties when not performing driving functions.

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