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Adventure Enthusiast and Day Trip Navigator Wanted! Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with the Town of Erie's Recreational Programs? Join our dynamic team as a Van Driver and be part of the magic that brings unforgettable experiences to our community!
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Driving Duties
• Drives Town-owned vehicles to and from destinations. Operates assigned motor vehicles safely and obeys all applicable traffic laws.
• Ensures vehicle is ready for use including, but not limited to, obtaining keys, filling with gas, and cleaning vehicle upon return.
• Organizes boarding procedures and provides aid to all passengers entering and exiting vehicle.
• Attends and participates at venues with group; remains in contact with and accompanies group and / or assists as needed with tasks or logistics such as ticketing, check-in, communication regarding departure times or other trip related tasks.
• Manages trip timeline to adhere to admission times, reservations, deadlines, tour schedule and departure times and other related steps.
Administrative Duties
• Conducts pre-post trip inspections of assigned vehicle and completes a safety checklist. Reports on any vehicle performance or maintenance issues.
• Proactively assures continual passenger safety during all phases of each trip. Ensures the safety of program participants by enforcing all rules and policies.
• Provides feedback to staff regarding trips and makes suggestions for improvement.
• Maintains program related records and reports including accurate trip data.
Other/Miscellaneous
• Maintains frequent communications with other staff within the Community Center and Division and reports any issues or concerns with inventory, facility conditions, policies and incidents to supervisory staff as needed.
• Provides exceptional guest service and represents the Town in a positive manner in all situations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other/Miscellaneous
Maintains frequent communications with other staff within the Community Center and Division and reports any issues or concerns with inventory, facility conditions, policies and incidents to supervisory staff as needed.
Provides exceptional guest service and represents the Town in a positive manner in all situations.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age with a high school diploma or GED. One year of related experience is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Must successfully pass all required employment screens including drug screening and a criminal background check.
CERTIFICATES/LICENSES/REGISTRATIONS
Ability to obtain CPR, First Aid and AED certification within one month of employment
Valid Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Knowledge of: To perform this job successfully, an individual must demonstrate exceptional leadership and communication skills and must possess expert knowledge of the laws relating to the operation of motor vehicles which transport passengers. Knowledge of how to address all passengers’ needs. Knowledge of recreation related Department and Town policies and procedures and knowledge of County, State and Federal policies and procedures as related to transportation of passengers. Knowledge of loading and unloading vehicle passengers. Knowledge to recognize safety hazards and sanitation issues and to notify supervisor as needed.
Skills in: Initiative and decision-making; verbal and written communication; supervision, leadership, and interpersonal relationships; outstanding customer service to a diverse population; administrative functions; time management, meeting deadlines, responding to internal and external requests in a timely manner; positive and professional working relationships with all Town staff and the community; conflict resolution; handling controversial issues; comprehending instruction, correspondence, and policies and procedures; problem solving; remaining composed in emergency situations and working effectively under stressful circumstances; performing CPR, First Aid, and AED to level of certification; operating vehicle under ideal conditions as well as while multiple distractions and stressful situations are occurring; driving during daylight and nighttime hours, and reading a road map; driving vehicle and working in varying weather conditions; using Town gas pumps, and complete and maintain well-organized daily records, logs and incident reports.
Environmental Factors:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to sit for up to 3-8 hours per shift. Time spent walking and standing will vary per shift but can be up to 4 hours per shift. Occasionally tasks will require stooping, kneeling, pushing, and pulling of objects. The employee will rarely grasp and lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Physical Factors:
Work will be performed in a vehicle while driving. Some tasks may occasionally require outdoor work. Tasks require the frequent use of color discrimination, peripheral vision, depth perception, near and far visual acuity while driving. The employee must be able to hear people speak on the vehicle and traffic noises such as emergency sirens. Tasks will require the employee to drive in traffic, cities, and mountains. The employee will occasionally load bins for cookouts.
BENEFITS:
The Town of Erie offers a comprehensive benefit package and pays a major portion of the employee premium to make these benefits more affordable for you. Coverage of these benefits begin the 1st of the month following date of hire for benefited employees regularly working an average of 20 hours per week. Each year you will have the option of changing your elections through open enrollment.
Part-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
Employer sponsored wellness program, including employee-based fitness classes
Free membership to the Erie Community Center
Employee Discount Program through Benefits Hub
EEOC: The Town is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment or discrimination based on any of these protected classes. Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct, which has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual’s work performance or creating a severe, intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment. This provision applies to all employees, including directors, supervisors, co-workers, and non-employees such as residents, members of all boards and task force groups, contractors, vendors, consultants, etc.
