Driver I

THE TORRES MARTINEZ DESERT CAHUILLA INDIANS

JOB DESCRIPTION

For Posting Purposes Only

JOB TITLE: Driver I - (Part-Time)

PROGRAM: Temporary Assistance for Needy Families 

DIVISION: Temporary Assistance for Needy Families

DEPARTMENT: Transportation

REPORTS TO: Transportation Manager

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

Salary: $19.93 per hour non-negotiable  

SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Transportation Manager, (“Manager”) this position will primarily focus on transporting clients and passengers to and from designated location for TANF purposes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Including but not limited to the following duties and responsibilities.

• Transport clients that include minors
• Follow road safety rules and regulations
• Directs & instructs passengers regarding safety for the purpose of enforcing rules, regulations, laws and safety
• Adhere to applicable TANF, Tribal, and State laws, policies, and procedures 
• Adhere to dress code, including wearing a uniform
• Utilize path finding software such as GPS or Google Maps to determine appropriate route to destination
• Document and track a variety of logs and records relating to vehicle usage, service, fuel, and mileage
• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilation systems for passenger comfort
• Maintain TANF vehicles, both interiors and exterior, including filling gas tanks, washing, and checkups
• Issue violation strikes to clients for pick up- no shows
• Communicate department and program information with parents and TANF staff, as needed
• Act as chaperone for children and cover for other staff, as needed
• Act as lead driver to assist Manager in day to day duties, as needed
• Deliver packages and other items, as needed

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Non-supervisory

OTHER DUTIES:

• Attend mandatory trainings
• Attend meetings as required by position
• Travel as required to perform duties
• Perform related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Methods and procedures used in the servicing, minor repair and inspection of vehicles
• Safe and defensive driving practices
• Applicable traffic laws, codes and regulations
• Health and safety regulations
• Operation of a computer and other assigned software programs 
• Record-keeping techniques
• Telephone etiquette
• Correct English usage; grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary
• Conflict resolution practices

ABILITY TO:

• Apply cultural sensitivity to Native American programs
• Maintain confidentiality 
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices 
• Learn and follow designated routes 
• Use cell phones 
• Maintain vehicle in clean and proper working condition
• Conduct safety inspections and perform routine preventive maintenance 
• Apply effective time management and meet critical timelines
• Follow directions and instructions effectively
• Interpret, apply, and adhere to related laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Apply interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy 
• Prepare clear, concise, and accurate records and reports
• Problem solving and strategically resolve conflicts

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate GED/HiSET and (1) year of experience transporting 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS: To perform and to continue to be qualified for this position, the requirements listed below must be met at a time of hire or may be obtained within a specific amount of time depending on the position requirements. Costs for required certifications, licenses, and registration are to be covered by employee, unless offered by the Tribe. 

• Must have prior to hiring and maintain throughout employment, a valid California Class C driver’s license and maintain insurability under the Tribe’s vehicle insurance policy. 
• Requires GSA defensive driving training every two (2) years
• Requires driver to be at least 21 years of age in order to transport minors

• Requires regular contact with or control over Indian children and is therefore subject to the background investigative process to comply with P.L. 101-630 
• Requires throughout employment maintaining a Mandated Reporting Certificate of Training
• Requires throughout employment maintaining a CPR/AED/First Aid Card or Certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard 
• Seeing to read a variety of materials
• Standing and Sitting for extended periods of time
• Walking during site visits. 
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Driving a vehicle to conduct work
• Outdoor extreme weather conditions
• Indoor office environment
• Interacting with difficult people

TMDCI Member/Indian Preference Policy:

The Tribe shall, to the greatest extent feasible, give preference in employment to Indian applicants who meet the required qualifications in accordance with applicable law, including the TERO Ordinance. “Indian preference in employment” as used in policy, applies in all aspects of the employment relationship including, hiring, termination of employment, promotion, training, and related issues.

Notice of Drug Free Workplace Act Requirements:

The Tribe is required to implement the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 (41 U.S.C. §741). As such, it is unlawful for employees to manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess, or use a controlled substance on the job site. Employees that are reasonably suspected of violating this Act may be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment. A drug screening test will be given to all applicants prior to employment.

Essential Government Functions:

All work performed under this job classification is in support of essential governmental functions of the Tribe.