Job Summary:
The Transportation Driver will be responsible for providing ground transportation of hostel clients and escorts from the First Nations communities approved by NIHB. The Driver/Interpreter will provide general outreach and interpret for clients as well as perform routine maintenance and upkeep of the passenger vans.
Qualifications:
- Persons of First Nations ancestry will be given preference (OHRC, Part II, Special Employment)
- Must be available for all shifts, Shifts include early morning, days, evenings and weekends.
- Ability to speak in a first Nations dialect of the Sioux Lookout Region would be an asset (Ojibway/Oji-Cree/Cree).
- Must have a valid G class Driving license.
- Written and oral communication skills acceptable to the employer that meet the requirements of the role of Transportation Driver.
- Must possess a minimum of five years of driving experience, from having a valid and unrestricted full driving license.
- Any further driving training such as Defensive Driving, Driving with Dangerous Goods, would be an asset.
- Experience working in a transportation environment would be an asset but full training will be provided.
- Experience in frontline Customer Service working in a fast-paced environment.
- The ability to perform the requirements of the position on a regular basis.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Provide transportation for First Nations medical clients and escorts by
- Provide safe and courteous driving services, drop off and pick up in front of all medical buildings;
- Ensure that all passengers abide by safety laws (seat belts, child seats);
- Ensure all passengers are courteous and respectful of their fellow passengers;
- Working shift work and flexible shifts as required.
Provide general outreach and interpreting services for clients by:
- Always provide proper and professional relations with clients;
- Provide polite, out-going and attentive client supervision, assistance, support and advocacy as necessary;
Perform routine maintenance and upkeep of Client Services Department passenger vans by:
- Provide safe and responsible operation of the department’s vehicles;
- Submit daily reports of each vehicle’s maintenance log book entries, daily vehicle Circle Checks and mileage;
- Submit daily reports of each vehicle’s client and mileage sheet used for statistical reporting;
- Monitor and report number of deliveries with and without clients for statistical reporting;
Perform daily routine safety/Circle Checks of vehicles, including availability of safety equipment. While doing this all safety equipment must be worn. i.e. Safety vest;
Perform light, routine vehicle maintenance and cleaning as directed by procedures or by the Client Services Supervisor.
- Fill up the van and fill out gas information at reception after every shift.
- Plug van in during winter months when necessary.
- Request supplies for van when needed.
- Write up and submit incident reports to appropriate departments.
- Participate and contribute to regular staff development activities and staff meetings.
- Work as a team member with co-workers, SLFNHA staff and other organizations.
- Provide assistance when required and any other duties assigned.
Closing Date: Open to Filled
