HomeFirst Services

POSITION:                          Delivery Driver with Passenger Endorsement B-Class Shuttle Driver

PROGRAM/LOCATION:      Boccardo Reception Center (BRC) and Cold Weather Shelter (CWSP)/

                                            San Jose; Gilroy, Sunnyvale, Mountain View

SUPERVISOR:                    Fleet Coordinator/Emergency Shelter Services Director

STATUS:                             Full Time (32-40 hrs./week)

 

PROGRAMS SUMMARY:

The Boccardo Reception Center (BRC) is the largest homeless shelter and service facility in Santa Clara County with a capacity of up to 250 homeless persons. The BRC is a multi-service facility that offers numerous programs and services, including year-round emergency shelter, a medical clinic, public benefits enrollment and advocacy, job search and retention assistance, group workshops and additional resources, information and referral to community partners, housing search and financial assistance, and free restroom, shower, and laundry facilities. The BRC facility is open and staffed seven days per week, 24 hours per day.

HomeFirst has also operated the Cold Weather Shelter Program (CWSP) since 1987 to provide temporary shelter during the cold weather and rainy season to people who are homeless. Our focus is on providing a safe environment and the basic necessities of life.

 

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

>Safely operate 16+ passenger shuttle/van/Box trucks

>Deliver/Pick up clients to preset destinations according to a schedule

>Deliver and pick-up goods, meals, supplies for all programs, facilities, such as the shelters, jail, etc. company routes/sites as needed

>Operating equipment and machines, such as cars, trucks, forklifts, pallet jacks,etc

 >Assisting with loading and unloading items, food, general equipment, linens from vehicles, trucks, etc.

>Drive for prolonged amounts of time.

>Must maintain trips logs which give details, such as passenger count, route details, proof of pick up/ delivery, etc

>Document vehicle issues, route details, fuel intakes and maintenance in respective logs

>Keep neat, complete vehicle logs, including Maintenance, Route Details, and Fuel

>Must have expertise in handling the shuttle/box trucks and ability to complete minor maintenance tasks such as pre-trip inspections, oil checks, tire pressure, air filter, etc.

>Help maintain and keep the shuttle and vehicles clean and operational

>Provide daily inspections and report any deficiencies to manager immediately

>Must be aware of city roadways and be able to interpret road maps

>Attend all meetings relevant to the position

>Assist with other duties assigned

 

QUALIFICATIONS:  

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid California class B Driver License with authorization/endorsement for 15 or more passengers
• Minimum one year of B-Class driving experience
• Experience working with the homeless population preferred
• Experience in customer service preferred

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

• Able to follow directions, read maps, and familiarity with Santa Clara County
• Able to follow written and oral instructions and take direction
• Ability to work with people of diverse social backgrounds
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• High level of flexibility and ability to prioritize appropriately
• Ability to present oneself and the agency professionally to internal and external audiences
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Walk, bend, twist, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch
• Able to regularly lift up to 30 lbs.

Characteristics

• Valid California Driver License and auto insurance
• NO Major Moving Violations within the past 4 years (e.g. DUI, driving while license suspended/revoked, etc.)
• Acceptable driving record (no excessive tickets, at-fault accidents, etc.)
• Able to pass standard background check and fingerprinting
• Must have clear drug tests
• Sensitivity to the needs of homeless individuals and families
• Observant of the environment and the people within it
• Desire to continually develop skills and increase knowledge
• Value being part of a coordinated team
• High level of professionalism with internal and external audiences
• Strong sense of accountability
• Must be over 18 years old