Senior Services- Program Aide- Driver (CDL Required)

Position Overview

The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department of the City of Jacksonville is seeking three (3) Program Aide – Drivers. This role provides essential transportation and support services for seniors 60 years and older, ensuring they receive assistance and can safely access program services. Work for the city you love and enjoy a work/life balance along with outstanding benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Operates motor vehicles to transport seniors, including assisting them with entering and exiting vehicles.
• Performs daily maintenance checks to ensure vehicles are in good operating order and maintains both interior and exterior cleanliness.
• Completes trip records and other documents related to participant transportation.
• Assists in providing program services, including message, package, and supply distribution, and supports telephone inquiries.
• Works on various routes and job sites as needed, performing first aid or CPR when required.
• Assists with scanning participants for meals and activities at designated program sites and demonstrates proficiency in the City’s competencies.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of standardized work routines in operating a multi-passenger vehicle.
• Familiarity with traffic rules, daily pre-trip and post-trip procedures.
• Ability to operate a multi-passenger motor vehicle and provide physical assistance to senior citizens.
• Ability to perform first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and basic mathematics.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including operating a two-way radio and standard office equipment.
• Minimum of one year of experience in transporting people via vans or buses.
• Must be bondable and pass local, state, and federal background screening.
• Licensing/Certification Requirements: Registration with the Florida Motor Carrier Safety Administration; a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with a P (Passenger) Endorsement; City of Jacksonville Certification as a Public Driver; CPR and First Aid Certification (within six months of appointment); and compliance with DOT/FMCSA Drug and Alcohol requirements.
• A probationary period of six months and participation in pre-employment and random drug/alcohol testing programs.

Benefits & Perks

• Work/Life Balance: Enjoy four weeks off during your first year.
• Health Benefits: Access to low and no cost health insurance options, including dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Paid Time Off: Benefit from 12 paid holidays and one personal leave day.
• Additional Perk: Eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of public service.