Minibus Driver

Job Overview
The Riverhead Town Senior Center is seeking a dedicated and energetic Minibus Driver to join our team, responsible for safely transporting passengers to various destinations while providing excellent customer service.

Duties

• Operates a passenger van with a valid Commercial Driver License in no more than 15 passenger bus with regards to the Town's nutrition program and/or the dial-a-ride program, picking up and discharging senior citizen passengers;
• Performs safety checks on assigned vehicle to determine proper functioning of lights, brakes, heat controls, tires and general running condition;
• Detects and prepares written reports of maintenance and repair needs of assigned bus;
• Answers questions regarding senior programs and maintains good relations with passengers;
• Maintains order on bus and an atmosphere conducive to safe transportation of passengers;
• Loads, transports, and delivers meals to homebound citizens;
• May take temperature of meals to determine suitability for delivery;
• Collects money from clients and keeps appropriate records;
• Transports supplies, equipment and interoffice mail as needed;
• Performs any other duties as assigned by the Town Supervisor and or their designee.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Candidates must be at least 18 years of age
• Possession of a valid NYS CDL

The Town of Riverhead is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status

Pay: $44,853.07 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person