Driver

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Summary

Responsible for operating vehicles for the purpose of transporting passengers and assisting with custodial

maintenance functions of the vehicle as required. Works with Safety/Security team to help ensure the

security and safety of students and staff, buildings, vehicles, and property by checking persons, center

grounds, doors, windows, lighting, appliances, equipment, locks, and emergency equipment. Performs

guard and administrative duties to assist in the protection of life and property against theft, misappropriation,

fire, flood, or similar disaster.

Essential Functions

1. Drives center vehicles.

2. Maintains center vehicles in a clean and safe manner.

3. Performs accurate and timely recording and reporting.

4. Transport non-residential students to and from the center, when necessary.

5. Transports students to and from work-based learning (WBL) and off-center training, activities, and

medical/dental appointments.

6. Transports students to and from the center’s designated arrival point using government-paid

transportation.

7. Tests fire and intrusion alarms; reports malfunctions.

8. Conducts search and seizures in dormitory as needed by Safety/Security Department.

9. Confiscate contraband, weapons, etc., and deliver confiscated items to the Safety/Security

Manager for proper disposal.

10. Assists the Center staff and law officers in controlling disturbances; investigates and prepares

reports as needed.

11. Transports students on a scheduled or emergency basis.

12. Assists in transporting ill and/or injured students, staff, or others requiring medical attention.

13. Prepare any related motor vehicle reports.

14. Maintains student accountability in accordance with accountability policy and procedures.

15. Inform staff and students of unsafe practices and conditions.

16. Provides security gate/desk coverage when not operating vehicle; ensures that proper check-out

and check-in procedures are followed and properly documented.

17. Performs enforcement duties in accordance with federal law, state statutes, and center rules and

regulations to maintain the peace and safety of students and staff.

18. Patrols buildings and grounds to ensure the safety and physical security of buildings and property

by checking doors, windows, lights, electrical appliances, equipment, locks, and emergency

equipment.

19. Maintains a log of vehicle-related findings and corrective actions taken.

20. Checks identification of personnel seeking entrance to or exit from the grounds and permits or

denies entrance or exit according to established policies and procedures.

21. Responds to fire alarms, takes necessary steps to report fires, assists in suppressing fires, and

resets alarm equipment.

22. Sets up and checks operation of intrusion alarm systems in buildings as required.

23. Assists staff and law enforcement personnel in controlling disturbances; takes initial reports and

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conducts preliminary investigation of crimes.

24. Models, mentors, and monitors the positive normative culture of the center.

25. Acts as a responsible custodian for the assigned center property.

26. Reports violations of unethical behavior.

27. Suggests opportunities for continuous operational improvement and a reduction of waste.

28. Identifies and reports on environmental health and safety concerns.

29. Able to maintain a 75% or higher on employee scorecard.

Required Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of related experience
• Associate’s degree in criminal justice is desirable and may be substituted for experience.
• One year of experience in firefighting, law enforcement, or safety and security desired
• Previous experience working with youth preferred.
• One year of experience as a driver.

Certifications/Competencies

• General knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair
• Ability to maintain a vehicle mechanically.
• Unencumbered CDL.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local,

state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

• Ability to promote the Career Success Standards (CSS) by modeling appropriate behaviors,

mentoring students when necessary, and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through

interventions.

• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Minimum Eligibility Qualifications

• If the position requires driving, a valid driver's license in the state of employment with an acceptable

driving record is required.

• I-9 documentation required to verify authorization to work in the United States
• Successfully pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check and drug test

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.