Employment Opportunities

Part Time Driver & Facilities Associate
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Department: Administration
Reports To: Transportation & Facilities Manager
Supervises: Not Applicable
Salary: $15/hr

About Us:
JOURNEYS | The Road Home is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive services and shelter to individuals and families experiencing homelessness and housing instability. Our mission is to empower those we serve to achieve self-sufficiency through a continuum of care that includes housing, supportive services, and community engagement. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all.
 
Position Overview:
Under the general direction of the Facilities/Transportation Manager, PT Driver and Facilities Associate is an entry level position responsible for transportation of our clients and maintenance of our facility. This job will require early morning and weekend availability. Depending on the season, hours will vary.
 
 
Essential Requirements:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Have a valid driver’s license
• Have a good driving record
• Comfort with driving an 8 passenger bus (no special license required)
• Pass driving test administered by a supervisor
• Pass a criminal background check
• Ability to lift and move items in excess of 40 pounds
• An ability to follow instructions and follow a schedule
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Subscription to and integration of the agency’s core values of Respect, Teamwork, Mission-Driven, and Commitment

 
Core Competencies:

• Demonstrate effective communication skills
• Adapt to changing work priorities
• Maintain composure under stressful situations
• Maintain confidentiality
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out duties
• Take initiative in problem solving

 
Key Responsibilities:
 
DRIVING DUTIES | 45%

• Pick up and deliver donations
• Drive clients to appointments
• Pick up/drop off of clients to and from PADS Sites
• Pick up soiled linens from PADS Sites, deliver clean linens to PADS sites
• Other duties as assigned

 
FACILITY & MAINTAINENCE | 45%

• Upkeep of landscaping
• General building repairs & maintenance
• Other duties as assigned

 
ADMINISTRATIVE | 10%

• Coordinate flex schedule with supervisor
• Report maintenance needs of the vehicles
• Coordinate scheduled maintenance appointments
• Do not allow the vehicle to register under a quarter tank of gas
• Fill up gas tank as needed
• Assure that all vehicle fluids are maintained at the appropriate levels
• Other duties as assigned

 
JOURNEYS is a safe, inclusive workplace and encourages all who may be interested in the position to apply. We strongly encourage those with the following identities to apply: Black and indigenous people, Latinx people, other people of color, LGBTQIA+, women and non-binary people, people with disabilities, and others with lived experience of homelessness and/or as being part of marginalized communities. While we have a set of preferred qualifications listed, if you have other experience that you think is related, please apply and tell us about it.
 
Note:  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. In addition, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
 
This work is primarily sedentary and requires travel throughout the service area as well as within the greater Chicago areas. The work schedule varies depending on the needs and services of the organization. Evening and weekend work is necessary in order to attend meetings or to participate in events. This position will require exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. 
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​To apply, CLICK HERE to submit resume and cover letter (all items are required).

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