Driver I

Job Summary

The primary function of the Driver I is to transport patients to and from health-related facilities.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide non-emergency transportation to and from health-related facilities in a safe and timely manner.
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of vehicles and reports any needed maintenance or repairs.
• Perform safety checks on vehicles and wheelchair-lift equipment; maintain safety logs.
• Maintain logbook regarding passengers and destinations.
• Comply with Tribal rules and regulations, obey Arizona traffic laws, and drive in a safety conscious manner at all times.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level as requested by supervisor or director.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge Of:

• Routine vehicle maintenance (such as maintaining full tank, properly inflated tire, oil check and water levels);
• Basic health care practices, techniques and medical terminology;
• Community health activities and clinic routines;
• Driving safety policies and procedures;
• GSA, tribal and departmental policies and procedures regarding vehicles usage;
• Yaqui culture, customs, resources and traditions and/or a willingness to learn.

• The use of telephone, including cellular phone;
• Operate commercial vehicles;
• Work independently;
• Maintain records and reports on all clients transported;
• Must be able to work weekends, evenings or any other regular schedule runs, if necessary;
• Drive safely and maintain a safe driving record;
• Function well under pressure;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public;
• Operate a variety of office equipment, including a computer and related software applications;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with co-workers, supervisor, management, Council members, and the public. Have ability to sufficiently exchange or convey information and receive verbal and written work instructions.

Education, Certifications and Experience Required

Completion of the eighth grade and three (3) years driving experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

• Must show proof of a safe driving record from the Motor Vehicle Division with no moving violations in the past three (3) years;
• Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver's License.

• Must be CPR certified or complete basic CPR/First-Aid training within six (6) months of employment;
• This position will require the incumbent to work non-traditional hours, nights, and weekends;
• Must have a current Level 1 Arizona Clearance Card or be able to obtain the Level 1 Arizona Clearance Card within ninety (90) days of hire. Failure to maintain a current Level 1 Clearance Card will result in removal from this position.

The Pascua Yaqui Tribe provides 22 days of Paid Time Off which increases with years of service and 15 paid Holidays per year. We offer a comprehensive healthcare benefit package that surpasses or rivals the biggest organizations in Tucson. We encourage you to stay healthy by providing an onsite Wellness Center. Additionally, the Tribe offers a 401(k) Plan with a generous match in which you're immediately vested along with a profit sharing plan after one year of employment. Sworn police and and fire employees are eligible to make Pre-Tax and After-Tax contirbutions to the Arizona Public Safety Personnel Retirement Systems ("PSPRS").