SUMMARY OF THE POSITION
Person who drives an automobile and has the legally required license to do so.

SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS:
•    Supervise the loading and unloading of passengers (including handicapped passengers) into adaptive vehicle;
•    Transport passengers (including handicapped passengers) inside and outside of the facility to designated areas in a punctual and timely manner;
•    Guide passengers to the appropriate seat and monitor their behavior;
•    Operate adaptive vehicle and equipment such as the hydraulic lift; 
•    Complete the mechanical inspection sheet, report any inconsistencies or repair;
•    Ensure safety by applying security and driving rules;
•    Responsible for the cleanliness of the vehicle and ensure comfort of the passengers;
•    Plan routes in advance to minimize the number of stops and maximize fuel efficiency; 
•    Ensure that passengers arrive at their destinations on time and help them settle into their facilities. 

REQUIREMENTS
Education: 
•    No Diploma, No High school needed;
•    Valid driver’s permit class 4A meeting the standards of the Société d'assurance automobile du Québec and the Ministère des Transports du Québec.

Experience:
•    Excellent driving record: Driving Record Request (SAAQ clic online Services – Citizens).

Knowledge and Abilities:
•    Ability to operate the vehicle;
•    Excellent knowledge of passenger transportation, safety and defensive driving;
•    Knowledge of appropriate community or city routes and locations;
•    Excellent knowledge of Cree culture and language for drivers in communities;
•    Excellent interpersonal and listening communication, and teamwork skills;
•    Warehouse experience, heavy lifting;
•    Autonomous, flexible and discrete;
•    Observation skills;
•    Customer service clientele skills;
•    Empathy, courtesy, patience and resourcefulness;
•    Must be able to speak in a clear voice that all passengers can hear and understand instructions.

Language:
•    Fluent in Cree and English;  
•    Fluency in French is an asset.

Other:
•    Occasional after hours’ availability.