Saginaw Transit Authority Regional Services (STARS) is starting up a new non-emergency medical transit service to better serve the community. STARS is building a team of innovative and motivated individuals to start this unique service. It is the MISSION of STARS to supply safe, efficient, dependable, and affordable public transportation for ALL citizens of Saginaw.
Position: Mobility Chauffeur (Full-Time & Part-Time Available)
Position Description: Rides to Wellness supplies same-day, door-to-door transportation using a personalized
approach to supply health and wellness transportation services. A Mobility Chauffeur handles supplying safe, courteous transportation services as a part of the STARS Rides to Wellness On-Demand Service Program.
Supervised by: Lead Mobility Coordinator
Responsibilities: Chauffeurs are expected to transport customers safely and courteously.
- Operate assigned vehicle in a safe, courteous, and prompt manner, with the goal of satisfied and loyal customers
- Read, interpret, and follow work assignment instructions; deviate from these instructions only with authorization, and keep required schedule
- Perform pre- and post-operation vehicle inspections
- Operate lift and/or ramp-equipped vehicles
- Board, secure (as required by STARS procedures) and discharge passengers in safe and efficient manner; must have concern and consideration for handling of the elderly and disabled and must be able to aid passengers into and out of their homes.
- Operate communications equipment according to prescribed FCC and STARS rules and regulations
- Perform other duties assigned
Qualifications: The physical demands include the ability to drive a vehicle for hours at a time, helping
customers “door-through-door,” lift up to 50 pounds; daily use of hands and fingers to use objects, tools, or controls, including grasping, balancing, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Michigan Chauffeur’s License and a clean driving record
- Knowledge of Traffic laws, codes, and regulation, and the ability to use vehicles in a safe manner in full compliance with the law
- Knowledge of Geography of the City of Saginaw and Saginaw County
- Ability to work in a Team Environment and work under stressful conditions
Examination/Screening: Selected candidate will have to successfully complete a drug screen, physical examination, and background check. Must be able to successfully pass internal skills test(s)
