Transit Driver (90 Day - Emergency Hire Only) (51132)

Job DetailsJob Location: Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma - Carnegie, OK 73015Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $13.00 - $18.00 HourlyJob Shift: 8:00am-4:30pm (M-F)Job Category: TransportationJOB SUMMARY: Works under the supervision of the Kiowa Tribal Transit Manager. The Transportation Director will be available for discussion on situations not covered by the instructions to determine appropriate course of action. The Transit Driver will be in charge of transporting passenger(s)/commuters to and from their destinations.  RESPONSIBILITIES: Use the cell phone to log in waiting passenger(s) information to the Tribal Transit Office. Pick up passenger(s) at designated location and transport them to their desired destination.  Check the passenger(s) destination and determine the most appropriate and/or cost efficient route.  Oversee the daily operation of vehicle and passenger(s) safety, mobility and make pre-trip vehicle checks. Keep record of work progress and any other duties assigned by the Transit Manager and/or Transportation Director. Daily trip reports are to be submitted to the Transit Manager and/or the Dispatcher for compiling and recording monthly data.  Receive money and/or commuter pass for fare fees and give accurate change.  Keep accurate record of Transit driver shift, income and expenses. Present excellent customer service to all customers. Respond to emergency situations as requested including hazardous and severe weather conditions which may involve fire, flood, and tornadoes. Coordinate with police and emergency dispatcher as required. All other duties assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GED Must be knowledgeable of maps or understand navigation. Must be computer literate and must be able to understand directions.  REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid Oklahoma state driver's license and be insurable under the Kiowa Tribes Driving policy. Must submit to and pass a pre-employment background check and pre-employment drug test. Positions are subject to random drug testing according to the Tribes Drug Free Workplace Policy and Federal DOT requirements.  PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: Must be able to travel when needed. Work is normally performed in an office work environment (occasionally outside) Regular sitting, standing, and walking. Occasionally reaching, stooping, bending, and lifting items weighing 50 pounds or less. E.O.E & Indian Preference Equal Opportunity Employer: The Kiowa Tribe does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.   According to the Kiowa Tribe Human Resources Policies and Procedures, the Kiowa Tribe recognizes Kiowa Preference first, other federally recognized tribes second and other races last.   Indian Preference applies in accordance with Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC Section 472), BIA Form 4432, Tribal Identification or Certificate Degree of Indian Blood must be submitted with employment application to receive Indian Preference.