Transportation Specialist

About the Role

Dorchester Seniors, Inc. (DSI) is seeking a reliable, compassionate Transportation Specialist to provide safe and dependable transportation and home-delivered meal (HDM) services for DSI members throughout Dorchester County. This role also performs daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to keep DSI's fleet safe and road-ready. The Transportation Specialist is often the only DSI staff member a homebound member sees on a given day, and is expected to represent DSI with professionalism, care, and reliability in every interaction.

What You'll Do

Transport DSI members safely and on schedule to and from DSI center locations and community outings, including operation of the wheelchair lift as needed

Deliver home-delivered meals (HDM) to members' residences throughout Dorchester County on assigned routes

Perform a thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle safety inspection on every shift, documenting findings and reporting any concerns to your supervisor

Operate DSI vehicles in full compliance with traffic laws and DSI safety policies at all times

Maintain vehicle fuel levels, cleanliness, and general road-readiness

Use GPS/smartphone technology to authenticate pickups and deliveries as required by grant contracts

Maintain accurate daily driving logs, mileage records, route sheets, and passenger documentation

Notice and report any changes in a member's condition or well-being to the Director of Nutrition & Transportation

What We're Looking For

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Valid South Carolina driver's license with no more than six points in violations

Clean driving record; ability to pass DSI's pre-employment motor vehicle background check

Ability to drive standard-equipped vehicles, including a 15-passenger bus/van

Ability to safely operate a wheelchair lift

Comfortable using GPS and smartphone technology for route documentation

Good verbal and written communication skills and a calm, patient manner with older adults

Schedule & Compensation

Part-time, Monday through Friday

No weekend or holiday work required

Starting pay: $16 per hour

Employees are eligible for DSI's benefits package, subject to plan terms