PT Driver/Facilities Worker
hace 24 días
Hollis
Job Description About Us New York Edge (NYE) is the largest provider of school-based afterschool and summer programming in New York City, serving thousands of students annually across all five boroughs and Long Island. Our mission is to help young people discover their potential by providing programs that support academic achievement, social-emotional development, and leadership growth. Through deep partnerships with schools, communities, and city agencies, we deliver high-quality experiences that address the needs of the whole child and build pathways to lifelong success. NYE also serves as a leading Community-Based Organization (CBO) in the NYC Community Schools initiative, partnering with school leadership to coordinate integrated supports such as expanded learning, family engagement, and wellness services to ensure students and families have access to comprehensive school-based resources Position Summary The Van Driver is a vital member of the Operations team, responsible for transporting supplies, equipment, and materials to New York Edge sites and events across New York City and Long Island. This role ensures that programs and major events are equipped to run smoothly and efficiently by delivering key items on time, maintaining accurate inventory records, and coordinating with staff to support logistical needs. Key Responsibilities: • Drive the New York Edge van to assigned sites and delivery points throughout NYC and Long Island., • Review inventory against packing lists prior to departure., • Secure signed delivery confirmations at each site., • Submit all signed inventory lists to the Site and Headquarters., • Keep the van clean and well-organized at all times., • Track and record gas usage, mileage, and routine maintenance., • Maintain and submit all receipts for gas, parking, car washes, and cleanings to your supervisor monthly; the supervisor will submit to Finance at month-end., • Coordinate logistics for large-scale events such as sports tournaments, arts showcases, and other major initiatives., • Assist staff with loading and unloading event equipment and supplies at venues., • Work proactively with site and program staff to ensure accurate, timely deliveries., • Build positive relationships with team members to support program success., • Follow all traffic laws and New York Edge driving safety policies., • No texting, emailing, or distractions while operating the van., • Use proper lifting techniques and adhere to all safety protocols., • Promptly informing the company of any traffic tickets issued against the company vehicle during work hours., • Providing accurate time records of the company vehicle’s coming and goings., • Reporting any accidents, injuries, and vehicle damage to management. Required Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent, • Maintain a valid NYS driver’s license and clean driving record at all times., • Minimum 4 years of professional driving experience preferred, • Familiarity with NYC and Long Island geography strongly preferred, • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and manage physical aspects of the role safely, • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, • Basic experience with delivery tracking or inventory a plus, • Reliability and punctuality, • Team collaboration and responsiveness, • Professionalism and accountability, • Attention to detail and safety, • When not making deliveries, assist at New York Edge headquarters with conducting inventory., • Ensure all items returned to headquarters are properly stored in designated storage areas and not left in the garage., • May be required to work occasional evenings and weekends based on program and event needs., • Perform other duties as assigned. Collaboration & Communication • Work proactively with site and program staff to ensure accurate, timely deliveries., • Build positive relationships with team members to support program success., • Resolve issues quickly and communicate effectively to ensure smooth logistics.