Driver 1 (External Deadline 11/03/2026)

Role summary

Driver 1 (External Deadline 11/03/2026) is a full-time role at TANF Employees in San Jacinto, California, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-10-22. Salary: USD 20 per hour. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.

Job title

Driver 1 (External Deadline 11/03/2026)

Company

TANF Employees

Location

San Jacinto, California, United States

Work arrangement

on-site

Employment type

full-time

Category

Logistics & Warehousing

Salary

USD 20 per hour

Experience level

0-2

Degree required

No

Date posted

2026-10-22

Job description

THE TORRES MARTINEZ DESERT CAHUILLA INDIANS

JOB DESCRIPTION

For Posting Purposes Only

JOB TITLE: Driver I

DIVISION: Temporary Assistance for Needy Families

DEPARTMENT: Family Development Services - Transportation

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

Salary: $19.93 per hour non-negotiable

SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Transportation Manager, (“Manager”) this position will primarily focus on transporting clients and passengers to and from designated location for TANF purposes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Including but not limited to the following duties and responsibilities.

Transport clients that include minors

Follow road safety rules and regulations

Directs & instructs passengers regarding safety for the purpose of enforcing rules, regulations, laws and safety

Adhere to applicable TANF, Tribal, and State laws, policies, and procedures

Adhere to dress code, including wearing a uniform

Utilize path finding software such as GPS or Google Maps to determine appropriate route to destination

Document and track a variety of logs and records relating to vehicle usage, service, fuel, and mileage

Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilation systems for passenger comfort

Maintain TANF vehicles, both interiors and exterior, including filling gas tanks, washing, and checkups

Issue violation strikes to clients for pick up- no shows

Communicate department and program information with parents and TANF staff, as needed

Act as chaperone for children and cover for other staff, as needed

Act as lead driver to assist Manager in day to day duties, as needed

Deliver packages and other items, as needed

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Non-supervisory

OTHER DUTIES:

Attend mandatory trainings

Attend meetings as required by position

Travel as required to perform duties

Perform related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Methods and procedures used in the servicing, minor repair and inspection of vehicles

Safe and defensive driving practices

Applicable traffic laws, codes and regulations

Health and safety regulations

Operation of a computer and other assigned software programs

Record-keeping techniques

Telephone etiquette

Correct English usage; grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary

Conflict resolution practices

ABILITY TO:

Apply cultural sensitivity to Native American programs

Maintain confidentiality

Observe legal and defensive driving practices

Learn and follow designated routes

Use cell phones

Maintain vehicle in clean and proper working condition

Conduct safety inspections and perform routine preventive maintenance

Apply effective time management and meet critical timelines

Follow directions and instructions effectively

Interpret, apply, and adhere to related laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures

Apply interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy

Prepare clear, concise, and accurate records and reports

Problem solving and strategically resolve conflicts

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate GED/HiSET and (1) year of experience transporting

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS: To perform and to continue to be qualified for this position, the requirements listed below must be met at a time of hire or may be obtained within a specific amount of time depending on the position requirements. Costs for required certifications, licenses, and registration are to be covered by employee, unless offered by the Tribe.

Must have prior to hiring and maintain throughout employment, a valid California Class C driver’s license and maintain insurability under the Tribe’s vehicle insurance policy.

Requires GSA defensive driving training every two (2) years

Requires driver to be at least 21 years of age in order to transport minors

Requires regular contact with or control over Indian children and is therefore subject to the background investigative process to comply with P.L. 101-630

Requires throughout employment maintaining a Mandated Reporting Certificate of Training

Requires throughout employment maintaining a CPR/AED/First Aid Card or Certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard

Seeing to read a variety of materials

Standing and Sitting for extended periods of time

Walking during site visits.

Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Driving a vehicle to conduct work

Outdoor extreme weather conditions

Indoor office environment

Interacting with difficult people

TMDCI Member/Indian Preference Policy:

The Tribe shall, to the greatest extent feasible, give preference in employment to Indian applicants who meet the required qualifications in accordance with applicable law, including the TERO Ordinance. “Indian preference in employment” as used in policy, applies in all aspects of the employment relationship including, hiring, termination of employment, promotion, training, and related issues.

Notice of Drug Free Workplace Act Requirements:

The Tribe is required to implement the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 (41 U.S.C. §741 ). As such, it is unlawful for employees to manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess, or use a controlled substance on the job site. Employees that are reasonably suspected of violating this Act may be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment. A drug screening test will be given to all applicants prior to employment.

Essential Government Functions:

All work performed under this job classification is in support of essential government