Coordinator, Driver

Posted 8 days ago

black cultural zoneOakland (CA)

Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs Special Needs Transportation

SENIORITY

Mid

SALARY

$20.00 - $23.96 per hour

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About the role

Coordinator, DriverBLACK CULTURAL ZONE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION - OAKLAND, CA 94621 Salary Range $20.00 - $23.96 Hourly Position Type Full Time

Overview: Join the Black Cultural Zone CDC as a Coordinator, Driver!

Description: Are you a safe, community-minded driver who believes every ride is an opportunity to connect, serve, and uplift? The Black Cultural Zone Community Development Corporation (BCZ CDC) is seeking a Coordinator, Driver to serve as the safe, reliable, and hospitality-centered backbone of our fleet operations across East Oakland. This is more than a driving role you will be a "Neighborhood Messenger," connecting community members to BCZ's resources and Hub events while stewarding our fleet with excellence, care, and pride.

What You'll Do: As the Coordinator, Driver, you will:

Operate BCZ vehicles including the box truck, shuttle, and low-speed vehicles (LSVs) safely and in compliance with the California Vehicle Code and applicable local regulations
Conduct thorough daily pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections, documenting vehicle condition, mileage, fuel levels, and maintenance needs to ensure fleet longevity and passenger safety
Provide high-touch hospitality during every transport interaction, warmly connecting passengers to BCZ resources, upcoming Hub events, and community programs
Maintain a professional, clean, and welcoming vehicle environment that reflects the excellence of the BCZ brand and the dignity of every passenger
Maintain accurate records of vehicle usage, fuel logs, mileage, and maintenance schedules in alignment with BCZ's Fleet Management and Safety Policy
Provide scheduled and on-demand transport for community members, team members, and materials across BCZ Hub locations, partner sites, and community activation events
Support the logistical coordination of community events and Hub activations by transporting supplies, equipment, and materials as directed by the Facilities team
Model BCZ's C.R.E.A.T.E. values and the Ubora Experience in every community touchpoint and team interaction

Qualifications

The ideal candidate:

Holds a high school diploma or GED equivalent and a valid California Driver's License with a clean driving record (no major violations within the last three years)
Brings a minimum of 12 years of experience in a driving, logistics, transportation, or community-facing role
Has demonstrated ability to operate large vehicles, including box trucks and passenger shuttles, safely and in compliance with applicable regulations
Brings excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage warmly and professionally with a diverse range of community members, guests, and team members
Is physically capable of lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, securing heavy cargo, and performing the physical demands of fleet operations
Is able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by community activations and organizational needs
Must pass a standard background check and holds or is willing to obtain First Aid/CPR Certification, Food Handler Certification, and BCZ University Internal Certification within the required timeframes

Preferred: Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger Endorsement; experience in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization; familiarity with East Oakland's community landscape; bilingual in English and Spanish or another community language Our Culture and Benefits At Black Cultural Zone CDC, we believe in a collaborative organizational culture guided by our C.R.E.A.T.E. values Collaboration, Respect, Execution Speed & Excellence, Accountability, Tenacity, and Equity & Fairness. Every team member is a steward of our mission to restore, preserve, and keep place for East Oakland's current and legacy residents and business owners.

Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly

Schedule: Various shifts, Monday

Saturday; schedule subject to operational and event needs

Location: Liberation Park / Various BCZ Hubs

Compensation: Hourly $20.00-$23.96 Culture: Join a team dedicated to the Sankofa Journey Approach learning from the past to build a thriving, liberated future for East Oakland. If you're ready to bring your safe driving skills, community spirit, and commitment to excellence to a team that is building something extraordinary in East Oakland, we encourage you to apply!

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