Estate Driver at Nemours in Wilmington, Delaware

Job Description:

Nemours is seeking an Estate Driver (casual schedule) to join our Nemours Children's Health team in Wilmington, DE. CDL is required.

Estate Drivers are responsible for shuttling visitors (guests) between the Visitor Center and Nemours Mansion, and around the Nemours Estate property. Drivers represent Nemours Estate to the public in a gracious, courteous and responsible manner. The Estate Driver interprets features along his/her route, and stops at designated stops or upon request to drop off or pick up visitors. Drivers will drive a shuttle bus, an open-air tram (weather permitting), a 12-passenger van, or a golf cart, depending on the guest(s) being transported and their respective need(s).

Essential Functions

1. At all times while driving a Nemours Estate vehicle, operates it in a safe, responsible, and reliable manner and takes all necessary steps to ensure the safety, comfort and convenience of guests visiting and touring Nemours Estate.

2. Stops at designated stopping-points or upon request to discharge and pick up guests.

3. While driving, draws upon knowledge of Nemours Estate to interpret key features along his/her route to guests in a clear, concise and engaging manner; responds to questions and comments.

4. During times when his/her vehicle is paused outside of Nemours Mansion and/or the Nemours Visitor Center, strives to orient guests, answer questions, and address needs or concerns.

5. While operating his/her vehicle, keeps an eye out for any guest(s) who may require assistance, inclement weather, road hazards or safety/security obstacles, or any other unusual situations and circumstances, and, as needed, notifies the appropriate member(s) of Nemours Estate Management Team and/or Nemours personnel.

6. Conducts a pre-/post-shift visual inspection of Nemours Estate vehicles and completes a Daily Vehicle Inspection Form for each one in service that day.

7. Immediately, or as soon as practicable, notifies Nemours Estate manager(s) of any accidents, damage or mechanical issues involving a Nemours Estate vehicle.

Requirements

HS Diploma or equivalent; some training beyond high school

Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and no points on the license-holder's record

One to three year of experience required