Driver (Part-Time)

Employment Type: Part-time

About Arts Umbrella

Arts Umbrella is where young artists ages 2–22 cultivate their creativity in Art, Design, Dance, Theatre, Music, and Film. As a non-profit organization for arts education, we believe that art is powerful. Powerful enough to change a child’s life in incredible ways. When young people connect with the arts, they gain self-confidence, develop self-discipline, and discover creative expression—qualities they carry with them for life. Arts Umbrella has two locations in Vancouver and Surrey, as well as donor-funded programs at schools, community centres, neighbourhood houses, and healthcare facilities across Metro Vancouver. We serve nearly 20,000 young people every year, with 77% participating in donor-funded programs.

In April 2021, Arts Umbrella moved into a new home on Granville Island. This transformational opportunity allows us to further our vision for a better world where all young lives are inspired to pursue a lifelong journey towards self-expression, compassion, and humanity. It is our mission to be a leader in arts education for young people; to build community and deliver profound life experiences through our commitment to innovation, excellence, and inclusivity. Arts Umbrella is an organization full of heart, where self-expression and creativity are valued and nurtured.

The Opportunity

Working under the facilities team, the Driver is responsible for transporting young people, primarily youth and young adults, to various partner locations, as well as handling the transportation of materials to and from designated destinations.

In this role you will

Provide excellent customer service by assisting youth before and during boarding, in-transit and disembarking to and from programs and locations
Safely operate a van while adhering to traffic laws and regulations at all times
Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
Perform a range of administrative duties to ensure smooth and efficient daily operations.
Coordinate, deliver, and collect supplies, ensuring all deliveries are handled accurately and on schedule.
Stay up-to-date with the Motor Vehicles Act and Arts Umbrella Transportation Policy and procedures
Report any unsafe conditions, practices or injuries as soon as possible and take appropriate actions

Here is what you bring

Class 4 Unrestricted License
Experience working with children and youth
Good, clean driving record
An ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
A collaborative approach
A proactive attitude
Exceptional organizational skills
1 year customer service experience

Diversity & Inclusion

Arts Umbrella is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion. Our commitment is reflected in our programming, the audience we engage with, the students we serve as well as the staff we employ. Diversity and inclusion in our organization means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and respected. We actively seek applications from Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others with knowledge in diversity and inclusion to help us strengthen our commitment.