Volunteer: Fleet Services

Fleet Services Volunteer

Department

Facilities & Operations - Executive & Facilities Manager

Volunteer Type

Community Volunteer - Adult / Retiree preferred

Estimated Hours

4–8 hours/week (flexible; appointment-driven scheduling)

Commitment

Ongoing; minimum 3-month commitment requested

Reports To

Executive & Facilities Manager

Location

Franklin, NC and surrounding area (Macon/Jackson Counties)

Why This Role Exists

Vecinos operates a six-vehicle fleet that supports patient transportation, mobile clinic operations, and staff travel across eight counties. Keeping those vehicles road-ready - fueled, clean, inspected, and serviced on schedule - is critical to our mission and our grant compliance.

Right now, the day-to-day logistics of fleet upkeep fall entirely to one person. This volunteer role creates meaningful capacity relief by taking on the hands-on, physical side of fleet care: the runs to the car wash, the oil change appointments, the gas station stops. It's not glamorous, but it keeps six mission-critical vehicles moving.

What You'd Actually Be Doing

• Drive organizational vehicles to scheduled maintenance appointments (oil changes, tire rotations, inspections)
• Transport vehicles to and from state inspection and emissions testing
• Run vehicles through car wash facilities on a regular rotation
• Fill fuel tanks per organizational fueling protocols (Divvy card system - training provided)
• Perform basic visual checks and report any observable issues (warning lights, damage, fluid levels)
• Log service runs and maintain simple activity records for fleet documentation
• Coordinate scheduling with the Executive & Facilities Manager in advance

What We're Looking For

• Valid North Carolina driver's license with clean driving record
• Comfortable driving a range of vehicle types including a full-size van and pickup truck
• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working independently
• Basic familiarity with vehicle care (not mechanical knowledge - just attentiveness)
• Able to pass Vecinos' standard volunteer screening and background check
• This role is not appropriate for students under 25 due to organizational insurance requirements

Important Notes

• All driving is on organizational business only - no personal use of vehicles
• Volunteer will be covered under Vecinos' organizational vehicle insurance while on duty
• Fuel purchases handled exclusively through the organizational Divvy card - no out-of-pocket expenses
• Scheduling is flexible and coordinated around the volunteer's availability