Job description

*Former employees or PRN staff are not eligible for hiring bonus

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Driver is responsible for the timely and safe transporting of residents to various individual and group activities/functions and medical appointments. Full and Part-time shifts available.

Essential Job Duties:

• Picks up and delivers residents to all scheduled activities and appointments where transportation is needed.
• Completes a safety check of the applicable vehicle, (i.e., car or bus) before transporting residents to and from scheduled activities and appointments.
• Accurately records vehicle mileage and resident attendance for all scheduled transportation.

Other Duties:

• Maintains the cleanliness of the vehicle, inside and out.
• Transports vehicle(s) to service locations for routine preventive maintenance on vehicle(s) as scheduled by supervisor.
• Notifies supervisor of necessary repairs and vehicle malfunctions.
• Immediately notifies supervisor of resident concerns, problems, or incidents.
• Makes miscellaneous runs for administration errands as necessary.
• Maintains all tools, equipment, and supplies in proper condition.
• Accomplishes all work in the order of priority set by supervisor.
• Attends in-service training and education sessions, as assigned. Must be CPR, AED and First Aid certified.
• Performs specific work duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 21 years or older.
• Current commercial drivers license (CDL) required with an acceptable driving record in accordance with Federal Department of Transportation regulations.
• Experience in customer service environment, preferably in a senior living setting.
• Must be knowledgeable of all safety precautions and comply with safety measures.
• Competent in organization, time management skills and handling multiple priorities.
• Many roles in the community may require that we ask about your vaccination

status. This could include MMR, chicken pox, hepatitis, flu, and COVID-19 vaccine status.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Must be also to sit in a vehicle for up to six (6) hours per day; must be able to stoop, bend, stretch and squat to load and unload cargo areas. Must have the ability to perform routine preventive maintenance on vehicles according to schedule. Keep vehicles clean. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds for handling luggage and resident groceries. May be exposed to the elements (rain, cold, heat) for short periods of time. Must have good driving skills in handling vehicles on wet and/or slippery roads.

EEO

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.40 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

COVID-19 considerations:
All prospective hires will be required to demonstrate they have been vaccinated for COVID-19, or qualify for a medical or religious accommodation.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bradenton, FL 34209: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Passenger Endorsement (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)
• CDL C (Required)

Work Location: In person

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