Driver

About This Role

Provide safe and courteous transportation services for residents, ensuring vehicle maintenance and repairs are coordinated for longevity. This role acts as support staff for the Engage Life Director or Maintenance Director and requires managing daily schedules and assisting residents with mobility needs.

Responsibilities

• Drive vehicle to social and other various destinations according to assigned schedule
• Assist residents into and out of vehicle in a safe manner
• Secure passengers' wheelchairs to restraining devices to stabilize wheelchairs during trip
• Practice safe driving techniques at all times
• Clean and service vehicle with fuel, lubricants, and accessories
• Report and coordinate vehicle maintenance repairs
• Establish and monitor daily and weekly trip inspection and preventative maintenance programs
• Maintain records regarding the maintenance of all vehicles
• Deliver groceries and other belongings to resident’s apartments
• Assist the Engage Life Department in activities and programs as needed

Requirements

• 5+ years of driving experience and knowledge of vehicle preventative maintenance programs
• Commercial driver's license required to operate commercial size vehicles
• Able to operate a seven (7) to sixteen (16) passenger bus, limousine or car, tire changing equipment, First Aid Kit, wheelchair lift, and dollies/hand trucks
• Experienced with vehicle emergency repairs, able to change automobile tires and handle minor on-road maintenance
• Knowledgeable of all streets within an 8-mile radius of the community
• Must satisfactorily meet and be in compliance with Atria’s Motor Vehicle Record Policy standards

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one (1) to three (3) months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Five (5) or more years of driving experience and knowledge of vehicle preventative maintenance programs

Benefits