Chauffeur Part Time
About The Position
Experience Senior Living is seeking a Chauffeur/Driver to transport residents from the community to activities and other destinations, assist residents with safely entering and exiting vehicles, and secure wheelchairs for travel. The role also involves maintaining and inspecting vehicles, delivering groceries and belongings to residents, supporting resident activities, submitting travel expenses, maintaining a safe driving record, and responding to emergencies and basic First Aid needs. The position requires driving responsibilities and may involve use of a company-provided or personal vehicle. Work schedules may vary and include weekends, evenings, and holidays. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background screening in accordance with Florida law and company policy; certain positions may require fingerprinting and Level 1 or Level 2 background screening.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED; or two to five years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Two to five years of driving experience, preferably with a 12-passenger van, and knowledge of vehicle preventative maintenance programs.
- Commercial driver's license required to operate commercial-size vehicles.
- Ability to operate a seven- to sixteen-passenger bus, unless otherwise required by Experience Senior Living or state law.
- Ability to operate a limousine or car, tire-changing equipment, a First Aid Kit, a wheelchair lift, and dollies or hand trucks.
- Experience with vehicle emergency repairs, including changing automobile tires and handling minor on-road maintenance.
- Knowledge of all streets within an 8-mile radius of the community.
- Must satisfactorily meet and comply with Motor Vehicle Record Policy standards.
- Ability to work varied schedules, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background screening in accordance with Florida law and company policy.
Nice To Haves
- Driving experience with a 12-passenger van.
Responsibilities
- Drive a 12-passenger van from the community to activities and other destinations according to the assigned schedule.
- Assist residents into and out of the vehicle safely.
- Secure passengers' wheelchairs to restraining devices during trips.
- Practice safe driving techniques at all times.
- Clean and service vehicles with fuel, lubricants, and accessories; report and coordinate vehicle maintenance repairs.
- Establish and monitor daily and weekly trip inspection and preventative maintenance programs, and maintain vehicle maintenance records.
- Deliver groceries and other belongings to residents' apartments.
- Assist the Resident Experience Department with activities and programs as needed.
- Submit charges for community travel expenses to the business office daily.
- Maintain a safe driving record in accordance with Company guidelines.
- Handle emergency situations and provide basic First Aid.
- Report potentially unsafe conditions to the Executive Director.
- Perform other duties as needed or assigned.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Life and voluntary life insurance
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Paid holidays
- Up to 20 days of PTO in the first three years
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
