Driver - Full-Time

Carlton senior Living • Pleasant Hill, CA

351d • $18

About The Position

In the Driver position, this role is responsible for providing safe and reliable transportation services to residents. The Driver chaperones and drives automobiles, mini-vans, small buses, or large buses (with appropriate license) to transport residents and visitors to and from outings, events, trips, errands, and appointments. The Driver works alongside the Activities Assistant, if applicable, and under the direction of the Activities Manager, assists with planning, scheduling, and conducting activity programs and events designed to enhance the mind, body, and soul of each of our residents. This role may assist residents with some activities of daily living.

Requirements

• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age and has maintained a California Driver's License for a minimum of five (5) years.
• High School diploma or general education degree (GED), or equivalent experience.
• One to three months of related experience and/or training.
• Must have obtained a CA Driver's License and have less than three (3) moving violations or less than two (2) accidents within the past 5 years.
• Must provide and maintain a valid Medical Examiner's Certificate, if driving a Class A or B vehicle.
• Must obtain and provide a DMV driving record prior to employment.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States of America and provide sufficient work authorization documentation(s).
• Department of Justice and FBI fingerprint clearance must be completed prior to working in the community.
• Health screening/Physical and negative tuberculosis test must be less than six (6) months old.
• First Aid/CPR Certification (obtained through the community).

Responsibilities

• Assists passengers in entering and exiting the vehicle, including assistance with walkers, canes, and wheelchairs.
• Secures passenger wheelchairs to restraint devices to stabilize wheelchairs during trips.
• Completes daily pre-trip inspections noting the condition of the vehicle before and after the trip.
• Informs the Activities Manager when the vehicle needs to be cleaned, vacuumed, and polished.
• Performs basic cleaning, such as picking up papers and sweeping out the bus after each use.
• Informs the Activities Manager of any necessary minor repairs or serious immediate repairs needed on any company vehicle.
• Operates phone or similar device to communicate with community regarding location and status of residents on every trip.
• Studies and complies with all applicable road regulations.
• Checks that there is a First Aid Kit and fire extinguisher on every vehicle before departing on any excursion.
• Immediately reports any accidents, injuries, or incidents involving associates or residents.
• Stocks the vehicle with the appropriate amount of drinking water before departing on any excursion.
• Performs miscellaneous errands such as shopping for items needed by the resident or the community.
• Acts as chaperone while on an outing, checking resident safety and assisting residents.
• Coordinates scheduling of community transportation program, including departure times.
• Attends all Driver's Safety courses and training provided by the community.
• Adheres to all safety requirements set forth by the community.

Benefits

• Raises twice a year
• Anniversary Bonus
• Immediate Pay
• Fitness/Education Reimbursement
• Complementary employee meals
• Opportunity for additional pay increases (referrals, mentors, etc)
• Holiday pay
• Sick/Vacation Time
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and more!
• Premium coverage for employee medical insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dental, Vision, Short/Long-term Disability, Basic Life, Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance plans
• Generous vacation time and leave plans, as well as paid sick days and parental leave
• Generous benefits like mental and emotional health support through our Employee Assistance Program
• 401K company match
• Gym and tuition reimbursements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Accommodation
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees