Driver FT

BST SENIOR LIVING WEST INC•San Antonio, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Team at Blue Skies of Texas Senior Living Community! Become a part of our independent living experience. At Blue Skies, we're not just about providing exceptional care; we're about creating a vibrant, diverse community where everyone thrives. Where your unique talents and perspectives are not only valued but recognized. Blue Skies is a community where your contributions make a real difference, without the worry of late-night shifts. From engaging activities to personalized care, we're dedicated to empowering both our residents and our staff to live their best lives. We are committed to providing our team with the support they need. At Blue Skies of Texas, we offer medical, dental, and vision benefits! Some of our unique benefits we offer are: Employer Paid Short-Term Disability for full-time employees Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarship Programs Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Bonus Program A generous PTO program Retirement plans You contribute to our success! Every role has an impact on our residents lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for dedicated professionals like yourself to be a part of our Resident Services team. Apply now and let's soar together at Blue Skies of Texas! Join us in our efforts to better our community!

Requirements

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a strong customer-first mindset
Ability to build positive relationships with residents and local vendors
Detail-oriented and highly organized with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Maintains professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive information
Proactive and solution-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
Committed to enhancing the resident experience
High school diploma or equivalent required
At least one year of work experience as a driver; preferably in a health care, retirement facility, or nursing home environment.
Must possess the demonstrated ability to drive BST vehicles (cars, minivans, and buses) in a safe and efficient manner.
The use of mechanical lifts and moving/storing of wheelchairs and walkers during transportation is an essential part of this job.
Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license.
Must be at least 25 years of age, have a current commercial driver’s license with passenger endorsement and a good driving record, and remain insurable through the BST insurance carriers.

Nice To Haves

Background in customer service, hospitality, or a related field preferred
Familiarity with scheduling tools is beneficial
Ongoing education is encouraged.

Responsibilities

Operate Blue Skies of Texas buses and minivans, transporting residents between the BSTE and BSTW campuses, to various locations on Lackland Air Force Base, and in and around San Antonio on scheduled and unscheduled trips.
Operate mechanical lifts and render assistance to residents with getting in and out of vehicles, as necessary.
Provide excellent customer service and demonstrate sound driving skills to ensure that residents are transported in a safe, comfortable, and convenient manner.
Provide safe and comfortable transportation for residents while maintaining excellent customer service and meeting strict schedules, and follows and observes all safety regulations and guidelines.
Assist passengers entering and exiting the bus, operate the wheelchair lift (on vehicles so equipped) to load/unload passenger(s) in wheelchairs or other mobility devices, and safely stow away all equipment before moving the vehicle.
Drive the vehicle in accordance with proper vehicle operating procedures, all laws, BST guidelines, and prescribed safety practices.
Assist passengers in loading and off-loading packages.
Maintain accountability for passengers to assure all are transported to and returned from their destinations at the proper times, using sign-up sheets and communicating and coordinating with other drivers and Front Desk staff.
Enforce all passenger safety rules; advise Supervisor of any issue(s) pertaining to residents who refuse to comply with safety rules.
Provide courier service to pick up and deliver parcels, correspondence to and between stops on scheduled routes and elsewhere on both a scheduled and unscheduled basis, as scheduled by the Supervisor.
Maintain vehicles driven, i.e. disposing of trash, vacuuming, and washing, to assure they remain in safe and presentable condition at all times.
Perform daily checks of vehicles; report any deficiencies or operating problems to Maintenance immediately.
Comply with any and all Texas Department of Public Safety guidelines while driving vehicles, including but not limited to: maintaining safe driving speeds and safe distances between vehicles, use of safety restraints, etc.
Perform safety checks on driven vehicles; report maintenance and repair problems to the Supervisor immediately and submit a work order.
Report all traffic violations or accidents to Supervisor immediately.
Assist, when available, in response to fire, medical, or equipment emergency alarms.
Consult with Supervisor on any situation involving exception to established policy/procedure.
Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.