Driver - Mingo
About The Position
The Driver for Non-Medical Transportation supports program operations by transporting clients to and from programming. The driver picks clients up from adult living facilities, residential homes, or another agreed-upon location and returns them safely to that location after the daily program. The role also includes supervising and supporting clients during transportation, maintaining company vehicles and safety equipment, completing required transportation documentation, and attending weekly technician meetings for additional training. This is a full-time, Monday-through-Friday split-shift position. Drivers work a morning route, take a 4–5 hour break, and return for an afternoon route. The position is based at the Mingo Day Program in Mingo Junction, Ohio. PALS creates person-centered opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate in their communities and maintain a high quality of life.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Successfully pass a DOT physical, physical examination, and drug screen.
- Valid Ohio driver's license with fewer than 6 points, and ability to provide a BMV driver's abstract.
- Driving history must meet insurance carrier requirements.
- At least six months of commercial vehicle driving experience.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of the discipline.
- Proficiency in verbal and written communication.
- Ability to work with diverse groups and individuals.
- Appropriate experience and documentation capabilities.
- Maintain current and annual training requirements.
- Successfully complete required criminal background screens.
- Ability to safely drive a company vehicle.
Responsibilities
- Safely pick up clients from adult living facilities, residential homes, or other agreed-upon locations using a company vehicle.
- Safely transport clients back to their agreed-upon locations after the daily program.
- Ensure client safety during transportation and while entering or exiting the vehicle, including use of a safety step.
- Provide client supervision and support.
- Routinely check vehicle functions and maintain the scheduled vehicle maintenance plan.
- Ensure vehicle safety equipment is in good working order.
- Complete transportation and program documentation, including vehicle safety checks and billing sheets.
- Attend weekly technician meetings for additional training.
- Interact appropriately and professionally with clients and the community.
Benefits
- 401(k) and 401(k) matching after one year
- Dental insurance
- Medical insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Vision insurance
- Competitive salaries and opportunities to grow with the company
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
