Transportation - Driver

Active Day•Mansfield, MA

13d

About The Position

Drivers operate and maintain mobility buses to provide safe, courteous assistance with boarding and exiting, and timely transportation to and from Active Day centers. They escort members door-to-door in all weather conditions, provide transportation for field trips and medical appointments, and run errands for the center. Drivers are expected to contribute to a positive, supportive, productive, and dependable team environment while prioritizing members’ safety, health, and happiness.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum age of 21.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
Valid driver’s license and state- and vehicle-specific driver credentials.
Ability to work a flexible schedule.
Ability to push, pull, bend, turn, pivot, transfer, and lift up to 50 pounds; ability to repeatedly enter and exit the vehicle to assist members with boarding and exiting.
Ability to pass required physical examinations, including a Department of Transportation (DOT) exam.
Successful results from a background check, motor vehicle report, drug testing, and any other state-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working as a driver.
Prior experience working with seniors and/or adults with special needs.
Knowledge of the local geographic area.

Responsibilities

Conduct daily vehicle inspections and follow prescribed maintenance and fueling schedules; check that wheelchair lifts and tie-down equipment are operating properly.
Notify a supervisor of mechanical or safety concerns and report repair or service needs as they arise.
Maintain vehicle cleanliness.
Share recommendations and insight with coworkers about best practices for accommodating members’ needs during boarding, exiting, and transport.
Assist members with boarding and exiting and with special needs during transport.
Ensure members are securely fastened in the vehicle and transport them in a timely manner.
Maintain vehicle records, including route, mileage, fuel, and service information.
Maintain and secure company property, including the vehicle, phone, and fuel cards.
Communicate positively, courteously, and professionally with members and their families, coworkers, referral agencies, and the community.
Deliver information to family members as requested.
Report issues, concerns, or unusual occurrences to the lead driver, transportation coordinator, or center director.
Comply with company policies and procedures and applicable safety and regulatory laws and standards.
Assist the transportation coordinator and/or center director in identifying and implementing operational efficiencies to enhance the member experience.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as changed or assigned.