Driver (PRN/On-Call)

Goodwin Living•Falls Church, VA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Driver is primarily responsible for safely, courteously, and considerately transporting residents, guests, and team members using Goodwin Living transportation services. The role pays $22 per hour and is scheduled Monday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with occasional weekends. Drivers may be assigned to any campus as needed to support transportation requests. The Driver transports residents to medical appointments, social events, and private trips; performs daily vehicle inspections and helps ensure vehicles are clean and maintained; reports vehicle damage, traffic violations, and other problems; and assists passengers with doors, boarding, unloading, and equipment. The position requires a current driver’s license with an insurable driving record, a current CPR license, and annual occupational health assessments as required by a physician. Goodwin Living is a mission-driven nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia. It describes its workplace culture as rooted in purpose, belonging, and growth, and identifies itself as an equal opportunity employer and AARP Employer Pledge Signer.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Ability to drive a variety of vehicles, including wheelchair vans, fourteen-passenger buses, ten-passenger shuttle buses, and sedans.
Willingness to work at each campus as needed to support transportation requests.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to read and write English proficiently and clearly.
Current valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record.
Complete and pass annual occupational health assessments as required by the physician.
Maintain a current CPR license.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in public transportation, public relations, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Safely and promptly transport residents to medical appointments, social events, and private trips.
Inspect the vehicle daily for adequate fluid levels and safe operation; add fluids and ensure preventive or corrective maintenance is performed as needed; complete inspection reports.
Keep vehicles clean and neat inside and out.
Immediately report vehicle damage, traffic violations, and other problems to the Transportation Manager.
Assist with opening doors and safely loading and unloading passengers and equipment.
Follow traffic laws and drive courteously.
Notify the Transportation Manager and Human Resources of changes to the driving record, including accidents and traffic tickets.