Transportation - Driver

Active Day•New Bedford, MA

About The Position

Drivers are the first and last Active Day employees members interact with each day. They operate and maintain mobility buses, provide safe and courteous boarding and exiting assistance, and transport members to and from centers on time. Drivers escort members door-to-door in all weather conditions and provide transportation for field trips. Team members are expected to maintain a positive attitude, be thoughtful, supportive, productive, and dependable coworkers, keep members safe, and work to enhance the health and happiness of the people served and those who care for them.

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- or vehicle-specific driver credentials.
Ability to work a flexible schedule.
Ability to push, pull, bend, turn, pivot, transfer, and lift up to 50 pounds; routinely and repeatedly enter and exit the vehicle to assist members with boarding and exiting.
Ability to pass required physical exams, including a Department of Transportation (DOT) exam.
Successful background check, motor vehicle report, and drug testing, as well as any other state-specific requirements.
Where applicable, certifications such as CPR, First Aid, and Passenger Assisted Safety & Sensitivity (PASS) are required; these will be facilitated as part of job training.

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; confirm 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 occur.
Maintain vehicle cleanliness.
Exchange recommendations and insight with coworkers to support best practices for accommodating members’ unique 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 information, including route, mileage, fuel, and service records.
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 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.