Full Time Driver - Columbus, OH
About The Position
The Driver for Non-Medical Transportation supports PALS programming by safely transporting clients from adult living facilities, residential homes, or other agreed-upon locations to the program and back each day. The role includes client supervision and support during transportation, keeping company vehicles clean and in good working order, following scheduled maintenance, and checking that safety equipment functions properly. The driver also completes transportation and program documentation and attends weekly technician meetings for additional training. The schedule is Monday through Friday on a split shift: drive a morning route, take a 4–5 hour break, and return for an afternoon route. The position is full-time and based at the Columbus Day Program in Columbus, Ohio. The listed salary range is $17.50–$19.00.
Requirements
- Successfully pass a DOT physical.
- Have a high school degree or equivalent.
- Have knowledge of the principles and practices of the discipline.
- Demonstrate proficiency in verbal and written skills.
- Be able to work with diverse groups and individuals.
- Have appropriate experience and documentation capabilities.
- Maintain current and annual training requirements.
- Successfully complete required criminal background screens.
- Have a valid Ohio driver's license with fewer than 6 points and provide a BMV driver's abstract.
- Pass a physical and drug screen.
- Be able to safely drive a company vehicle.
- Have a driving history that meets insurance carrier requirements.
- Have at least six months of commercial vehicle driving experience.
Responsibilities
- Safely pick up clients from adult living facilities or other agreed-upon locations using a company vehicle.
- Safely transport clients back to their adult living facility or other agreed-upon location after the daily program.
- Ensure client safety during transportation and while entering or exiting the van, including use of a safety step.
- Provide client supervision and support.
- Routinely check vehicle functions and maintain the vehicle according to its maintenance schedule.
- Ensure all 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 1 year
- Dental insurance
- Medical insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
