NEMT Driver - Esperanza
About The Position
America West is seeking a courteous and friendly wheelchair transport driver who consistently delivers excellent customer service. The driver transports clients safely to and from destinations, assists them getting in and out of the vehicle, and provides “through the door” service. The role requires a flexible work schedule to accommodate business needs and involves working on the road locally in the region. Drivers conduct pre-inspection checks on the vehicles they operate and ensure items and devices are stored properly. The position may be subject to pre-employment and ongoing screening, including drug and alcohol testing, physical qualifications, and driving-record requirements. The employer provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would create undue hardship. Final pay is determined at the employer’s discretion based on qualifications, experience, and performance.
Requirements
- Valid state driver's license or commercial driver's license.
- Hold a valid driver's license for the state where the job is located for at least five years.
- Have no more than one moving violation or one at-fault accident in the last three years.
- Be familiar with the driving region and surrounding areas.
- Be familiar with using cellular phones and navigating with GPS.
- Have experience working with the elderly population.
- Complete required Non-DOT physical, drug, TB, and breath alcohol testing.
- Pass acceptable background screening, including criminal and drug and alcohol screening.
- Have valid authorization to work in the U.S.
- Be self-motivated and responsible, communicate well, maintain a positive attitude, and be willing to go the extra mile.
- Be able to work in a fast-paced environment and undergo multiple drug and alcohol screenings as needed to maintain driver credentials.
- Be able to lift up to 50 pounds and push up to 150 pounds.
- Be able to bend from the waist, pivot from the waist, and move from standing to kneeling and back to standing.
- Perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- High school graduate or GED equivalent.
- Valid CPR/First Aid card.
- Experience driving corporate clients and paratransit vehicles.
- Bilingual ability in a language in addition to English.
Responsibilities
- Conduct pre-inspection checks on vehicles being driven.
- Ensure items and devices are stored properly.
- Drive clients safely to and from destinations.
- Assist clients in and out of the vehicle.
- Provide clients with through-the-door service.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
