NEMT Driver

America West Transportation LLC • Oceanport, NJ

2d • $18 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a courteous and friendly wheelchair NEMT Driver who can deliver excellent customer service consistently. Drivers must assist clients getting in and out of the vehicle and assist clients with a "through the door" service. Applicants must have a flexible work schedule, to accommodate the business need.

Requirements

• Valid state driver's license or commercial driver's license required.
• Must have a valid specific state driver's license of posted job location for at least five (5) years with no more than one (1) moving violation or one (1) at fault accident in the last three (3) years.
• Applicants must be familiar with using cellular phones and navigating around areas using a GPS.
• Physical certifications: Non-DOT Physical, Drug, TB, and Breath Alcohol test
• Acceptable background screens, which include but is not limited to criminal check and drug and alcohol screening
• Valid Authorization to work in the U.S.
• Lift up to 50 LBS, push up to 150 LBS
• Bend from the waist
• Pivot from waist
• Be able to move from a standing position to kneeling position back to standing

Nice To Haves

• High school graduate or GED equivalent is preferred but not required.
• Valid CPR/First Aid card is preferred but not required.
• Drivers should be familiar with the driving region and the surrounding areas.
• Experience driving corporate clients and paratransit vehicles are a plus.
• Experience working with the elderly population
• Bilingual in another language in addition to English preferred

Responsibilities

• NEMT Drivers are responsible for pre-inspection checks on all vehicles they are driving.
• They must make sure all items or any other devices are stored away properly.
• NEMT Drivers must drive clients to and from destinations in a safe manner.
• Assist clients getting in and out of the vehicle.
• Assist clients with a "through the door" service.

Benefits

• The company reserves the right to modify duties or assign additional tasks as required.
• We provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities and religious practices, consistent with safe operations and security requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED