Senior Transportation Driver- Part Time

The Senior Alliance•Dearborn, MI

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Driver is responsible for transporting clients to and from various medical appointments and other appointments as needed. The Driver completes assignments and all paperwork in a timely fashion.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
One (1) year of experience in driving a van or bus
Good driving skills
Good communication skills (both written and verbal)
Familiarity with the geographic layout of Wayne County with regards to streets, expressways, etc.
Knowledge of how to get to both VA hospitals and the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor
Valid Michigan Chauffer’s license
Ability to operate equipment such as cell phone/two way radios, GPS Systems and general office equipment
First Aid/CPR Certified
Ability to operate an AED
Ability to perform heavy lifting

Nice To Haves

Experience with working with the senior population
CDL licensure, Class B with passenger endorsement

Responsibilities

Transporting individuals with and without disabilities to various locations, including picking them up at their residence, driving them to their required location and picking them back up to take them to their residence.
Reviewing and checking the transportation schedule before departure and bringing any issues or concerns to the attention of dispatch and/or the coordinator.
Performing vehicle inspections and maintenance, ensuring vehicles have the appropriate amount of gas, oil, antifreeze, windshield washer fluid, and that the handicap accessibility equipment is functional.
Cleaning the interior and exterior of the TSA vehicle as needed and directed.
Notifying the manager when the vehicle is in need of repair or service.
Maintaining a driving log and keeping track of mileage on the TSA vehicle.
Inspecting and completing an inspection form before departure and/or when changing vehicles.
Ensuring that safety equipment is on-board and vehicle, including tires, are in good operating condition.
Making copies and properly filing all completed driver’s reports, transportation requests, and vehicle inspection forms.
Maintaining contact with dispatch at all times; agency-issued cell phone must be charged daily and in good working order at all times.
Reporting any lost or damaged cell phone immediately to the department manager.
Ensuring that any accident/incident is reported immediately upon return to the building, within one hour after the event.
Completing and submitting a written accident/incident report to the manager within 24 hours.
Providing assistance to passengers with disabilities.
Making any necessary changes and notifying customers of any changes in arrival/departure times.
Maintaining good customer relations and services.
Following and abiding by all driving laws including seat belt usage.
Handling other duties as assigned.