Transportation Leader/Driver (Full-Time)

Senior Living Communities Careers•Spartanburg, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Summit Hills, we are a Great Place to Work® recognized luxury senior living company with a "People First, Always" philosophy. We are seeking a dedicated Transportation Leader/Driver to implement automotive transportation schedules for Residents within the campus environment. This role is crucial in enriching the lives of our seniors and fostering a compassionate, respectful, and meaningful community. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of seniors and want to be part of a collaborative team that strives for excellence, we invite you to apply.

Requirements

Transportation experience required.
Must have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record as specified by the company and by the company’s automobile insurance carrier.
Ability to be CPR certified at company’s expense.
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English fluently.
Ability to meet or exceed the company’s attendance and punctuality standards.
Ability to use miscellaneous software and office equipment.
Ability to understand and follow directions as given.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Two years’ experience in a similar transportation position desired.
CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains HIPAA standards and regards all medical or healthcare information pertaining to residents and employees as confidential.
Responsible for driving members/residents off the community’s premises for scheduled outings and appointments.
Participates in meetings for the Member Services Department to develop a schedule of social and recreational activities, bringing ideas, resources, and member interests to assist in programming development.
Communicates with the Concierge or Social Director daily to learn of current and future transportation routes and appointments.
Assists members/residents in and out of company vehicles.
Prioritizes times, routes and needs to accommodate the greatest number of Residents.
Helps members/residents to and from bus, van or car and into the destination place if needed.
Participates in scheduled activities as requested and encourage resident participation.
Reports any problems with members to the Social Director or Healthcare Administrator upon return to the campus.
Reports any traffic violation committed during working hours immediately to supervisor.
Acquires and maintains knowledge of all safety procedures pertaining to the vehicles and residents, utilizing this knowledge in times of emergency, breakdowns or accidents.
Schedules and performs routine maintenance on vehicles at appropriate time intervals.
Keeps motor vehicle maintenance records and shares any problems or adverse vehicular situations with the Director of Facilities Services.
Maintains power on the cell phone assigned to the position or car and keeps phone at hand during working hours.