Van/Bus Driver

Ave Maria Home•Bartlett, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a responsible non-supervisory position. Duties include operating and maintaining transportation vehicles with a focus on safety and customer courtesy; performing daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections; performing minor maintenance tasks on the vehicles when necessary; fueling the vehicles; ensuring that periodic scheduled vehicle maintenance is completed and reported; documenting customer usage; preparing trip reports; preparing accident and incident reports as necessary; assisting passengers and handicapped customers in and out of the vehicle; providing safety briefing to customers; and providing other services as requested by management when not engaged in transportation service. The role requires the ability to work outdoors, under stress, and to sit, stand, operate lifts, and walk short distances during the workday. The position is subject to frequent interruptions.

Requirements

High school or GED
Minimum of 21 years of age
Possess and maintain a safe driving record
Valid Tennessee driver's license
F-Endorsement
Ability to drive a multi-passenger vehicle safely and appropriately
Ability to read and interpret road signs in English
Ability to read, understand, and adhere to the rules and regulations of the Federal Transit Administration and United States Department of Transportation
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to establish effective professional relationships with customers, co-workers, and upper level staff and employees
Ability to prepare concise and accurate records and reports
Extensive knowledge of the operations and features of assigned vehicle(s)
Ability to recognize vehicle maintenance needs
Ability to perform minor vehicle repairs
Skilled in reasoning skills to interpret policies and procedures, maps, and route directions
Ability to administer First Aid and CPR
Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language
Ability to see and hear, with or without assistive devices, to perform assigned duties
Ability to work independently, and to organize, plan, and manage time effectively to complete assignments
Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices, and ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to meet resident needs
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to exercise judgment
Strong listening skills and ability to deal with conflict with professionalism and courtesy
Intermediate computer skills, including ability to create documents in various programs (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Adobe), and navigate electronic medical record systems
Ability to walk, stand, sit, bend, and stoop for extended periods of time
Dexterity of hands and fingers to perform resident care
Ability to lift, move, push, or pull a minimum of 25 pounds

Nice To Haves

Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, provided the age and safe driving record requirements are met
Must complete certification in First Aid and CPR within 90 days of employment
Must pass the pre-employment drug screening

Responsibilities

Operates assigned vehicle in a safe and courteous manner
Maintains defensive driving
Provides a communication link between customers and staff
Assists passengers, including handicapped, in and out of the vehicle; operates ramps, lifts and secure devices as needed
Reads and interprets maps and driving directions to plan the most efficient route service for customers, and reads and interprets road signs in English
Presents safety briefing to passengers prior to each trip departure
Keeps the assigned vehicle(s) clean inside and out
Maintains accurate, up-to-date records on trip sheets, customer transportation forms, vehicle maintenance, fuel purchases, incident reports, accident reports, vehicle condition reports and other records that are requested from management
Performs minor maintenance tasks on assigned vehicle(s) as required
Fuels the assigned vehicle(s)
Coordinates the schedule for major or periodic vehicle maintenance with management and staff to minimize service interruptions
Responds immediately to accident or medical emergencies by notifying emergency response providers, and rendering First Aid until emergency personnel arrive
Provides customers with peer counseling
Serves as a positive role model while providing transportation service
Performs such other duties as may be required
Performs daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
Ensures that periodic scheduled vehicle maintenance is completed and reported
Documents customer usage
Prepares trip reports
Prepares accident and incident reports as necessary
Provides safety briefing to customers
Provides other services as requested by management when not engaged in transportation service