Driver

Responsible for providing safe, courteous transportation service and serve as support staff for the Engage Life Director or Maintenance Director. Coordinates vehicle pre-maintenance, maintenance, and repair to ensure vehicle longevity.

Responsibilities

Drive vehicle from community to social and other various destinations according to assigned schedule; Assist residents into and out of vehicle in a safe manner; Secure passengers' wheelchairs to restraining devices to stabilize wheelchairs during trip; Practice safe driving techniques at all times; Clean and service vehicle with fuel, lubricants, and accessories and report and coordinate vehicle maintenance repairs; Establish and monitor daily and weekly trip inspection and preventative maintenance programs, as well as maintain records regarding the maintenance of all vehicles; Deliver groceries and other belongings to resident's apartments; Assist the Engage Life Department in activities and programs as needed; Ensure charges are submitted to the business office daily for community travel expenses; Maintain a safe driving record according to Company guidelines; Handle emergency situations and basic First Aid; Report potentially unsafe conditions to the Executive Director; May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one (1) to three (3) months of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience; Five (5) or more years of driving experience and knowledge of vehicle preventative maintenance programs; Commercial driver's license required to operate commercial size vehicles; Able to operate a seven (7) to sixteen (16) passenger bus, unless otherwise required by Atria or state law; Able to operate a limousine or car, tire changing equipment, First Aid Kit, wheelchair lift, and dollies/hand trucks; Experienced with vehicle emergency repairs, able to change automobile tires and handle minor on-road maintenance; Knowledgeable of all streets within an 8-mile radius of the community; Position requires driving responsibilities (may use Company provided vehicle and/or personal vehicle); Must satisfactorily meet and be in compliance with Atria's Motor Vehicle Record Policy standards

Benefits

Competitive Pay; Paid Holidays & PTO; Comprehensive Health Plans (medical, vision, and dental coverage, company paid short and long term disability, voluntary critical illness coverage, after satisfying the waiting period); Career Advancement Opportunities; Tuition Reimbursement (up to $5,250 a year for full-time employees); Employee Loyalty Rewards Program; Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match (for full-time employees, 50% match after one year of service)