Driver

Atria Retirement Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

PTO

Anniversary rewards

Annual scores reward

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement (US)

Job summary

Atria Retirement Canada seeks a Transport Driver to provide safe, courteous transportation for residents within the community. You will drive to social and other destinations, assist residents in and out, and secure wheelchairs as needed.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 5+ years driving, and a CDL for commercial vehicles. You’ll contribute to safety, reliability, and compassionate service in daily operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent required.
• Five or more years of driving experience.
• Commercial driver's license required to operate commercial size vehicles.
• Ability to operate large passenger buses and related equipment.
• Knowledge of basic vehicle emergency repairs and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, courteous transportation for residents.
• Assist residents into and out of the vehicle safely.
• Secure wheelchairs and assist as needed during trips.
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance and coordinate repairs.
• Maintain trip logs and report unsafe conditions to leadership.
• Support the Engage Life Department with activities as needed.

Skills

Driving experience

Vehicle maintenance knowledge

First Aid awareness

Safety focused driving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

We create communities where employees thrive in their work, helping our residents thrive in their homes.

Atria Senior Living’s family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career with outstanding benefits, including:

• Paid holidays and PTO
• Employees may receive annual anniversary rewards dependent on classification, starting at $500 for Full Time employees
• Employees may be eligible to receive an Annual Scores Reward of $500 (Full Time) or $250 (Part Time) based on community survey results
• Benefits package also includes Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match
• Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)

*Enrollment in benefits varies by employee classification; anniversary reward amounts vary by location*

As a valued team member at Atria, you’ll work in a supportive environment that provides advancement opportunities and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Responsibilities

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.

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.