Casual Senior Transport Driver - Wheelchair Lift & Shuttle

Choice in Aging; Pleasant Hill (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The Mt. Diablo Center in Pleasant Hill is seeking a thoughtful Casual Bus Driver to pick up and drop off clients between 7:30am-10:15am and 2:00pm-4:00pm, with shopping runs 10:15am-1:15pm in Concord/Martinez/Pleasant Hill. This is a casual, as-needed role with no guaranteed hours.

Salary ranges from $22.00 to $24.00 per hour. Applicants must have a valid Class B CDL, experience with seniors, and be able to lift 50 pounds. Vaccination per policy is required.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class B CDL and pass annual physical.
• Experience working with seniors and using a wheelchair lift.
• CHP and DMV Class B with passenger endorsement and VDDP certification (or working towards).
• Maintain an acceptable driving record, reliable transportation, adequate auto insurance, and be insurable by agency carrier.
• Must pass DOJ fingerprint clearance, medical examination, TB clearance, and drug and alcohol testing.
• High school diploma and experience with people with disabilities preferred.
• Attend trainings on CPR and first aid.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and assist participants entering/exiting the van.
• Vision and hearing adequate for driving.

Responsibilities

• Ensure passengers enter/exit the bus safely and assist as needed.
• Provide door-through-door assistance if needed.
• Foster rapport with passengers, center staff, and care providers.
• Operate wheelchair lift and secure passengers before moving the vehicle.
• Store wheelchair equipment, walkers, canes, and crutches properly.
• Operate midday shopping shuttle for frail, low-income residents.
• Assist passengers with packages or groceries.
• Inspect vehicle twice daily and submit reports on condition.
• Review daily transportation schedule with Program Director.
• Plan routes using maps or navigation devices.

Skills

Class B CDL

Passenger transport experience

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Mt. Diablo Center in Pleasant Hill is seeking a thoughtful Casual Bus Driver to pick up and drop off clients between 7:30am-10:15am and 2:00pm-4:00pm, with shopping runs 10:15am-1:15pm in Concord/Martinez/Pleasant Hill. This is a casual, as-needed role with no guaranteed hours.

Salary ranges from $22.00 to $24.00 per hour. Applicants must have a valid Class B CDL, experience with seniors, and be able to lift 50 pounds. Vaccination per policy is required.