Passenger Driver - Per Diem

Erickson Senior Living; Pompton Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO Plans

401k with 3% company match

Onsite medical centers

30% discount on food

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Erickson Senior Living is seeking a CDL Driver for Cedar Crest Village in Pompton Lakes, New Jersey. In this role, you will ensure the safety of residents and visitors by transporting them to various appointments and maintaining vehicles. The ideal candidate will possess a valid Commercial Driver's License and a commitment to safety.

You can look forward to a supportive work environment, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth within our expanding communities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 21 years of age to drive.
• Minimum of three years of verifiable driving experience.
• Current and valid D.O.T. Physical/Medical Examiner’s Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Transport residents, staff, and visitors.
• Operate and maintain vehicles, including pre & post-trip inspections.
• Assist passengers with boarding and off-loading.

Skills

Transportation services experience

Ability to operate vehicles with wheelchair ramps

Safe driving

Education

Commercial Driver’s License Class C (or higher)

Job description

Location:
Cedar Crest Village by Erickson Senior Living

Overview

Join our team as a CDL Driver and help ensure the safety of our cherished residents, valued visitors, and dedicated employees within our gated retirement community.

What We Offer

• A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values
• PTO Plans in accordance with applicable state law
• 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match
• Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age
• 30% discount on food and drinks at on-site dining venues, plus additional healthy choice meal options at discounted prices!
• Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones!

How You Will Make An Impact

• Transport residents, staff, and visitors on scheduled and unscheduled appointments
• Operate vehicles equipped with wheelchair ramps and lifts
• Operate passenger buses and sedans
• Assist passengers with boarding and off-loading from the vehicle
• Prepare vehicles for usage, including performing pre & post-trip vehicle inspections, refueling, and other related tasks
• Maintain the cleanliness of vehicles
• Log and track vehicle usage

What You Will Need

• Previous transportation services experience preferred
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age to drive
• Current and valid Commercial Driver’s License Class C (or higher) with passenger endorsement is required. This license must be maintained as a condition of employment.
• Ability to operate vehicles equipped with wheelchair ramps and lifts, including securement systems
• Minimum of three years of verifiable driving experience as noted through a driving record check
• Current and valid D.O.T. Physical/Medical Examiner’s Certificate. This certificate must be maintained as a condition of employment.

Compensation: $20/hour

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Cedar Crest is a beautiful 130-acre continuing care retirement community in Pompton Plains, New Jersey. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Cedar Crest helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you\'ll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.