Driver

Covenant Retirement Communities & Covenant Care; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

PTO & six holidays

403(b) plan

Fitness center access

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Covenant Retirement Communities & Covenant Care is seeking a Driver to transport residents to medical appointments, community events, and admissions from local hospitals, while ensuring safety and courtesy. This role includes assisting residents with boarding, performing daily van checks, and reporting issues as needed.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license (CDL if applicable), and 2+ years' driving experience, with benefits for full-time staff and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL license if applicable.
• Minimum 2+ years driving or transport experience recommended.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and assist residents safely.

Responsibilities

• Drive the van on scheduled appointments and activities.
• Assist residents onto and off the vehicle and to destination if required.
• Notify supervisor of any necessary vehicle repairs.
• Complete daily van checklist and check gas before trips.
• Monitor vehicle inspection schedule and maintain safety.
• Keep van interior/exterior clean; report hazards and ensure safety.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

CDL License

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CDL License (if applicable)

Job description

## *We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us!*This position is responsible for transporting residents to and from medical appointments and to the community for admission from local hospitals, as well as activity outings in a safe and courteous manner and other requests as deemed necessary.**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Drive the van on scheduled appointments and activities.* Assist the residents onto and off the vehicle and to point of destination if required.* Notify their supervisor of any required repairs to the vehicle.* Complete the checklist on the van at the beginning of each day and check the gas on the van before each trip.* Monitor and comply with vehicle inspection schedule.* Keep facility environment safe by removing unsafe items from driveways and walkways. Report broken or hazardous objects to your supervisor.* Clean interior and exterior of van weekly.**EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:*** **Required Degree:** High School Diploma or Equivalent* **Certificate(s):** Valid Driver’s License and CDL License, if applicable* **Experience:** 2+ Years**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:*** Sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office/community setting.* Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.* Ability to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist.* Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight up to 50 lbs.* Ability to operate various equipment base on department and weather conditions* Engaging in repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and fingers – typing and/or writing.* Clarity of Vision + For near visual acuity Clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less (i.e., working with small objects or reading small print), including use of computers. + For Far visual acuity, Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more. This is not just the ability to see a person or object, but the ability to recognize features as well. + For peripheral vision, observing an area that can be seen up and down or to right or left while eyes are fixed on a given point.#SupportServices**Compensation Pay Range:**$16.30 - $21.58 per hour**Reasonable Pay Estimate**A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $16.30 - $21.58 per hour. There are numerous factors taken into consideration in determining the actual offered rate of pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and consideration of internal and external equity.**For full time employees, we offer a generous benefits package that includes:*** Medical, dental and vision insurance* Employer paid group term life and disability* Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays* 403(b) with a 3% employer match* Fitness center use at most facilities.* Various voluntary benefits:* + Life, AD&D + Tuition assistance and scholarships + Employee assistance program + Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program + Pet Insurance