Driver

Oakmont Senior Living; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Vacation & holidays

Complimentary meals

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Oakmont Senior Living in Colorado Springs is seeking a Driver to transport residents safely to outings and appointments. The role includes assisting with loading residents, maintaining safety standards, and supporting activity staff during events.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a minimum of 21 years old, and preferred two years of driving experience. Excellent customer service and communication skills are essential, along with background checks and health screenings."

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Two years driving experience preferred for vehicle/van/bus transporting people.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Background check and health screening (TB tests) required; vaccination may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operate community vehicles safely for outings, appointments, and activities.
• Assist with loading residents and belongings onto/off vehicles.
• Follow all state and federal safety regulations for vehicle operation.
• Ensure safety and security of residents, staff, and guests during transport.
• Participate in activities and events planning and setup when not driving.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Safe driving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position: Driver

Monday - Friday, full time

Pay Range: $18 - $19

The Ivy Colorado Springs is a premier senior living community situated on a beautifully landscaped campus. Managed by Oakmont Management Group, we provide exceptional quality, comfort, and care with five-star services and amenities. Residents enjoy a rewarding lifestyle with individualized comprehensive support that promotes continuing independence. We deliver meaningful lifestyles and relationships with residents, families, and team members by developing a winning culture and living these values: Authenticity.

• Teamwork
• Compassion
• Commitment
• Resilience

With communities across California, Hawaii, Colorado, and Nevada, opportunities for career growth, relocation, and travel are significant. In addition, eligible team members may enjoy the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Vacation, Personal Day, Sick Pay, Holidays
• Complimentary Meals
• Bonus Opportunities
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Team Member Discount Program (LifeMart)
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Recognition Programs
• Student Loan Refinancing
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Emergency Financial Assistance

The Driver is responsible for ensuring the safe driving of the community’s vehicles and supervision of the residents during community outings or trips. Additionally, they may assist in setting up and breaking down activities and events in the Community, in accordance with the company’s mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Operate community vehicles safely on outings, excursions, special activities, and personal resident appointments.
• Assist with the safe loading of residents and their belongings onto and off-of-community vehicles.
• Follow all state and federal laws when operating community vehicles.
• Comply with standards and processes for proper vehicle inspection and driving. Demonstrate safe driving in getting residents transported. Observes speed limits yet are still punctual and safe in transporting people.
• Act as a member of the activity staff when on outings/excursions and within the community.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for all staff, residents, and guests, following established safety standards.
• Encourage teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prefer two (2) years of experience driving a vehicle/van/bus transporting people.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Possess written and verbal skills to interact and communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, physicians, healthcare professionals, residents, and their families.
• Must pass a Criminal Background check and Health Screening tests, including physical and TB Tests
• For the health and safety of our team members and residents, Oakmont Management Group may require team members to vaccinate, participate in daily screening, surveillance testing, and to wear face coverings and other personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 or other communicable diseases, per regulatory guidelines.

Oakmont Management Group, based in Irvine, California, is a recognized leader in the senior living industry that manages a portfolio of communities under the Oakmont Senior Living and Ivy Living brands. OMG serves thousands of seniors across communities in California, Nevada, and Hawaii. At OMG, we strive to create an atmosphere of family and community among team members, residents, and resident family members. We know that caring and meaningful relationships are the foundation of a rewarding life, and our team is hand-selected for their skills, previous experience, and passion for working with the elderly. Our practice is to incorporate joy and laughter alongside our expectations of excellence. Walk into our communities and feel our pride of ownership and commitment to service.

Oakmont Management Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.