Driver

Atria-Senior-Livin; East Greenwich (RI); On-site; USD 22,041 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays and PTO

Annual anniversary rewards

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Ins.

401(k) employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Atria Senior Living is seeking a Transportation Driver in East Greenwich, RI. You will provide safe, courteous service for residents and support the Engage Life and Maintenance teams with vehicle operations.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 5+ years of driving, and a valid CDL. You’ll operate 7–16 passenger vehicles, perform basic maintenance, and document maintenance activities while ensuring safety at all times.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 months related experience.
• Five or more years of driving experience with vehicle maintenance knowledge.
• Commercial driver's license required.
• Able to operate 7–16 passenger buses and mobility equipment.
• Experience with on-road vehicle maintenance and tire changes.
• Knowledge of streets within an 8-mile radius of the community.
• Must meet Atria’s Motor Vehicle Record Policy standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, courteous transportation and support the Engage Life Director or Maintenance Director.
• Coordinate vehicle pre-maintenance, maintenance, and repairs.
• Drive to destinations according to schedule and assist residents.
• Secure wheelchairs and assist passengers safely.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and report repairs.
• Maintain daily/weekly trip inspections and records.
• Deliver groceries and belongings to residents’ apartments.
• Assist Engage Life Department with activities as needed.
• Submit travel expenses to the business office daily.
• Maintain a safe driving record and report unsafe conditions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driving experience

CDL

Bus operation

Vehicle maintenance

MVRC compliance

Education

High school diploma/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.

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.

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.

Salary Range

The wage range for this position is $16.00/hr - $19.20/hr, dependent on prior work history and experience