Driver

Wilmington Management; Kettering (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilmington Management in Ohio is seeking a reliable Driver to provide scheduled transportation for residents and assist them in and out of facility vehicles. You will coordinate with the receptionist and accompany residents on outings, ensuring safety and comfort.

The role requires a valid Ohio CDL and a clean driving record, with duties including vehicle maintenance coordination, fueling, and adhering to traffic rules and resident rights.

Qualifications

• High School graduate with at least one year of chauffeur experience.
• Valid Ohio driver license with CDL and a clean driving record in the last five years.
• Ability to operate a 25-passenger bus safely and with caution.

Responsibilities

• Provide scheduled transportation to residents according to reservations.
• Telephones the receptionist 24 hours before shift to review the transportation schedule.
• Assist residents to and from facility vehicles.
• Accompany residents to destination locations as necessary.
• Maintain communication with receptionist for timely appointment scheduling.
• Accompany residents on activity outings scheduled by the Activity Director.
• Schedule routine vehicle service and arrange for unscheduled service as approved.
• Ensure vehicles are cleaned regularly to maintain a satisfactory appearance.
• Maintain adequate fuel levels in vehicles (no less than ¼ tank).
• Perform other tasks as requested or assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Customer service

Verbal communication

Education

High School graduate

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:Provides scheduled and reserved transportation for residents, and performs routine safety inspections and service to facility vehicles.MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Provides scheduled transportation to residents according to reservations recorded in thetransportation appointment book.2. Telephones the receptionist 24 hours before scheduled shift to review the transportationschedule for the following date.3. Assists residents to and from facility vehicles.4. Accompanies residents into the destination location as necessary.5. Maintains communication with receptionist to ensure timely appointment scheduling.6. Accompanies residents on activity outings scheduled by the Activity Director.7. Schedules routine service for facility vehicles, and emergency service as approved bythe Executive Director.8. Ensures that vehicles are cleaned regularly to maintain a satisfactory appearance.9. Maintains adequate fuel levels in vehicles (no less than ¼ tank).10. Other tasks as requested or assigned.Education and ExperienceHigh School graduate. One year experience in performing work as a chauffeur or driver.Minimum Qualifications, Continued:Licenses and CertificationsValid Ohio driver license with CDL, good driving record with no at-fault accidents or moving violations within the last five years .Knowledge, skills and abilitiesKnowledge of appropriate comportment for greeting and assisting persons, and the ability to treat each person with respect, friendliness and helpfulness.Knowledge of the operation of passenger vehicles, including a 25-passenger bus, and the ability to operate these vehicles with safety and caution.Knowledge of general service requirements for passenger vehicles, including a 25-bus; and the ability to perform minor maintenance and arrange for scheduled or unscheduled service for facility vehicles.Knowledge of traffic laws, rules and regulations governing the use of passenger motor vehicles, and the ability to apply these with safety and caution.Knowledge of resident rights and the ability to respond to each resident with empathy and respect.Knowledge of policies, procedures, philosophies, rules and regulations governing the delivery of services to consumers.Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.Ability to follow oral and written instructions.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, other departments, and consumers.Ability to deal courteously and diplomatically with consumers, visitors and staff.ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, THE FOLLOWING:Ability to see clearly generally and with close vision; ability to perceive colors; ability to hear in normal conversation and when using the telephone; ability to see normal printed and written data; ability to speak clearly and be understood; ability to speak English clearly and be understood; ability to handle small objects; ability to operate passenger motor vehicles, including a 25-passenger bus, with safety and caution; ability to assist persons entering and leaving vehicles/entering and leaving buildings.Position DescriptionDriverEssential Physical Demands, Continued:Skills: Ability to operate passenger motor vehicles, including a 25-passenger bus,with safety and caution; ability to physically assist persons.Lifting: Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.Reaching: Frequent horizontal and vertical reaching.Stooping/Bending: Occasional.Standing/Sitting/Walking: Approximately 50% sitting, 50% standing/walking.ESSENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, THE FOLLOWING:Inside/Outside: Approximately 70% outside, 30% inside.Noise/Vibrations: Normal noises for this environment, including normal vehicle andtraffic noises.Hazards: Bloodborne pathogens: small risk of exposure for this environment.Carpal Tunnel: small risk of exposure for this environment.Eye strain: small risk of exposure for this environment.Physical injury: small risk of exposure for this environment.This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated.