Driver

Meta House, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Meta House, Inc. in Milwaukee offers a driver role focused on safe, timely transport of clients and program support. The role emphasizes reliability, safety, and professional communication with clients and staff.

The position requires a high school diploma, a Wisconsin driver’s license, a clean driving record, and the ability to operate and maintain agency vehicles. CBRF certification is provided if needed, and vaccination proof is required for all staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CBRF certification provided if needed.
• Prior experience in community-based care facilities or social services preferred.
• Prior experience driving multi-passenger vehicles.
• Valid WI driver's license and insurable under Meta House's insurance policy.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage routes to meet appointment schedules and optimize efficiency.
• Maintaining vehicle condition, reporting mechanical issues, and performing minor maintenance.
• Ensure all passengers are safely secured, including car seat installation.
• Engage in supportive, professional communication with clients during transport and appointments.
• Assist with program operations and Residential Support Staff coverage as assigned.
• Participate in agency-wide committees and activities as assigned.

Skills

Navigation skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Physical fitness

Office computer skills

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CBRF certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Meta House HQ - Milwaukee, WI 53208, At Meta House, your work has purpose. Every role whether clinical, administrative, or leadership contributes to helping women and families rebuild their lives and achieve lasting recovery. Here, you’re not just filling a position; you’re advancing a mission that changes futures. We foster a collaborative, values-driven culture where professionals are supported, challenged, and empowered to grow. If you’re looking for meaningful work, a team that cares deeply, and the opportunity to make a measurable impact in your community, Meta House is where your career and your purpose align.

Position Summary

Drivers are responsible for safe, timely, organized transport of clients and program support.

Essential Functions

• 1. Plan and manage routes to meet appointment schedules and optimize efficiency
• 2. Maintaining vehicle condition, reporting mechanical issues, and performing minor maintenance (gas, cleaning) as needed
• 3. Ensure all passengers are safely secured, including ensuring clients install and secure car seats
• 4. Engage in supportive, professional communication with clients during transport and while waiting during appointments
• 5. Load and unload cargo, sometimes requiring physical effort
• 6. Train designated Meta House drivers on the safe operation of agency vehicles including multi-passenger vans
• 7. Mail and package pick-up, cargo delivery
• 8. Communicate and collaborate with colleagues via phone, email, and in-person
• 9. Assist with program operations and Residential Support Staff coverage as assigned

Secondary Functions

• 1. Participate in agency-wide committees and activities as assigned
• 2. Assist with other duties to support general program operations and occasional special programs
• 3. Other duties as may be periodically or permanently assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• CBRF certification (provided to candidates if needed)
• Prior experience working in community-based care facilities or social services setting preferred
• Prior experience driving a multi-passenger vehicles
• Valid WI driver’s license, safe driving record, willing to drive all agency vehicles, and insurable under Meta House’s insurance policy to drive agency vehicles.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs)

• Able to work flexible hours/overtime on occasion, including evenings and weekends, to meet the transportation needs of the clients and program operations
• Reliability and punctuality to meet transportation schedules and responsibilities
• Attention to safety and adherence to regulations
• Navigation skills and proficiency in using navigation applications
• Communication skills for interacting with dispatch, customers, and team members
• Problem-solving abilities to handle unexpected delays, traffic, or mechanical issues
• Physical fitness to handle loading/unloading and long hours of driving
• Computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other applications

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Must be able to:

• All Meta House staff are required to provide proof of vaccination for MMR, Varicella, and annual flu shot.
• Adherence to a non-smoking work environment.
• Tolerate occasional hot or cold days.
• Alternate sitting or standing for extended periods of time at will.
• Lift up to 25 pounds on a regular basis and 40 pounds on occasion.
• Ascend and descend stairs using feet and legs.
• Bend, stoop, twist, squat, and kneel to perform essential functions.
• Reach overhead, and at or below shoulder level.
• Read and enter text or data into a computer or other system.
• Seize, hold, grasp, turn, or otherwise work with hands.
• Touch, pick, punch or otherwise work with fingers.
• Hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds in order to communicate with clients and/or colleagues.
• Express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word to impart oral information to clients or the public and convey detailed spoken instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• See clearly at approximately 20 inches or less including use of computers or tablet.
• Visually identify clients and others for reasons including, but not limited to security, presence in the building.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license
• Employees must present proof of auto insurance (insurance card or electronic equivalent) upon request by Meta House.