Driver

Artegan Communities; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Artegan Communities at Courtyard Village in SW Portland, Oregon seeks a part-time Bus Driver-Activities Assistant to safely transport residents and support engaging activities. This dual role blends dependable transportation with hands-on programming for older adults, requiring a CDL with a passenger endorsement and a clean driving record.

The position is on-site and part-time, with varying days and hours. Ideal candidates will enjoy meaningful work, teamwork, and a compassionate approach.

Qualifications

• CDL with passenger endorsement and clean driving record.
• Experience working with older adults preferred.
• Activities/programming experience a plus.
• Ability to pass background check and drug/alcohol screening.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport residents to appointments, shopping, and events.
• Plan and lead activities promoting physical, social, and mental well-being.
• Perform daily vehicle safety checks and basic maintenance tasks.
• Assist residents in boarding/alighting and securing mobility devices.
• Maintain trip records and log mileage for each ride.

Job description

Bus Driver - Activities Assistant

Courtyard Village at Raleigh Hills, is an active independent living community located in SW Portland, Oregon. We are currently seeking a Bus Driver-Activities Assistant to help our residents live richly at every stage of life. This is a part‑time position with varying days and hours dependent on the needs of the residents. This dual‑role combines safe, reliable transportation with hands‑on support for our resident activities program — perfect for someone who loves connecting with older adults and takes pride in dependable, compassionate service.

What you'll do

Safely transport residents to medical appointments, shopping, banks, and social outings, completing daily vehicle safety checks along the way. You'll also help plan and lead engaging activities and events that promote physical, social, and mental well‑being for our residents.

What we're looking for

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a passenger endorsement to drive a 21‑passenger bus, a clean driving record
• Experience working with older adults preferred
• Activities/programming experience a plus
• Patient, dependable, and a genuine team player
• Able to pass a background check and drug/alcohol screening
• Assisting ambulatory and non‑ambulatory individuals to board and off‑board vehicle
• Ensuring that passengers are safely seated inside the motor vehicle
• Securing residents’ mobility devices such as walkers and wheelchairs
• Keeping a record of each bus trip and the residents who attended
• Documenting the mileage and time for each bus trip
• Performing preventive maintenance functions such as checking lights, maintaining fluid levels, checking tire pressure, etc. and notifying supervisory personnel of need for further service or repair, assisting maintenance director during downtimes with light maintenace duties.
• Basic knowledge of methods and techniques used to load, secure, and unload passengers from a motor vehicle
• Skill in the operation and basic maintenance of assigned motor vehicle
• Ability to find geographic locations
• Ability to follow oral/ written instructions and keep a record of activities
• Ability to lift, maneuver, and support materials of up to 80 pounds
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents and staff
• 25 years of age
• Six to 12 months of work experience operating, loading, and unloading a motor vehicle
• Any equivalent combination of acceptable training and experience which has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities stated above
• Wage ($28-$30) negotiable based on proven experience.

Why Artēgan

Courtyard Village is an Artegan managed community. Join a team that celebrates the ART of life — offering meaningful work, a supportive community culture, and the chance to make a real difference in residents' daily lives. Check us out at artegan.com