Driver

Horizon House; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complementary Parking

Discounted meals

403b retirement & company match

Free gym access and pool for employees

Fun staff events and celebrations

Job summary

Horizon House in the United States is seeking a Driver to provide safe, reliable transportation for residents to community outings, appointments, and events, operating shuttles and vans and handling billing for outings.

The role requires 21+, high school diploma or GED, English fluency, a valid WA driver license in good standing, map-reading ability, DOT Physical, and First Aid/CPR certification provided after hire.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High school graduate or GED or equivalent.
• Fluency in English required.
• Valid WA State driver license in good standing.
• Must be able to understand maps and remain composed during an emergency.
• Must be able to pass a DOT Physical.
• Certification in American Red Cross First Aid and CPR (instruction provided after hire).

Responsibilities

• Safely transport residents using community shuttles and vans while adhering to traffic laws, schedules and procedures.
• Assist residents with boarding/exiting vehicles, including operating wheelchair lifts and securing mobility devices.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections; report maintenance needs and keep vehicles clean and fueled.
• Coordinate routine vehicle maintenance and transport vehicles to service providers as needed.
• Provide residents with information about scheduled trips, outings and transportation services.
• Foster positive interactions with residents, guests and team members, supporting individuals with diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Accompany residents on outings when additional support or supervision is needed.
• Ensure outings and transportation services are accurately documented and billed.

Skills

Customer service

English fluency

Map reading

Emergency composure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Starting Pay Range 2200 2410 per hour
Schedule On Call with weekly opportunities to pick up shifts

Summary

The Driver plays a key role in supporting resident engagement by providing safe reliable transportation for community outings appointments and special events This position is responsible for operating and maintaining community vehicles coordinating trip logistics ensuring accurate billing for outings and assisting residents throughout their travel experience Drivers may also accompany residents on excursions to provide additional support and enhance their overall experience

What Youll Do

• Safely transport residents using community shuttles and vans while adhering to traffic laws schedules and established transportation procedures
• Assist residents with boarding and exiting vehicles including operating wheelchair lifts and securing mobility devices
• Complete pre trip and post trip vehicle inspections; report maintenance needs and ensure vehicles remain clean fueled and in excellent operating condition
• Coordinate routine vehicle maintenance and transport vehicles to service providers as needed
• Provide residents with information about scheduled trips outings and transportation services
• Foster positive interactions with residents guests and team members while supporting individuals with diverse backgrounds and abilities
• Accompany residents on outings when additional support or supervision is needed
• Ensure resident outings and transportation services are accurately documented and billed

What Were Looking For

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High school graduate GED or equivalent
• Fluency in English required
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Must have valid WA State driver license in good standing
• Must display an ability to understand maps and remain composed during an emergency
• Must be able to pass a DOT Physical
• Certification in American Red Cross First Aid and CPR We will provide necessary instruction after hire

Benefits and Perks

• Complementary Parking
• Discounted meals
• 403b retirement & company match
• Free gym access and pool for employees
• Fun staff events and celebrations

Confidentiality Requirements

Employee accesses uses andor discloses Protected Health Information as defined by HIPAA only to the extent minimally necessary to accomplish essential job functions Employee practices appropriate safeguards to prevent unauthorized access use andor disclosure of PHR paper electronic and oral within hisher work area

Equal Opportunity Employer

Horizon House is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to attract and retain the most qualified individuals without regard to race color religion national origin gender or gender identity sexual orientation age genetic information disability or veteran status

All staff must demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States

Horizon House is an E Verify employer

All applicants offered a role must pass a DSHS background check and drug screening

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities

Learn more about what it means to be an Equal Opportunity Employer Additional information can be found here

If you need special assistance or accommodations while seeking employment please email hirehorizonhouseorg or call 206 382 3175 with the nature of your request