Driver (Full-Time)

Goodwin Living; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

DailyPay

Tuition Assistance

Student Loan Repayment

Emergency Grants

401(k)

Free meals

Job summary

Goodwin Living in Alexandria, VA is seeking a transportation driver responsible for the safe, courteous transport of residents, guests and team members using our transportation services. The position pays $22/hr with a Monday–Friday shift from 8:30am to 4:30pm, weekends as needed, and a range of benefits.

The role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and CPR certification, with preference for public transportation experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with insurable driving record.
• Experience in public transportation or related field preferred.
• Must maintain CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Transport residents to medical appointments and events safely.
• Inspect vehicle daily and report maintenance needs.
• Ensure vehicle cleanliness inside and out.
• Report damages or violations to Transportation Manager immediately.
• Assist in opening doors and loading/unloading passengers and equipment.
• Follow traffic laws and drive courteously at all times.
• Notify Transportation Manager of changes in driving record.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Driver's license

CPR certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Goodwin Living is a mission-driven nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia. We support, honor and uplift older adults and the people who care for them by creating a workplace rooted in purpose, belonging and growth. Our culture has earned consistent recognition, including Top Workplace honors in the D.C. region since 2019, national recognition by USA Today and Nurse.com, and Top Virginia Employers for Intern Awards recognition since 2022. These honors are based on team member feedback and reflect what our team values most.

Job Summary

Position is primarily responsible for the safe, courteous, and considerate transportation of residents, guests and team members using Goodwin Living transportation services

The pay for this position is $22/hr

The shift is M-F and the hours are 8:30am-4:30pm with weekends as needed.

Duties

1. Transports residents to medical appointments, social events, and private trips in a safe and timely manner.
2. Inspects vehicle daily for adequate fluid levels and safe operation; adds fluids and ensures preventive and/or corrective maintenance performed as needed; completes inspection report accordingly.
3. Ensures vehicle remains clean, neat, and attractive inside and out.
4. Reports damages, traffic violations and any other problems immediately to the Transportation Manager.
5. Assists in opening doors and safely loading and unloading passengers and equipment.
6. Consistently always follows and adheres to traffic laws and acts as a courteous driver.
7. Must alert the Transportation Manager and Human Resources of any change in driving record, including but not limited to accidents and tickets for traffic violations.

Qualifications

1. High school graduate or equivalent required.
2. Ability to drive a variety of vehicles including wheelchair van, fourteen passenger bus, ten passenger shuttle bus and sedans.
3. Must be willing to work at each campus as needed to support transportation requests.
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Must be able to read and write English proficiently and clearly.
5. Valid current Driver's license required with insurable driving record.
6. Previous experience in public transportation, public relations, or related field preferred.
7. Must complete and pass occupational health assessments on an annual basis, as required by the physician.
8. Must also maintain a current CPR license.

A sampling of our many benefits!

We’ve got you covered with incredible benefits, whether you work full-time, part-time, or PRN (as needed). Here’s a glimpse of what we offer to Full-Time team members:

• Paid Time Off
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• DailyPay: Work and get paid the same day!
• Tuition Assistance for Career Development
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Financial assistance with U.S. Citizenship application or DACA Renewal
• Tutoring for ESL, Citizenship Test & GED
• Staff Emergency Grants
• Retirement Plan- 401(k)
• Free Meals, Access to a Fitness Center, Pool, and More

About Goodwin Living

At Goodwin Living, we can all find work with purpose! As a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Northern Virginia, we are driven by our mission: to support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them. Our commitment to our team members is written directly into that statement. We create an enriching and supportive work environment that has inspired our team members to vote us into the Washington Post Top Workplace rankings since 2019, and they made us #3 in 2025!

Goodwin Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an AARP Employer Pledge Signer.

We take pride in our inclusive work culture that values diversity and fosters talent. With us, you are more than just a team member; you are part of a community committed to excellence and continuous learning.