Driver- Full-time (11am-7p with alternating weekends))

American Addiction Centers; Aliso Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

American Addiction Centers is seeking a driver to transport clients and visitors. The role requires operating a company vehicle, ensuring safety, and maintaining the vehicle.

Schedule is 11a-7p with alternating weekends or four weekend days a month, with overtime and flexible hours as needed. Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma, a valid driver's license (Class B preferred), and at least two years of commercial driving experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
• Prefer a Class B Driver's license.
• Insurable driving record required.
• At least 2 years of commercial driving experience.
• Knowledge of vehicle safety, DOT regulations, and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate company vehicle to transport clients and facility visitors.
• Meet and greet clients in a professional and courteous manner during transport.
• Adhere to local traffic regulations and company dress code.
• Load/unload baggage, assist passengers, and perform related errands.
• Keep vehicle clean and in good operating condition; report delays or accidents.

Skills

Reading & writing

Clear communication

Positively oriented

Group presentation skills

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Class B license preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Overview

Company Summary

If you are searching for a fulfilling place to develop your career and an opportunity to make a difference in helping others, then keep reading on. Here at AAC, we have a progressive culture; we listen to your ideas, value a work/life balance, invest in education, and we foster trust and respect for all individuals. Our exceptional comp and strong benefits include company matching 401K, medical, dental, vision and life insurance. We are looking for our future leaders, who are not only going to fill the qualifications for this job description, but who are going to exceed expectations. Be a part of a team whose mission is to provide quality, compassionate, and innovative care to adults struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders.Our purpose and passion are to empower patients, their families, and our communities by helping individuals achieve recovery and optimal wellness of the mind, body, and spirit.

Responsibilities

Job Summary

The Driver operates company vehicle to transport clients and facility visitors.

Works schedule: Must be able to work 11a-7p with alternating weekends or 4 weekend days a month.

Duties and Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Complies with local traffic regulations.
• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
• Reports delays or accidents.
• Load or unloads baggage or express checked by passengers in baggage compartment.
• Assist passengers to enter and leave car and holds umbrellas in wet weather.
• Performs miscellaneous errands such as store runs for patients, mail to and from post office.
• Makes overnight drives and extended trips requiring irregular hours.
• Keep vehicle clean, polished, and in operating condition.
• Complies with company dress code.
• During all transports Meets and greets all clients in a professional and polite demeanor. Makes new clients feel welcomed and comfortable during trip.
• Answers any questions that new clients may have during transport to help orientate them before arriving at facility.
• Complies with company’s drug free work environment.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
• Prefer a class B Driver's license.
• Must have an insurable driving record.
• At least 2 years previous commercial driving experience.
• Working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspection, and maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret written information; write clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; and participates in meetings.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must be able to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and flexible hours.

Physical Requirements

AAC is committed to principles of equal opportunities for all employees. The Company will provide reasonable accommodations that are necessary to comply with State and Federal disability discrimination laws

• Prolonged sitting at a desk
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time

American Addiction Centers is an equal opportunity employer. American Addiction Centers prohibits employment practices that discriminate against individuals or groups of employees on the basis of age, color disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other category deemed protected by state and/or federal law.