Driver Lead CDL

University Retirement Community; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Employer Match

Profit Sharing Plan

Employee dining and wellness amenities

Professional development and training

Job summary

University Retirement Community in Davis, California is seeking a Driver Lead – CDL to provide safe, reliable transportation for residents and to support the Transportation team with training, quality oversight, and leadership. The role includes operating buses and wheelchair-equipped vehicles, inspecting vehicles, and ensuring safety and cleanliness.

Minimum two years’ driving experience plus a valid CDL (A/B/C) and DOT medical certificate are required.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively.
• 2+ years’ experience in driving cars and/or buses or related field.
• CDL Class A, B, or C and DOT medical certificate.
• Valid driver’s license and meet PRS Employment Driver Guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide transportation services for residents to appointments, errands, outings, and events.
• Lead team through training, projects, and daily operations while setting a positive example.
• Assist with scheduling, quality control, and maintaining transportation supplies and equipment.
• Safely operate buses and vehicles, including wheelchair lifts, assisting residents with mobility devices.
• Conduct vehicle inspections, monitor maintenance needs, keep vehicles clean, and ensure safety procedures.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Customer service

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Overview

University Retirement Community (URC) is a vibrant not-for-profit Life Plan Community located in Davis, California. Our residents enjoy an active lifestyle supported by exceptional services and a full continuum of care. We are seeking a Driver Lead – CDL to provide safe and reliable transportation while supporting the Transportation team through training, quality oversight, and leadership.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide transportation services for residents attending appointments, errands, community outings, and special events.
• Lead team members through training, special projects, and day-to-day operational support while maintaining a positive example for the team.
• Assist with scheduling, quality control efforts, and maintaining transportation supplies and equipment.
• Safely operate buses and vehicles, including those equipped with wheelchair lifts, while assisting residents with mobility devices and boarding.
• Conduct vehicle inspections, monitor maintenance needs, maintain vehicle cleanliness, and ensure compliance with safety procedures.

Pay:

$31.00 - $35.00 / hr DOE

About You

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in driving cars and/or buses, transportation services, or a related field. Prior experience in a position in which training and advisory functions were the primary role.
• Valid driver’s license and meet Pacific Retirement Services' (PRS’s) Employment Driver Guidelines.
• Current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A, B, or C and Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certificate.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Outlook.

Working at University Retirement Community, you will enjoy the following benefits

• Medical Insurance: Choose from multiple plans for you and your dependents.
• Dental & Vision Insurance options.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Use it as you earn it or choose PTO+ for additional pay.
• 401(k) with 4% Employer Match.
• Profit Sharing Plan.
• Employee dining and wellness amenities.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Employee and resident appreciation programs.