Driver (Non-CDL)

Erickson Senior Living; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 22,041 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Diversity and inclusion culture

Medical, dental, vision packages

PTO & volunteer hours

401k with company match

Onsite medical centers

Food and beverage discounts

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Erickson Senior Living is seeking a part-time Driver to transport residents, staff, and visitors within our Tallgrass Creek community. The role involves operating non-CDL buses, vans, and sedans with wheelchair ramps, assisting passengers, and ensuring vehicle safety through inspections and maintenance.

The position requires a valid driver’s license, a DOT certificate, and at least one year of verifiable driving experience.

Qualifications

• Previous transportation services experience preferred.
• Valid State driver’s license and must be maintained as a condition of employment.
• DOT Physical/Medical Examiner’s Certificate current and maintainable as a condition of employment.
• Minimum of 1 year of verifiable driving experience.
• Must be at least 21 years of age to drive.
• Ability to operate vehicles with wheelchair ramps and lifts, including securement systems.

Responsibilities

• Transport residents, staff, and visitors on scheduled and unscheduled appointments.
• Operate non-CDL passenger buses, vans, and sedans with wheelchair ramps and lifts.
• Assist passengers with boarding and off-loading from the vehicle.
• Prepare vehicles for usage, including pre- and post-trip inspections, refueling, and related tasks.
• Maintain the cleanliness of vehicles.
• Log and track vehicle usage.

Job description

Location: Tallgrass Creek by Erickson Senior Living

Join our team as a Driver and help ensure the safety of our cherished residents, valued visitors, and dedicated employees within our gated retirement community.

Compensation: Commensurate with experience, Starting at $16.00/hr

Schedules: Part-Time

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday from 2pm-8pm
• Thursday, Friday, Saturday from 2pm-8pm

What We Offer

• A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values
• Medical, dental and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching and telemedicine options
• PTO Plans, PLUS company paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law
• 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match
• Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age
• 30% discount on food and drinks at on-site dining venues, plus additional healthy choice meal options at discounted prices!
• Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones!

How You Will Make An Impact

• Transport residents, staff, and visitors on scheduled and unscheduled appointments
• Operate non-CDL passenger buses, vans, and sedans; vehicles equipped with wheelchair ramps and lifts
• Assist passengers with boarding and off-boarding from the vehicle
• Prepare vehicles for usage, including performing pre & post-trip vehicle inspections, refueling, and other related tasks
• Maintain the cleanliness of vehicles
• Log and track vehicle usage

What You Will Need

• Previous transportation services experience preferred
• Valid State driver’s license. This license must be maintained as a condition of employment.
• Must possess or be able to obtain prior to starting, a current and valid D.O.T. Physical/Medical Examiner’s Certificate indicating successful completion of a D.O.T. Physical Examination. This certificate must be maintained as a condition of employment.
• Minimum of 1 year of verifiable driving experience
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age to drive
• Ability to operate vehicles equipped with wheelchair ramps and lifts, including securement systems. Ability to operate Community vehicles safely; to include non-CDL passenger buses and sedans, demonstrated by successful completion of a road test

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Tallgrass Creek is a beautiful 65-acre continuing care retirement community located in Overland Park, Kansas, just minutes from the Kansas-Missouri border. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Tallgrass Creek helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.