Lead Driver

Vi Living; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Exceptional benefits

Generous Paid Time Off - start accru..

401k with company match

Paid maternity and paternity benefits

Award-winning training and development

Tuition Reimbursement

Luxury work environment

Meaningful and rewarding work

Job summary

Vi Living in Glenview, IL is seeking a Lead Driver to transport residents to appointments and outings using community vehicles. You will support scheduling, recordkeeping and training activities to ensure safe, reliable transport and outstanding resident service.

Ideal candidates have at least 6 months of bus/van driving experience, a valid license for the vehicle class, and are willing to obtain a CDL. CPR and First Aid certifications are required or can be obtained after hire.

Qualifications

• 6 months experience as a bus/van driver
• Valid driver's license for vehicle class
• Willingness to obtain CDL (Commercial Driver's License)
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications required or willingness to become certified

Responsibilities

• Transport residents to appointments and outings using community vehicles
• Assist Lifestyle Director with scheduling, recordkeeping and training
• Ensure residents receive appropriate assistance during outings
• Support driving operations and vehicle readiness

Skills

Communication

Patience

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Job description

Overview

Vi is recognized as a Great Place to Work and one of Glassdoor's 100 Best Companies to work for. Learn from the best and accelerate your career with Vi.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay
• Exceptional benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off - start accruing on day one
• 401k with company match
• Paid maternity and paternity benefits
• Award-winning training and development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Luxury work environment
• Meaningful and rewarding work

Vi at The Glen is located at 2500 Indigo Lane, Glenview IL 60026

Responsibilities

Lead Driver

The Driver is responsible for transporting residents to and from appointments and outings using the community vehicles; which may include bus, van, limousine, sedan and trams. This position ensures residents receive all appropriate assistance during outings. Driver fulfills all operational tasks involving driving and assists the Lifestyle Director with scheduling, recordkeeping and training.

Qualifications

Qualified applicants are required to possess a minimum of 6 months experience as a bus/van driver. Must possess a valid and current driver's license for vehicle class driven at time of hire. Must be willing to obtain CDL (Commercial Driver's License). Current CPR and First Aid certifications are required or must be willing and able to become CPR and First Aid certified.

Additional requirements include:

• Must possess and maintain a clean DMV driving record.
• Knowledge of the surrounding neighborhood area.
• Excellent communication skills, patience and the ability to deal with stress and the needs of older adults.
• Ability to use a client and customer- focused approach to problem solving and goal setting.
• Must be sensitive to the needs of older adults and enjoy working with senior population.

Benefits

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Pay Range

USD $22.45 - USD $27.49 /Hr.