Lead Driver - Full Time Days

US Lawns; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Pinnacle Living is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to coordinate driver schedules, vehicle assignments, and daily operations for Cedarfield residents. The role ensures safe transport to appointments and activities, supervising a transportation team and upholding policy and service quality.

You will maintain accurate records, manage vehicle maintenance schedules, and work with program managers to support resident trips across campus.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, family members, team members, and service providers.
• Ability to assist residents in and out of vehicles and accompany them to appointments and events as necessary.
• Knowledge of vehicle operation, safety checks, and maintenance scheduling.
• Ability to manage complex schedules and competing priorities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of resident information and health-related appointments.

Responsibilities

• Schedules medical appointments and organizes daily transportation schedule to maximize appointments and residents transported efficiently.
• Coordinates with managers to schedule resident programming trips and transport needs.
• Drives vehicles to transport residents safely to and from activities and appointments.
• Schedules and tracks vehicle maintenance; maintains records including registrations and mileage logs.
• Completes pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and documents findings.
• Cleans and services vehicles; ensures vehicles are clean before use.
• Provides pick-ups and deliveries for other departments and the main office as directed.
• Ensures safety and comfort of all passengers; enforces transportation policies.
• Familiarity with wheelchair securement and passenger restraint systems.
• Completes accident reporting as required by policy.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Clear communication

Vehicle operation

Schedule management

Customer service

Team coordination

Education

CDL with P endorsement (preferred)

First aid & CPR certification

DOT medical requirements (physical & drug screening)

Job description

Full time schedule 8-4:30

• Full-Time 8:00am - 4:30pm

Job Description

Serves as the supervisor for the transportation team, coordinating driver schedules, vehicle assignments, and daily operations to meet resident and program needs. Transports residents safely and professionally to and from designated locations. Holds team members accountable for service quality and adherence for policy.

Job Duties (Essential)

1. Schedules medical appointments and organizes daily transportation schedule to ensure maximum number of appointments provided and residents transported in the most efficient manner.
2. Coordinates with the Pathways to Wellness and Recreation Therapy managers to schedule and support resident programming trips.
3. Drives vehicles to transport residents to and from regular and scheduled activities and appointments on and off campus in a safe and timely manner.
4. Schedules and tracks vehicle maintenance with approved vendors and maintains accurate records including vehicle registrations, mileage logs, and inspection records.
5. Completes pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and documents findings according to policy.
6. Services the transportation vehicles, including checking and replenishing gas, oil, and water supplies. Cleans inside and outside the vehicles on a regular basis and sees that all vehicles are clean prior to use.
7. Provides pick-ups and deliveries for other departments and the support office as regularly scheduled or directed.
8. Responsible for the safety and comfort of all passengers, adhering to and enforcing transportation policies at all times.
9. Knowledge of wheelchair securement procedures and passenger restraint systems.
10. Completes accident reporting procedures according to policy.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. Ability to communicate effectively with residents, their family members, team members, and service providers in a pleasant and professional manner.
2. Ability to assist residents in and out of vehicles and accompany them to appointments and events as necessary.
3. Ability to move in and out of and around vehicles of various proportions.
4. Ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe and proficient manner.
5. Knowledge of vehicle operation, safety checks, and maintenance scheduling.
6. Ability to manage complex schedules and competing priorities.
7. Ability to maintain confidentiality of resident information and health-related appointments.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS

1. Minimum two years of driving experience in a transportation or senior living setting preferred.
2. Commercial driver’s license (CDL) with P endorsement preferred.
3. Must possess a driving record that complies with the Pinnacle Living risk management policy.
4. First aid and CPR required.
5. DOT physical, DOT drug screening & current Medical Examiners Certificate required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Able to lift up to 50lbs frequently and repeatedly in a standard working shift.
2. Works inside in a variety of settings and outside in heat and cold.
3. Must be available for unseen circumstances and emergencies.
4. Universal staffing. Flexible schedule required including the ability to work varied hours including weekends, evenings, holidays, and during inclement weather.
5. Exposure to the sights, sounds, and odors of a typical long-term care and health care environment serving senior citizens, some with dementia.

Benefits

• Double Time when working designated holidays Holiday Pay — for non-exempt team members
• PTO with a Cash Out option available
• 8 Federal Holidays, including Martin Luther King Day and Juneteenth
• One Paid Personal Day per year
• Free parking available
• 6% Retirement Matching 403(b)
• PayActiv – Cash advance on your paycheck available
• Employee Assistance Program – LifeSolutions EAP
• Full Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options are available for individuals or families
• Zero cost to team members: $50,000 term life insurance policy
• Short-term Disability Insurance available
• Immunizationsavailable
• Tuition Assistance Program available
• Team Member referral bonus available
• EVEN MORE BENEFITS AVAILABLE Depending on location.

Company Description

A Top Richmond Workplace Winner for the 7th year in a row! At Cedarfieldour team members are dedicated to creating a community where age does not define the person. Our mission of Enriching Life’s Journey guides our team in delivering service that focus on autonomy and self-direction, whether that is done in our residents’ cottages, apartments, assisted living, memory support or nursing residences.Our values of Culture, Stewardship, Partnership, Diversity, Hospitality and Quality form a framework for everything we do.If you possess strong professional skills and a desire to serve others by promoting person centered services in a team environment, we invite you to continue with this job application.

Vaccination Requirement

Employees hired for this position will be required to follow Pinnacle Living’s company-wide policies of being or becoming fully vaccinated against the annual flu, each subject to potential accommodation for medical reasons or religious beliefs.