NEMT Driver - Greenley CO

America West Transportation LLC; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

America West Transportation LLC is seeking a courteous wheelchair Transport Driver to deliver exceptional customer service on local routes. You will assist clients into and out of vehicles and provide door-through service while maintaining safety and timeliness.

The role requires a flexible schedule and on-the-road work in the local region, with pre-trip inspections and adherence to company standards. Experience with paratransit and elderly clients is a plus.

Qualifications

• Valid state driver’s license or CDL required.
• High school graduate or GED preferred but not required.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred but not required.
• Familiar with driving region and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-inspection checks on assigned vehicles.
• Safely transport clients to and from destinations.
• Assist clients getting in and out of the vehicle and with door-through service.

Skills

Customer service

GPS navigation

Safety conscious

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

GPS navigation

Job description

America West Transportation LLC is dedicated to an exceptional passenger experience that puts comfort, safety and timeliness first, serving selective clients who demand the best in transportation solutions. If you dream of a working environment with an engaging leadership team, a positive atmosphere, and a rapid path for career growth, this is the team for you.

We are seeking a courteous and friendly wheelchair Transport Driver who can deliver excellent customer service consistently. Drivers must assist clients getting in and out of the vehicle and assist clients with a \"through the door\" service. Applicants must have a flexible work schedule, to accommodate the business need.

What You'll Do

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Drivers are responsible for pre-inspection checks on all vehicles they are driving. They must make sure all items or any other devices are stored away properly. Drivers must drive clients to and from destinations in a safe manner.

Work Location: On the road locally in the region

Qualifications

License

• Valid state driver's license or commercial driver's license required.

Education & Training

• High school graduate or GED equivalent is preferred but not required.
• Valid CPR/First Aid card is preferred but not required.
• Drivers should be familiar with the driving region and the surrounding areas.

Knowledge and Experience

• Experience driving corporate clients and paratransit vehicles are a plus.
• Must have a validspecificstate driver's license of posted job location for at least five (5) years with no more than one (1) moving violation or one (1) at fault accident in the last three (3) years.
• Applicants must be familiar with using cellular phones and navigating around areas using a GPS.
• Experience working with the elderly population
• Physical certifications: Non-DOT Physical, Drug, TB, and Breath Alcohol test
• Acceptable background screens, which include but is not limited to criminal check and drug and alcohol screening
• Valid Authorization to work in the U.S.
• Bilingual in another language in addition to English preferred

Core Competencies

• Self-motivated and responsible
• Willing to go the extra mil e

Working Conditions

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must pass pre-employment screening - background and drug screen which includes alcohol screening
• May be subjected to multiple drug and alcohol screenings to maintain Driver credentials

Physical Requirements

Driver must be able to pass the physical test:

• Lift up to 50 LBS, push up to 150 LBS
• Bend from the waist
• Pivot from waist
• Be able to move from a standing position to kneeling position back to standing

The Transport Driver must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. The Employer will provide accommodations to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these functions, unless doing so would create undue hardship.

Final pay rate is determined based on qualifications, experience, and performance, at the employer's discretion.

This job description outlines general duties but is not exhaustive.

Responsibilities may evolve to meet business needs. The company reserves the right to modify duties or assign additional tasks as required.

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America West is an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. In accordance with applicable federal, California, and local laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, age (40 and over), military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As a non-emergency medical transportation provider, certain positions may be subject to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, including pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing, physical qualifications, and driving record requirements, where permitted by law. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, and observances.