Resident Transportation Driver — Safe Rides & Vehicle Maintenance

Atria Senior Living, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Atria Senior Living, Inc. in New York seeks a transportation driver to provide safe, courteous service for residents and to coordinate pre-maintenance and repairs to maximize vehicle longevity.

You will drive residents to social events and other destinations, assist them into/out of the vehicle, secure wheelchairs, and report safety concerns per policy. Basic First Aid and street awareness within the local area are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent training.
• Five or more years of driving experience and knowledge of vehicle preventative maintenance.
• Commercial driver's license required to operate commercial size vehicles.
• Able to operate 7–16 passenger buses and related equipment (limousine, car, tire changing equipment, First Aid Kit, wheelchair lift, dollies).
• Experienced with vehicle emergency repairs and minor on-road maintenance.
• Knowledgeable of streets within an 8-mile radius of the community.
• Position involves driving (may use company or personal vehicle).
• Must meet Atria Motor Vehicle Record Policy standards.

Responsibilities

• Drive vehicle from community to social and other destinations per schedule.
• Assist residents into and out of vehicle safely.
• Secure passengers' wheelchairs to restraints.
• Practice safe driving techniques at all times.
• Clean and service vehicle with fuel, lubricants, and accessories and report maintenance.
• Establish and monitor daily/weekly maintenance and keep records.
• Deliver groceries and belongings to residents’ apartments.
• Assist Engage Life Department in activities as needed.
• Submit charges for community travel expenses daily.
• Maintain a safe driving record per company guidelines.
• Handle emergencies and basic First Aid.
• Report unsafe conditions to Executive Director.
• May perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Safe driving

First Aid

Maintenance knowledge

Wheelchair securement

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Commercial driver's license

Wheelchair lift

Job description

Atria Senior Living, Inc. in New York seeks a transportation driver to provide safe, courteous service for residents and to coordinate pre-maintenance and repairs to maximize vehicle longevity.

You will drive residents to social events and other destinations, assist them into/out of the vehicle, secure wheelchairs, and report safety concerns per policy. Basic First Aid and street awareness within the local area are essential.