Senior Accessible Transportation Driver

Arc of Howard County; Ellicott City (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc of Howard County is seeking a full-time Senior Transportation Driver to join our Transportation team. The Senior Driver will provide safe, reliable transportation for individuals with disabilities, including medical appointments, work, and social events.

This role also supports fleet operations, schedules routes, conducts vehicle checks, and coordinates with staff and caregivers to ensure accessible, on-time service.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with at least two years of driving experience.
• A clean driving record and safe driving history.
• Experience with vans and wheelchair-accessible vehicles preferred.
• Ability to work with people with disabilities and diverse teams.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport individuals with disabilities to medical appointments, work, education, and social events.
• Assist passengers with boarding and disembarking, including wheelchairs and mobility aids.
• Maintain adherence to schedules and routes, and adapt to passengers’ needs.
• Conduct regular vehicle maintenance checks for safety and reliability.
• Assist Transportation Manager with fleet oversight and maintenance scheduling.
• Keep records of vehicle usage, maintenance schedules, and repairs.
• Coordinate with maintenance providers and manage repairs or modifications.
• Schedule daily transportation routes for Arc drivers.
• Provide training and support to other drivers on safety and equipment use.
• Communicate effectively with passengers, caregivers, and staff.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Fleet management

Scheduling routes

Vehicle maintenance

Wheelchair accessibility

Communication

Technology comfort

Team coordination

Tools

GPS navigation

Maintenance scheduling software

Job description

The Arc of Howard County is seeking a full-time Senior Transportation Driver to join our Transportation team. The Senior Driver will provide safe, reliable transportation for individuals with disabilities, including medical appointments, work, and social events.

This role also supports fleet operations, schedules routes, conducts vehicle checks, and coordinates with staff and caregivers to ensure accessible, on-time service.