Transport Driver

America West Medical Transportation; North Carolina; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

America West Medical Transportation is seeking a courteous Transport Driver in North Carolina to deliver high-level customer service. You will assist clients entering/exiting the vehicle and provide “through the door” service, with flexibility to meet business needs.

Responsibilities include performing vehicle pre-inspections, and safely transporting clients to destinations while maintaining a friendly, professional attitude.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-inspection checks on all vehicles they are driving.
• Assist clients getting in and out of the vehicle and provide a courteous, "through the door" service.
• Drive clients to and from destinations in a safe manner.

Skills

Customer service

GPS navigation

Vehicle inspection

Safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a courteous and friendly 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.

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.

Qualifications

Education & Training

• High school graduate or GED equivalent is preferred but not required.
• Valid state driver’s license or commercial driver’s license.
• 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 specific state driver’s license of posted job location for at least five (5) yearswith 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: Pass DOT “fitness for duty” exam; HEP B Series and contractual vaccinations
• 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.

Core Competencies

• Self-motivated and responsible
• Good communication skills
• Positive attitude
• Willing to go the extra mil e

Working Conditions

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must provide a current driving record printout when applying (Valid 30 days from date of application)
• Must pass pre-employment screening - background and drug screen which includes alcohol screening

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.

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.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We comply with all applicable federal, California, and local laws and do not discriminate based on any legally protected characteristic, including race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, medical condition, age, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by law. As a non-emergency medical transportation provider, certain positions may be subject to Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements, including drug and alcohol testing, physical qualifications, and driving record standards, where permitted by law. We provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities and religious practices, consistent with safe operations and security requirements.