Transportation Associate

CIEL GERMANTOWN LLC; Germantown (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

CIEL Senior Living in Germantown, TN is seeking a Transportation Associate to provide safe, reliable transportation for residents.

The Driver will assist residents, maintain vehicles, and follow safety standards, with training provided. This hourly role requires a valid TN driver’s license, a clean driving record, and a commitment to compassion and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Previous experience driving a bus with wheelchair lift.
• Experience working with seniors.
• Valid state driver’s license and clean driving record in last 3 years; First aid/CPR may be required.
• Must have strong understanding of the English language sufficient to read and write.
• Must be able to read clearly with or without corrective lenses.
• Must be able to hear with or without hearing aid devices to ensure safety while transporting in a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Supports the mission and promotes company culture.
• Assists residents with special needs during transportation.
• Provides miscellaneous pickup and delivery services as needed.
• Maintains and cleans designated vehicles.
• Coordinates routine preventive maintenance as directed.
• Maintains tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Protects confidentiality of resident information.
• Notifies supervisor of resident condition changes.
• Maintains a safe environment for staff, residents, and guests.
• Encourages teamwork and maintains a professional image.
• Attends LMS training and required staff meetings.
• Other duties as assigned to support community and residents.

Skills

Bus with wheelchair lift

Experience with seniors

Driver's license

First aid/CPR

English literacy

Clear vision

Hearing ability

Job description

Description

POSITION: Transportation Associate

REPORTS TO: Life Enrichment Director

FLSA: Hourly

OUR MISSION:We are united in our mission to offer seniors an elevated way of life, where comfort, connection, and joy thrive.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Driver is responsible for providing transportation services to CILE Senior Living residents.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Supports the mission, vision, and goals of the organization, upholding and promoting company culture and vision.
• Assists residents with any special needs during transportation, e.g., carrying packages, opening doors, assisting residents in and out of vehicles, etc.
• Provides miscellaneous pickup and delivery services as needed.
• Responsible for maintenance and appearance of designated vehicles.
• Coordinates routine preventive maintenance as directed.
• Maintains all tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintains and protects the confidentiality of resident information.
• Communicates any observed or suspected resident change in condition to a supervisor immediately.
• Maintains a safe and secure environment for all staff, residents, and guests, following established safety standards.
• Encourages teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments. Supports a positive and professional image through actions and dress.
• Attends training courses at community and maintains up to date monthly, quarterly, annual training through designated Learning Management System (LMS).
• Attend all required all staff meetings.
• Other duties as assigned, and which relate to the success of the community and the care, comfort, and happiness of our residents.

Requirements

EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• Previous experience driving a bus with wheelchair lift.
• Experience working with seniors.
• Valid and applicable state drivers’ license and no major driving violations for the past three (3) years. First aid and CPR certification may be required.
• Must have strong understanding of the English language sufficient to read and write.
• Must be able to read clearly with or without corrective lenses.
• Must be able to hear with or without hearing aid devices to ensure safety while transporting in a vehicle.

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Walk/Stand — must be able to continuously walk and stand.
• Environment Condition — must be able to perform work both inside and outside.
• Sit — sit infrequently.
• Lift – constantly 0-10 pounds, frequently 11 — 50 pounds, occasionally 51 — 100 pounds.
• Carry – constantly 0-10 pounds, frequently 11 — 50 pounds, occasionally 51 — 100 pounds.
• Push – constantly 0-10 pounds, frequently 11 — 50 pounds, occasionally 51 — 100 pounds.
• Climb — must be able to climb stairs on a frequent basis, with the opportunity to utilize the elevator as an alternate resource if available.
• Bend — must be able to bend at the waist, knees, hips, and spine on a frequent basis; may require frequently manipulating weights of 25 pounds or more.
• Squat — must be able to squat on a frequent basis to reach below the knee, may require lifting of 50 pounds or less.
• Twist or rotate — must be able to twist or rotate occasionally at the trunk, hips, knees, and neck, manipulating weights of 25 pounds or more.
• Reach– must be able to reach on a frequent basis. May occasionally reach overhead, requiring manipulation of weight of 10 pounds or less, and below waist manipulating weight of 25 pounds or more.