Transportation Driver

Oak Hammock at the University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UF discounts

Scholarship reimbursement

Bi-weekly pay

Licensure reimbursement

Health insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401K with match

PTO accrual

Holidays & floating day

Employee recognition gifts

You Make A Difference Award

Milestone awards

Emergency loan fund

Job summary

Oak Hammock at the University of Florida in Gainesville, FL seeks a Transportation Driver to provide timely and safe transportation for residents to appointments and outings. This full-time role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, a valid CDL, no moving violations in 3 years, and strong interpersonal skills to relate to staff, residents and families.

We offer competitive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and tuition

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• No moving violations in the past 3 years.
• Ability to interpret and follow map directions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to relate to staff, residents, families, and community members.
• Empathetic, energetic and able to work with a diverse senior population.
• Background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Transport residents to appointments and outings.
• Keep vehicles clean and report defects.
• Maintain updated travel logs.
• Ensure residents arrive safely to destinations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Map reading

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

What We Do

Oak Hammock at the University of Florida is an active, yet relaxed, Life Plan Community in Gainesville, Florida. We offer a full continuum of health care, including independent living, assisted living, specialized memory support, skilled nursing and home care. Our community offers an unprecedented lifestyle of comfort and convenience with a rich array of services and amenities that are focused on optimal wellbeing.

Position Title: Transportation Driver

Position Type: Full Time

What You Can Expect From Us

Full Time Employee Benefits include:

• University of Florida partnership with community discounts and access to opportunities through the Gator One UF ID Card


• OH I CAN! Scholarship and Tuition Reimbursement Programs


• Pay Every Other Week


• Licensure Reimbursement for Clinical Positions


• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance


• Company Paid Short Term Disability


• Long Term Disability


• 401K Retirement and Investing Plan with Company Match


• Paid Time Off Accrual


• 6 Paid Holidays and 1 Additional Floating Holiday


• Annual Employee Recognition Gifts


• You Make A Difference Award Recognition


• Milestone Service Awards


• Helping Hands Emergency Loan Fund

More Than a Job

Imagine a rewarding career helping others. Working at Oak Hammock at the University of Florida is rewarding and fun. No matter your title, your days are spent among a community of residents enjoying retirement to the fullest. When you leave after your workday, you will feel a sense of accomplishment and joy since you are part of the community and residents' lives.

No matter the position you are searching for, there is ample opportunity to impact this community. We value our staff and would love the chance to make Oak Hammock more than a job but a worthwhile experience to remember.

Driver Position Summary

Drivers are a vital part of our community, providing timely and safe transportation of our residents to various individual appointments and outings. Drivers are responsible to maintain the cleanliness of company vehicles, inspect the vehicle for defects on a routine basis, and maintain updated travel logs. Drivers are necessary to ensure our residents arrive safely to and from their requested destinations.

Driver Job Qualifications And Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent


• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)


• Must have no moving violations within the past 3 years


• Must be able to interpret and follow map directions


• Must have excellent interpersonal skills to relate effectively to staff, residents, families, and community members


• Must be empathetic, energetic and have an affinity for working with a diverse senior population


• All applicants must complete and successfully pass a Level II Background Check and Drug Screening