Transportation Driver

Oak Hammock At The University of Florida, Inc; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Oak Hammock At The University of Florida, Inc in Gainesville, Florida is seeking drivers for a full-time position to provide timely, safe transportation for residents to appointments and outings, while maintaining clean vehicles and accurate travel logs.

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent, a valid CDL, clean driving record, and strong interpersonal skills to connect with residents and staff. A Level II Background Check and Drug Screening are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid CDL license and clean driving record required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret directions and follow schedules.

Responsibilities

• Transport residents to appointments and outings in a timely, safe manner.
• Maintain cleanliness of company vehicles and perform routine inspections.
• Keep updated travel logs and ensure residents arrive safely to destinations.
• Complete Level II Background Check and Drug Screening as part of the hiring process.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Safe driving

Navigation / map reading

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

CDL

Job description

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.

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 AwardsHelping 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