Transportation Driver

The Omaha Tribe of Nebraska; Macy (NE); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Omaha Tribe of Nebraska is seeking a dedicated driver to provide efficient and safe transportation for eligible patients across communities, hospitals, and medical facilities.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. A valid driver's license and insurability through Tribal First Insurance are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Similar experience preferred.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Drive between communities, hospitals, and medical provider facilities.
• Drive in all types of weather and road conditions.
• Assist disabled patients when transporting to and from destination (pushing and bending).
• Provide safe and efficient transportation to eligible patients.
• Complete reports at end of shift/workday.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

SUMMARY:

To provide efficient and safe transportation services to eligible patients requiring transportation services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and/or RESPONSIBILITLES include the following

• Work requires extensive driving between and around communities, hospitals, and other medical provider facilities.
• Ability to drive a vehicle in all types of weather and road conditions as endured.
• Pushing and bending is necessary to assist the disabled patients when transporting to and from destination.
• Driver will provide efficient and safe transportation services to any eligible patient requiring service.
• Complete appropriate reports at the end of the workday.
• Will work any shift assigned.
• Will keep the vehicles clean inside and out at all times.
• Ensure the vehicle is stocked with PPE. I i.e.: masks, gloves, disinfectants spray, emesis bags, hand sanitizer.
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Similar experience preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND/OR REGISTRATIONS:

• Must have a valid Driver's License and eligible for tribal insurance.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license during employment.
• Must be insurable by Tribal First Insurance.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

PLEASE NOTE: P.L. 93-638, Indian Preference and Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance, (TERO), will be practiced, however all qualified applicants will be considered.