Transportation Professional

ARC Voyagers; Grove City (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

ICHRA health insurance

Dental and vision covered

Life insurance

Voluntary life and disability

403(b) with company match

Employee assistance program

Training and education

Job summary

ARC Voyagers is seeking a Transportation Professional in Grove City, OH for part-time hours averaging 20 per week. You will operate a wheelchair-accessible shuttle, ensuring safe transport and a welcoming experience while assisting passengers with daily routines and access to community programs.

Requires 21+ and a high school diploma; able to lift up to 50 pounds; strong communication and independent route management. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage and a 403(b) with company match.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ with a high school diploma (or equivalent).
• Able to lift, bend, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Friendly, patient and dependable with strong communication skills.
• Committed to providing safe, respectful and reliable transportation.
• Comfortable working independently and managing daily routes efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Operate a wheelchair-accessible shuttle vehicle to transport individuals safely.
• Provide a welcoming, respectful, and supportive environment for every passenger.
• Help individuals access programs and services to support independence and quality of life.
• Follow traffic laws, complete vehicle inspections, and secure passengers and equipment.
• Assist passengers with boarding, offboarding, and wheelchair equipment as needed.
• Document route attendance, report transportation concerns, and note maintenance needs.

Skills

Age 21+

Reliable

Communication

Independence

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you passionate about helping individuals with disabilities stay connected to their community and daily opportunities? Do you enjoy creating a safe, welcoming, and dependable experience for others? If so, join our supportive and caring team as a Transportation Professional!

Location: 3705 Marlane Dr. Grove City, OH 43123

Schedule: This position, as a part-time schedule, will average 20 hours per week. Part-time hours are worked Monday through Friday, on a split shift from 8:00 a.m.-10 a.m. and 1 p.m.-3 p.m. to accommodate daily arrival and departure schedules.

Hourly Wage: $18.00 an hour

Culture And Benefits

ARC Voyagers is an organization that values people. We recognize our employees are our greatest strength, and we reward them with great benefits.

• Paid Time Off, holidays and leave options to balance work and personal life.
• Comprehensive health insurance provided through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA), including employer paid allowance
• 100% Employer paid dental and vision plans to meet you and your family's healthcare needs
• $25,000 basic life insurance paid by employer
• Voluntary life, disability and other insurance plans to complement your lifestyle.
• 403(b) savings plan, with company match 50% of employee deferral up to 6%
• Access to employee assistance program
• Opportunities for training, education assistance and professional growth

What You’ll Do and Why it Matters:

A Transportation Professional plays an important role in helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities safely access services, programs, and opportunities in the community. This role is about more than driving—it’s about reliability, compassion, and helping people start and end their day with dignity and support.

• Safe & Dependable Transportation: You'll operate a wheelchairaccessible shuttle vehicle to safely transport individuals to and from ARC Voyagers' facilities and programs.
• Creating Positive Experiences: You'll provide a welcoming, respectful, and supportive environment for every passenger during each trip.
• Supporting Independence: By helping individuals access programs and services, you'll play a direct role in supporting their independence and quality of life.
• Safety First: You'll follow all traffic laws, complete vehicle inspections, and ensure passengers and adaptive equipment are properly secured.
• HandsOn Assistance: You'll assist passengers with boarding, offboarding, and wheelchair accessibility equipment as needed.
• Keeping Things Running Smoothly: You'll complete route attendance, communicate transportation concerns, and document incidents or maintenance needs when necessary.
• Staying Active & Engaged: This is an active role that keeps you moving and interacting with people throughout the day.

What Makes You a Great Fit:

• 21+ with a high school diploma (or equivalent)
• Ability to lift, bend, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Friendly, patient and dependable with strong communication skills
• Committed to providing safe, respectful and reliable transportation
• Comfortable working independently and managing daily routes efficiently
• Ability to assist passengers and operate wheelchairaccessible equipment safely
• Previous experience driving passengers or accessible vehicles is a plus
• Positive, professional, and driven to make a difference

Requirements:

• Must submit to a BCII/FBI background check and Nurses Aid & Abuser Registry checks.
• Maintain American Red Cross or equivalent first aid and CPR certification.
• Valid State of Ohio Driver's License and insurability standards.
• Complete eight hours of training as required by The Ohio Department of Developmental upon hire.
• Must pass a driver physical and drug screen
• Must be able to operate a wheelchair accessible shuttle vehicle safely and efficiently

Why ARC Voyagers?

ARC Voyagers is a mission-driven nonprofit organization serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Central Ohio. We offer a range of person-centered services including employment coaching, life skills development, employment placement, adult day resource centers, and community-based day programming.

At the heart of our work is a belief in the power of possibility. Every person deserves the opportunity to grow, connect, and contribute in ways that are meaningful to them. Our team partners with each individual and their support network to build personalized paths toward independence, inclusion, and joy.

With over 60 years of experience and a legacy rooted in advocacy, collaboration, and compassion, ARC Voyagers is proud to be a trusted guide for life's journey.

EOE Statement

ARC Voyagers is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment. ARC Voyagers does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other personal characteristics protected by applicable law. This policy covers all programs, services, policies and procedures of ARC Voyagers, including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, and administering of all personnel actions such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs or terminations.