Transporter

Illuminus; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Illuminus in Wisconsin seeks a Transportation & Support Associate to move residents to appointments, run errands, and assist with light maintenance. Responsibilities include inventory support and timely delivery checks.

Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record; ability to operate lift-equipped transport and resident assistance tools. CNA preferred, or willing to obtain CNA certification.

Qualifications

• Commitment to quality outcomes and services for all individuals.
• Ability to relate well to all individuals and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and adapt to change.
• Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a good driving record.
• Willingness to obtain CNA certification if not already certified.

Responsibilities

• Transport residents to and from appointments and document accordingly.
• Maintain transport vehicle with preventative maintenance and report issues.
• Assist maintenance team with environmental services as schedule permits.
• Check in deliveries to loading dock and distribute as needed.
• Participate in required meetings and treat residents and staff with dignity.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Independent judgment

Adaptability

Education

CNA preferred

Tools

Lift operation

Ambulatory support equipment

Job description

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

An individual who will transport residents to and from appointments, run miscellaneous errands, perform light maintenance tasks, and support inventory management.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains and actively promotes effective communication with all individuals.
• Maintains a positive image of the entity in the community keeping in alignment with our mission, vision, and values.
• Responsible for on-call services, as assigned.
• Transport residents to and from appointments and subsequent documentation.
• Maintain transport vehicle with preventative maintenance and report any mechanical or concerns regarding the vehicle that could impact continued utilization.
• Perform maintenance tasks as assigned by supervisor during down time with transporting.
• Assist maintenance team with environmental services including landscaping, grass cutting and snow removal if transport schedule permits.
• Check in all deliveries to loading dock and distribute as needed.
• Will attend required meetings as assigned.
• Will treat residents, families and other staff with dignity and respect.
• Will use proper body mechanics in the performance of all tasks to ensure safe work.
• Will perform tasks and operate equipment in which they have been trained.
• Performs other duties, as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Commitment to quality outcomes and services for all individuals.
• Ability to relate well to all individuals.
• Ability to maintain and protect the confidentiality of information.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions.
• Ability to adapt to change.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

• Must be 18 years old.
• Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record with ability to operate transport vehicle in all weather conditions.
• Ability to operate transport vehicle lift as well as general ambulatory support equipment used by passengers (canes, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.).
• Must enjoy resident contact and interaction to support customer service.
• CNA preferred, or willing to obtain CNA certification