Wheelchair Driver

Modivcare; Maine; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Gas card

Smart phone stipend

Job summary

Modivcare is seeking a Wheelchair Driver in Maine to transport passengers safely to their destinations. Both part-time and full-time roles are available, primarily located in Sagadahoc, Knox, Waldo & Lincoln Counties. The position requires adherence to safety standards, excellent driving skills, and a commitment to customer service.

Candidates must have a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and a High School Diploma. Modivcare offers a company vehicle, a gas card, and a smart phone stipend as perks.

Qualifications

• Zero (0) plus years of experience required.
• Valid driver's license for appropriate vehicle type.
• Clean driving record without major traffic violations.

Responsibilities

• Transport passengers to medical facilities and home safely.
• Operate vehicle following traffic laws.
• Inspect vehicle for maintenance needs.

Skills

Excellent driving skills

Customer service orientation

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Modivcare is looking for a Wheelchair Driver to join our team. This position is responsible for transporting passengers to their destination as defined through a mileage radius from the operations center.

Part-time and Full-time opportunities available

This role is located in Sagadahoc, Knox, Waldo & Lincoln Counties

The schedule ranges from Monday - Saturday, from 4:00AM - 8:00PM EST

This role...

• Operates vehicle in a safe and responsible manner, following all traffic laws and regulations to ensure the safety of passengers, other road users, and self.
• Transports passengers to and from medical facilities and/or home in a timely and safe manner.
• Familiarizes self with designated routes, utilized maps, or GPS systems to efficiently navigate to destinations while minimizing delays.
• Regularly inspects vehicle for maintenance needs and is in good working order; maintains a clean vehicle at all times.
• Completes mechanical checklist at the start of each shift and reports any mechanical problems to management.
• Completes and enters daily trip sheets for each transport.
• Ensures all required permits, licenses, and documentation are up-to-date and in order.
• Provides excellent customer service and maintains professionalism with all passengers.
• Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Adheres to all company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Complies with the expectations of organization contracts and all Federal, State, and Local regulatory standards for driving and vehicle safety.
• Attends Information Systems security trainings and reports information systems security problems.
• Participates in other projects or duties as assigned.

We are interested in speaking to individuals with the following...

• High School Diploma required.
• Zero (0) plus years of experience.
• Valid driver's license for the appropriate vehicle type.
• Or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Clean driving record with no history of major traffic violations or accidents.
• In-depth knowledge of navigating the local area to utilize the safest and most efficient routes possible.
• Excellent driving skills and the ability to handle various road and weather conditions.
• Customer-service oriented with excellent communication skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions and schedules.
• Physical fitness and stamina for long hours of driving, if applicable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting up to 50lbs
• Bending, twisting, crouching and reaching overhead and laterally
• Providing members with additional assistance as needed
• Pushing/pulling loaded wheelchair up to 300lbs

Modivcare will provide a company vehicle, a gas card, and a smart phone stipend for this role.