Wheelchair Driver - Androscoggin County, ME

ModivCare Solutions, LLC; Maine; Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Disability insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee discounts

Commuter and Parking Benefits

Job summary

ModivCare is seeking a Wheelchair Driver to transport passengers within a designated mileage radius from our operations center in Maine. The role requires safe driving, route navigation, and maintaining vehicle readiness in a service-focused environment.

Hours are Monday through Friday, typically 4:00 AM to 8:00 PM EST. A valid driver's license, clean driving record, and strong customer service skills are essential. Modivcare provides a company vehicle, gas card, and phone stipend.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 0+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Valid driver's license for the appropriate vehicle type.
• Clean driving record with no major violations.
• Knowledge of navigating the local area to find safest routes.
• Excellent driving and ability to handle various weather conditions.
• Customer-service oriented with strong communication.
• Ability to follow instructions and schedules.
• Physical fitness for long hours of driving.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicle in a safe and responsible manner, following traffic laws.
• Transport passengers to medical facilities and homes.
• Navigate routes efficiently using maps or GPS.
• Inspect vehicle and maintain cleanliness.
• Complete daily trip sheets and report mechanical issues.
• Ensure permits and documentation are up-to-date.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Adhere to company policies and safety guidelines.

Skills

Driver's license

Customer service

Navigation skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

GPS navigation

Vehicle maintenance basics

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Do you enjoy working in a service-oriented industry? If so, this opportunity may be the right fit for you! 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. This role is located in Androscoggin County, ME. The schedule is Monday - Friday, hours can range from 4:00AM - 8:00PM EST.

Responsibilities

• 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 maintain 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 to 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Compensation

Salary: $17 - $18/hr. Modivcare will provide a company vehicle, a gas card and a smart phone stipend for this role.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Extended driving; frequent vehicle entry and exit; assisting passengers; operating wheelchair lifts, ramps, and securement systems; pushing wheelchairs; occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 350 lbs.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance and AD&D Voluntary Life Insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pre-Tax and Post --Tax
• Commuter and Parking Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts (retail, hotel, food, restaurants, car rental and much more!)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Modivcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO is The Law - Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled. Modivcare will never ask any potential applicant for employment for any Personal Identifiable Information via social media. Additionally, Modivcare will never ask any applicant for money. Please be cautious of any individual posing as a recruiter for Modivcare requesting personal identifiable information.

Contact

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About Modivcare

Modivcare is leading the transformation to better connect people with care, wherever they are. We serve the most underserved by facilitating non-emergency medical transportation and personal and home care to enable greater access to care, reduce costs and improve outcomes.