Wheelchair Transport Driver- Monterrey Beach, CA

Navarre Corporation; California (MO); On-site; USD 26,003 - 37,035; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(a) retirement contributions

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Company vehicle

Gas card

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Navarre Corporation in Monterrey Beach/Marina Area seeks a Wheelchair Transport Driver to provide safe, reliable transportation for veterans. Responsibilities include operating a company vehicle, performing inspections, assisting wheelchair users, and reporting as needed.

The role emphasizes communication with dispatch, adherence to schedules, and safe passenger handling, with company benefits, a provided vehicle, and gas card support.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Excellent verbal and written communication to interact with passengers, colleagues, and dispatch.
• Ability to store a company-designated passenger van with Navarre Corporation logo at home.
• Flexible availability to work various shift hours and days for veterans transportation.
• Background check and drug screen mandatory before employment.
• Must have space to house a vehicle bearing the company logo at residence.

Responsibilities

• Operate a company-provided shuttle/sedan safely and reliably for veterans within the designated service area and schedule.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and report issues promptly.
• Assist passengers, including those using wheelchairs, and secure wheelchairs/scooters for safety.
• Maintain communication with dispatch and complete written reports for incidents or mechanical problems.
• Provide guidance on rules and regulations to ensure a safe travel experience.
• Assist with loading and stowing luggage, ensuring belongings are secured during transit.

Skills

Communication skills

Valid driver’s license

Clean driving record

Job description

Monterrey Beach/Marina Area

Formed in 2011, Navarre Corporation has become an industry leader in the non-emergency medical transportation industry.

Wheelchair Transport Driver

Our mission is to provide safe and reliable transportation services to America’s veterans. Our team is dedicated to delivering compassionate and personalized customer service, and we strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment that meets the unique needs of our clients.

Responsibilities

• Safe and reliable transportation: Operate a company-provided shuttle/sedan in a safe, courteous, and reliable manner, adhering to all traffic laws and regulations. Safely transport veterans who are disabled within the designated service area and according to the assigned time schedule.
• Vehicle inspections: Perform pre‑ and post‑trip vehicle inspections to ensure the vehicle is in proper working condition. Report any mechanical or maintenance issues promptly to the appropriate channels.
• Passenger assistance: Assist passengers, including those using wheelchairs or other mobility aids, in boarding and alighting from the vehicle. Secure wheelchairs and scooters to ensure passenger safety during transit.
• Communication and reporting: Maintain effective communication with dispatch to report any deviations, accidents, passenger incidents, medical or behavioral concerns, or vehicle mechanical/electrical problems. Complete written reports promptly for passenger‑related matters and accidents.
• Passenger guidance: Provide necessary guidance and inform passengers about rules and regulations when necessary, ensuring a safe and comfortable travel experience for all.
• Luggage handling: Assist passengers with loading and stowing luggage, ensuring belongings are handled with care and properly secured during transit.
• Physical requirements:
  • Lifting: Ability to lift 75 lbs from the floor.
  • Push/Pull: Capability to push/pull 80 lbs horizontally and at an incline.
  • Hand strength & dexterity: Ability to exert up to 50 lbs of force with hand dynamometer.
  • Climbing: Ability to climb steps.
  • Kneeling: Ability to kneel and reach the floor.
  • Sitting: Prolonged periods of sitting in excess of 2 hours.

Pay and Comprehensive Benefits

• Starting wage: Competitive starting wage of $22.88.
• Additional benefits: An additional $4.57 per hour in benefits, in accordance with federal regulations.
• Retirement contributions: 401(a) retirement contributions.
• Insurance coverage: Health, vision, and dental insurance provided.
• Life insurance: Term‑life insurance policy.
• Disability coverage: Company‑provided short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Employee assistance program: Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for additional support.
• Company‑provided vehicle: Company vehicle for work use.
• Gas card: Company‑provided gas card to cover fuel expenses.
• Overtime opportunities: Potential for overtime hours to earn additional income.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Excellent communication skills: Effective verbal and written communication to interact professionally with passengers, colleagues, and dispatch.
• Responsible vehicle storage: Ability to store a company‑designated passenger van with the Navarre Corporation logo at your residence.
• Flexible availability: Willingness to work various shift hours and assigned days to accommodate the transportation needs of our veterans.
• Background check and drug screen: Successful completion of a pre‑employment background check with MVR and drug screen is mandatory.
• Vehicle housing: Must have the ability to provide housing for a vehicle, preferably a commercial utility van, at your residence, bearing the company logo.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Navarre will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Navarre does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, gender, gender identity, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.