Wheel chair Livery driver

Job Summary: van driver

Responsibilities

• Provide Safe and courteous transportation
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to work effectively with a diverse range of individuals.
• Must be able to provide punctual, on time transports
• Utilize smart phone apps for communications, dispatch, maps, payments
• Completion of appropriate forms and reports accurately and timely
• Cleaning & maintenance of vehicles, equipment and garage
• Operate company passenger van/bus to transport clients to and from the Adult Day Health program, as well as residents of the nursing facility and assisted living facility (where applicable), to doctor appointments, outings, etc. and transport staff members to and from work at scheduled times on a regular route. Will also fill in, if needed, for other transportation or vehicle needs.
• To complete all routes as near to schedule as possible, and communicate to the facility if there is any anticipated/ actual deviations from schedule.
• Check appointment book daily for assignment.
• To be courteous to all clients, residents, employees and public at all times.
• Maintain company vehicles according to company policy.
• Conduct safety checks and immediately notify the Transportation coordinator of any violations/irregularities.

Required

• Current CPR /First Aid certified (We can help you obtain)
• 1 Year Experience with non-emergency medical transport, working with the elderly
• Experience with smart phones, email, text messaging, GPS /google maps, google
• Minimum 5 years driving experience, clean record
• Pass drug test, smoke free environment
• Ability to work independently and in a crew
• Strong organization skills and attentiveness to detail.
• Ability to maintain a professional manner and appearance at all times.
• Current MA driver’s license.
• High school or equivalent
• Ability to speak and read English. Ability to follow oral and written directions in English.
• TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Must have knowledge of Massachusetts Registry Laws and have a clean driving record.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Good physical and mental health. Finger and hand dexterity to operate a motor vehicle and perform minor maintenance of vehicle. Visual and auditory acuity to function in a driving capacity. Must be able to continuously sit for long periods of time while driving. Must be able to turn, crouch, kneel, stoop, bend below waist, and reach above shoulder height as tasks dictate, including assisting clients and residents as needed in boarding and disembarking vehicle. Must be able to lift a minimum of fifty (50) lbs., and be able to carry objects. Must be able to push and pull a minimum of one hundred (100) pounds occasion-ally, including individuals in wheelchairs. Must use good body mechanics. Must be dependable, honest, industrious and have a neat personal appearance. Must have a positive attitude to deal with traffic, detours, etc. in order to meet schedules. Must also be able to deal with the demand of driving during adverse conditions and inclement weather. Needs to have knowledge of the general area and/or the ability to read and understand city street maps and guides. Must have basic knowledge of vehicles to be able to check oil, water, fuel, etc. and replenish as needed. Also, the ability to recognize any irregularities in the performance or operation of the vehicle and report it to the proper person. Able to work with elderly including individuals with Alzheimer's dementia.

Additional Compensation:

• Tips

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Flexible schedule
• Parental leave

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Aggressive -- competitive and growth-oriented

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.50 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 45 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• driving: 3 years (Required)
• relevant: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $20