What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Driver position at Cogir of Sonoma Plaza?
People taking care of people, that's who we are and what we do at Cogir Senior Living!
What to expect...
Cogir Senior Living is hiring a friendly, customer-focused, and attentive Driver for our premier retirement community, Cogir of Sonoma Plaza (Formerly Cogir on Napa Road).
Our Driver will ensure the safe transportation of our residents to and from various destinations, such as appointments or activity group outings, assisting them with safe onboarding as necessary. If you are seeking a highly rewarding career where you can make a difference every day, and you're driven by a passion for serving others, then look no further and apply today!
The position is part-time - three days a week.
What Cogir has to offer you?
- Competitive wages, training, and opportunities to learn new skills and grow.
- An inclusive, positive work environment where everyone has a voice.
- Early access to paycheck (Pay on Demand).
- Heath, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance for qualifying employees.
- 401K Plan with company match.
- Paid Vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program.
- Free meals at work and more!
What will you do as a Driver?
- Provide safe, reliable, courteous, and efficient transportation service for the residents to and from various human service locations, work sites, educational institutions, medical facilities, grocery stores, drug stores, and others.
- Assist residents in and out of the vehicle, utilizing the wheelchair lift/stairs as needed, opening and closing doors, and loading/unloading walkers and wheelchairs.
- Ensure resident safety and satisfaction are priorities, and account for the presence of all residents when leaving or returning to the community.
- Prepare the van/bus for operation and coordinate necessary vehicle maintenance.
- May be responsible for ensuring all vehicle license plates, inspection tags, and insurance cards are current and displayed properly per local and state policy.
- Follow and understand the rules of the road and transportation safety procedures.
- Maintain current driving license per state regulations to perform transportation services.
- Assist in the resident programs as needed, including resident activities and special events.
If you have these qualifications, we'd love to chat:
- A positive team player mentality and passion for serving seniors!
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Experience in operating large vehicles; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
- A valid state driver's license (or a CDL license if applicable per state or local regulations).
- Clean driving record.
- A minimum of one year of driving in transportation services is preferred, ideally in the retirement industry (IL, AL, or MC) or medical field, with a proven track record of focus on customer service.
About COGIR Management USA:
COGIR Management USA, headquartered in Scottsdale, manages over 90 senior living communities across 11 states and continues to grow. Every Cogir community is unique and dynamic, shaped by the residents and led by an empowered on-site executive team. We promote local leadership, so decisions are made on-site, quickly, and in the community's best interests.
We are proud to be a nationwide senior housing leader, providing exceptional quality of care, amenities, and a team culture where our residents and team members thrive. Our residents enjoy a meaningful lifestyle with individualized support that promotes continued independence and quality of life. Our team identity is based on three pillars: Human Focus, Creativity, and Excellence. We offer a unique lifestyle approach to our living situation and are a company committed to continuing to improve.
Apply today and become part of the Cogir Family!