Bus Driver - Homewood At Plum Creek

Job Summary:

As a Bus Driver at Homewood At Plum Creek, you will be responsible for safely transporting our residents to various functions and events. This is a unique opportunity to join a dedicated team of professionals who are committed to providing exceptional care and service to our community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Treat all information about residents, their condition, and family as well as personnel matters as confidential information
• Comply with established Corporate and Departmental policies and procedures, and maintain established standards and practices
• Drive the bus/van vehicle in a safe manner according to facility policy
• Operate all functions of vehicles in a safe manner
• Use communication equipment for any routine or emergency situation
• Promptly report any and all suspected mechanical problems to the appropriate person
• Maintain an accurate and current log (book) for each trip
• Responsible for fueling vehicles after use. In some situations maintenance may be responsible for fueling. If maintenance performs the fueling then drivers will need to report and provide ample notice on a vehicle which is low in fuel
• Perform other functions as directed by the supervisor

Qualifications:

• Co-workers who drive the 23 passenger bus are required to have their CDL license. Included with the CDL is the physical that must be passed and random drug screening per the federal requirements of the CDL
• Able to drive the van/bus in rural or urban areas
• Ability to drive the van/bus in a way that residents feel safe
• Treats the residents with dignity and respect

Physical Requirements:

Assists in the loading and unloading of residents. May sit for several hours. Drives in various types of traffic/weather conditions, bending, lifting and loading small packages up to 50 lbs. several times throughout the shift, able to change tires and sitting for long periods of time.