What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Driver position at Opportunity Enterprises Inc?
Provide demand/response transportation within Porter County and portions of Lake and LaPorte counties
Responsibilities
1. To transport demand/response clients as needed.
2. To maintain accurate attendance records, DR / Medicaid logs and vehicle paperwork.
3. To be responsible for the safety and welfare of all clients while on the vehicle.
4. To be aware of and observe all safety precautions and legal requirements in driving and maintaining any agency vehicle assigned.
5. To be prepared to handle emergencies that may develop, such as accident, client sickness or seizure, mechanical or tire failure, etc.
6. To maintain a For Hire endorsement legally required for driving FTA funded agency vehicles.
7. To see to the general upkeep and maintenance of the assigned vehicles.
8. Attend all in-service and agency meetings, as required.
In addition to the Specific Responsibilities outlined above, General Responsibilities of
this position may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Communication
The General Responsibilities of this position may include the ability to communicate and interact with the public, co-workers, other departments, supervisors, suppliers, participants and their family members.
2. Physical Tasks
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
1) Without assistance, employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 125 pounds.
2) While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to walk, sit, stand, stoop, bend, squat, push, pull, have full physical dexterity and agility, and eye/hand coordination and be able to handle loading and unloading wheelchairs.
3. General Tasks
1) This position requires the ability to operate a vehicle and a wheelchair lift.
2) Employee must have the ability to read and comprehend safety rules, procedure manuals and operating and maintenance instructions.
3) Employee must have the ability to write routine reports.
4) Employee must have the ability to calculate and count.
5) Employee must have the ability to comprehend, retain and follow oral
and written instructions, exercise good judgment, set priorities, listen, problem solve and make decisions.
6) Employee must be able to work without supervision.
4. The Transportation Driver shall assume other responsibilities as requested by The Transportation Director.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each of the Specific and General Responsibilities satisfactorily. Additionally, the requirements listed below are representative of the education and/or experience required to perform this job:
1. Required Licenses, Certificates, Degrees and/or experience
1) Must possess a valid Driver’s License with a For Hire Endorsement.
2) Must have high school diploma/GED.
3) Must have driving record acceptable to Opportunity Enterprises, Inc. Insurance carrier.
4) Must be 18 years or older.
5) Must pass pre-screening requirements (i.e. Drug screening, TB Test, and Background check)
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are generally representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly:
- Work at indoor and outdoor work sites
- Continuous mobility
- Have changes in work schedules
2. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally:
- May have exposure to aggressive behavior
- May have exposure to chemicals or infectious substances
- May have exposure to stressful situations
- Have continuous mobility
- May be required to perform repetitive work
3. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate (normal) to high.
Benefits to all Employees:
• Accrued Time Off• Partial Holiday Pay
- Partial Paid Birthday off!
Employee discounts (Verizon phone plans & YMCA membership)
- Employee referral program
- Pay On Demand Option (UKG Wallet)
• FSA accounts• Paid Mileage
- Employee recognition events
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Extensive training
- Flexible Hours
- CPR/First Aid training
Additional Benefits to Full-Time Employees:
- 401K w/ 5% company matching
- 8 paid holidays
- Paid day off on Birthday!
• PTO• Pay On Demand Option (UKG Wallet)
- HSA Accounts
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Casual Fridays
- Supplemental Insurance (short term disability, cancer plans, life insurance and more)
About Opportunity Enterprises
Founded in 1967, we are a nonprofit organization that strives to help individuals with developmental disabilities reach their greatest potential and live full, enriching lives. Our vision is to create a fully integrated community where life for persons with developmental disabilities is valuable, purposeful, and fulfilling. We believe it is possible to make a positive difference in the lives of the individuals we serve by accepting people as they are and supporting them in achieving their fullest growth and development. We know that well-trained and motivated staff is at the core of helping us achieve our vision. Our employees work hard to ensure that our clients are heard and given the resources they need to be self-sufficient. To show our appreciation, we strive to provide a positive work environment that encourages innovation and change to help our employees continuously learn and grow.
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