What are the responsibilities and job description for the Non Emergency Medical Transport Wheelchair Driver position at Skyline Transport FL?
Company Overview
Skyline Transport is a locally owned and operated transportation provider serving Hillsborough and Pinellas counties. We specialize in wheelchair and stretcher transportation, offering reliable, compassionate, and professional service 24/7. Our drivers are the heart of our mission—to ensure every passenger is treated with dignity and care.
Job Summary
We are hiring experienced and dependable Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) Wheelchair Drivers to join our team in Brandon, FL. You will be responsible for transporting clients to and from medical appointments and essential errands using company-provided Ford Transit vans.
Applicants must reside within 10 miles of Brandon, FL, as drivers are responsible for getting to and from the company vehicle location daily.
Pay
- $120–$130 per day, based on experience
- Paid weekly
Responsibilities
- Safely operate company-provided vans to transport passengers in wheelchairs or stretchers
- Provide professional, courteous, and timely service
- Assist passengers in and out of the vehicle, including lifting over 50 lbs when necessary
- Properly secure all passengers and mobility equipment
- Use GPS, iPad, and dispatch software to navigate and communicate
- Maintain a clean, safe, and operational vehicle
- Follow all traffic laws and company policies
- Maintain clear communication with dispatch and support staff
Qualifications
- Must be at least 25 years old
- Valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean MVR for the past 7 years (No DUIs, DWIs, felonies, or major violations)
- At least 1 year of verifiable NEMT driving experience (Note: CNA, RBT, or CDL experience does not qualify as NEMT driving experience)
- Valid Social Security card
- Must pass a national and county background check and a 10-panel urine drug screening
- Physically able to lift 50 lbs using proper techniques
- Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking)
- Strong knowledge of local traffic routes and laws
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
Schedule
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
- Daily schedules provided the day before
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Flexible scheduling
- Paid training
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
- Opportunity to serve your community and make an impact
Required Certifications (Must be obtained if hired at applicant’s expense):
- PASS Basic Certification
- Wheelchair Securement Training
- CPR & First Aid Certification
- Defensive Driving Certification
- HIPAA Certification
- Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Training
- DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate
- Valid PVDL License
To Apply:
Submit your resume through really. Only applicants who live within 10 miles of Brandon, FL will be considered. Visit www.skylinetransportfl.com to learn more about us.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $120.00 - $130.00 per day
Benefits:
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid training
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental Pay:
- Performance bonus
- Tips
Work Location: In person
Salary : $120 - $130