Job Details

Job Details

Job Location
Abilene, TX

Position Type
Part Time

Job Shift
Any

Description

The Driver safely transports residents to and from the facility using company vehicles and will help anyone in need of assistance when entering or exiting the vehicle or with any baggage. He or she is responsible for the general maintenance and cleanliness of the vehicles, reporting any defects or items of concern to the appropriate supervisor. Most importantly and without exception, he or she operates within the legal speed limits and in a safe fashion at all times.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Adheres to and conveys a philosophy that supports the dignity, privacy, independence, choice, and individuality of residents.
• Transports residents to and from the community in assigned vehicles
• Helps residents to safely enter and exit company vehicles using any appropriate adaptive equipment such as walkers, wheelchairs, or lifts
• Complies with and enforces all safety policies and procedures
• Maintains cleanliness of vehicles and performs routine maintenance tasks
• Maintains and repairs walls, furniture, cabinets, windows, and door/locks
• Stocks maintenance supplies for work areas
• Obeys posted speed limits at all times and all other rules of the road
• Completes any reports or logs
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Physical Requirements:

• Unrestricted driver's license and clean driving record
• Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress
• Strong organization skills, able to multi-task, and can manage time to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Able to drive both automatic and standard-transmission vehicles
• Basic mechanical skills to perform minor vehicle maintenance
• Neat, clean, and professional appearance
• Highly professional and dependable
• Safety and customer service oriented
• Upbeat personality with a warm and friendly demeanor
• Must be able to regularly lift 50 pounds, to occasionally lift more than 50 pounds, and to spend long periods of time walking/standing
• Able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as needed
• Must be able to physically perform the duties of the job

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Must be between ages of 25-70 for insurances purposes
• Two years of relevant experience required

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions required of a person in this position. I have read the above job description, understand the conditions set forth therein, and will perform these duties to the best of my ability.