Job Summary:
The Van Driver will represent Buena Vida Estates in a positive manner. You will transport residents to their destinations in a timely and safe manner. You need strong driving skills, experience driving a large 14 passenger vehicle, open availability, a clean driving record, and a valid driver’s license. In addition to driving skills, you also need strong communication and customer service skills. Interacting with residents is a major part of our service.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operates the assigned vehicle according to all motor vehicle laws.
- Provides transportation services to residents while conforming to approved policies.
- Ensure that our residents are given fair and equitable treatment.
- Practices defensive driving techniques. Maintains established routes and time
- schedules. Note: Safety is the top priority even if delays disrupt the van schedule.
- Performs pre-trip, inspections, and first aid supplies.
- Coordinates preventive maintenance with the Lifestyle Director.
- Maintain fuel level at ½ tank. Keeps interior of van clean and sanitized.
- Interact with residents, staff, and public professionally at all times.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Director.
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with everyone.
- Clock in no earlier than a half hour before departure time, to prep and inspect van.
- An ability to handle emergency situations swiftly and calmly.
- Complies with HIPAA Privacy Act by protecting confidential resident information.
- Must be able to assist passengers with physical needs as required, including their entry and exit from the vans.
- Valid Florida Driver’s License with a good driving record. Must qualify as a safe driver with Enterprise.
- Must complete all assigned Paylocity training on a timely manner.
- CPR / First Aid Certification required.
- Enterprise will frequently Drug Test
- High school diploma or GED required
Physical Requirements:
- Will be indoors and outdoors frequently in a variety of weather conditions.
- The physical ability to sit for long periods of time.
- The physical ability to climb, balance, bend/stoop, and kneel continuously.
- Must be able to work in different types of weather conditions.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
