Drive Your Career Forward as a Transportation Driver - PRN
Job Title: Transportation Driver - PRN
Department: Transportation
Reports to: Motor Services Manager
Job Status: PRN / Non-Exempt / Hourly
Manages Others: No
About Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth:
Established in 1858 in Kansas, the Sisters of Charity live their mission in the spirit of their founders, St. Vincent de Paul, Louise de Marillac, and Mother Xavier Ross. The Sisters, as Gospel-centered women, share a tradition of responding to the needs of the time, ministering to the vulnerable and marginalized, and caring for the fragile Earth. They share their mission in partnership and collaboration with those committed to working for peace and justice.
Job Summary:
Join us as a Transportation Driver, where you’ll safely transport passengers, including those with mobility needs, to appointments and other destinations. This role offers hands-on experience in vehicle operation, maintenance, and providing compassionate customer service.
What We are Looking For:
- Must be age 21 or over
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1–2 years driving, chauffeur, shuttle, or related experience preferred
- Knowledge of vehicles, maintenance, and diagnostic analysis
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Familiarity with city and local area roads
- Knowledge of traffic and safety rules
- Must hold a valid, unrestricted driver’s license (not a learner’s permit or provisional / intermediate license)
- Must have an excellent driving record and be fully insurable
Previous experience assisting and transporting individuals who use wheelchairs is a plus
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Hours and Schedule:
- Part-time "PRN" position; up to 10-15 hours per week
- Some evenings and weekends
Schedule is announced and varies weekly
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Essential Duties:
- Performs basic vehicle maintenance and diagnostic analysis.
- Drive a passenger car, handicap ramp van, and a 15-passenger bus.
- Ability to remain calm with passengers and properly operate the vehicle under a variety of road and weather conditions.
- Transports passengers to various locations, choosing the best route, and making predetermined departure and arrival times.
- Assists passengers, and wheelchair-bound residents, in entering and exiting vehicles and buildings, both locally and in the metro area.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, passengers, SCL staff, physician’s office staff and the public.
- Maintains high level of confidentiality especially regarding Sisters’ medical/physical matters.
- Provide focus and attention while driving to prevent accidents, injuries, and damage to vehicles.
- Maintains daily records of passengers, destinations, time and mileage.
- Prepare reports of any driving incidents or hazards.
- Checks and schedules maintenance of, and washing and cleaning, vehicles and garages.
Performs other related tasks as assigned.
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Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1-2 years driving, chauffeur, taxi, bus, shuttle or related experience preferred.
- Knowledge of vehicles, maintenance and diagnostic analysis.
- Ability to communicate effectively with others, both verbally and in writing.
- Knowledge of city and local area roads.
- Knowledge of traffic and safety rules.
- Possess a valid driver’s license with an excellent driving record and be fully insurable.
Previous experience assisting and transporting individuals who use a wheelchair is a plus.
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Physical Requirements:
- Job requires the ability to walk, stand, sit, ride, twist, grasp, pull, bend, stoop, reach, and climb as needed.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds or more.
- Must be able to push objects weighing up to 300 pounds.
Must have sufficient eye-hand-foot coordination to safely assist passengers and operate wheelchair lifts and securement systems.
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Working Environment:
- Work will take place outdoors, in a vehicle, and in office settings.
- Some tasks may involve exposure to fumes, odors, fuels, or other chemicals that could cause irritation or burns.
Work will involve exposure to a wide range of temperatures, including extreme heat in summer and extreme cold in winter.
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This summary outlines the primary responsibilities and qualifications for the role but does not encompass all duties. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed to meet organizational objectives. The Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected category, except as allowed by law for positions where religious affiliation is a bona fide occupational qualification. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, promotions, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
