Entry Level Non-Medical Transportation Driver

Department: Operations • Reporting to: Manager • Classification: Full Time, Part Time

Compensation: $9.25 per hour to start, effective after passing all pre-employment qualifications. Probation period: 90-day orientation.

Summary

Provide the transportation of clients to and from work, Adult Day Training programs, school, and their private residences in a safe, secure, and professional manner.

Requirements

• Comprehend and comply with the Helping Heart LLC Employee Manual.
• Exceed minimum age requirement of 21 years old.
• Possess a valid Florida Driver’s license and provide a current 10-year DMV printout.
• No more than 1 moving violation or 1 “at fault” accident within the past 3 years.
• Pass a mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
• Pass a mandatory Level 2 Background Screening.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Flexible in scheduling; able to work some weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients and clients utilizing company vehicles in a safe and professional manner.
• Effectively communicate with the office regarding schedule progress and to receive instructions.
• Maintain a professional image and attitude toward clients, visitors, and co-workers.
• Complete daily vehicle pre-trip and post-trip inspections and maintain vehicle cleanliness.
• Assist clients and patients as needed to safely complete the transfer.
• Understand instructions in English (both written and spoken).
• Accurately complete activity logs and vehicle reports.
• Understand and operate GPS devices and cell phones.
• Physically able to step up and down steps, safely secure clients for transport, lift up to 50 lbs, and transport wheelchair patients on paved and unpaved surfaces.