Transporter

Essential Duties

• Transport residents to treatment area, dining, or other areas using wheelchairs.
• Lift or assist others to lift residents to move them to and from wheelchair.
• Lead recreational activities such as arts, crafts, and games as needed.
• Accompany residents to Village sponsored activities and assist with participation and ensure safety of resident.
• Operate vehicles with specialized equipment, such as wheelchair lifts to transport and secure passengers with special needs.
• Drive multi-passenger vehicles to transport residents between Village and destination such as appointments, shopping areas, Village sponsored activities.
• Communicate with Village by radio, telephone, or computer to exchange information and receive requests for passenger service.
• Pick up or meet residents according to requests, appointments, or schedules.
• Assist residents on and off bus, ensure they are seated properly, and help carry baggage.
• Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations, using telephones or mobile two-way radios.
• Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner.
• Check the condition of a vehicle's tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working order.
• Vacuum and clean interiors, and wash and polish exteriors of vehicles.
• Report any bus malfunctions or needed repairs.
• Record information on trip sheets, along with trip information such as time and place of pickup and drop-off.
• Prepare and submit reports that may include the number of passengers or trips, hours worked, mileage, and fuel consumption.

Skills & Abilities

• Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
• Experience: No prior experience necessary. Experience working with senior population and or persons with walkers/wheelchairs preferred.
• Computer Skills: Must able to work a computer
• Certificates & Licenses: Must have a current Michigan Chauffeurs License/CDL

Other Requirements

• Must be insurable by Village’s insurance carrier.