Van Driver

About the role

We are seeking Full Time, Part Time (30+/21+ hours per week) & Per Diem Van Drivers to transport our clients for our Adult Day Health program in our Fall River location. The hourly rate range is $18 - $19 and the position is Monday through Friday split shift, 6:30 - 10:00 a.m. and 1:30 - 5:00 p.m.

Job Responsibilities

• Transport program participants according to established safety rules and road regulations, set by D.O.T.Secure and maintain all required safety equipment in the vehicle.
• Follow the Vehicle Maintenance Protocol and keep the Transportation Coordinator informed of all service needs.
• Report any problems or maintenance concerns to the Transportation Coordinator.
• Keep exterior and interior of vans clean and free of potentially hazardous materials.
• Assist at sites as needed.
• Maintain CPR and First Aid certification.
• Ensure that all passengers have secured seat belts at all times.
• Ensure wheelchairs are secure with tie downs at all times according to DOT regulations.
• Maintain a daily transportation log.
• Complete a Daily Pre and Post Trip Inspection Form.
• Will drive para van as needed to ensure transportation needs are met.
• Ensure that the Daily Passenger Log is complete, signed and turned into the Site.

Requirements

• Experience with either elders or the disabled (ADH).
• Maintain a valid drivers license with good driving record/proven record of vehicle safety.
• Possess the ability to safely push, pull, load, and unload participants requiring wheelchairs.
• Possess the ability to work with others as part of a team and communicate effectively.
• Successfully pass a preemployment drug test in addition to being enrolled in a drug consortium for random testing.
• Complete and maintain CPR and First Aid certified.
• Experience driving commercial vehicles preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to successfully complete a MA State CORI check, CPS check and company paid, pre-employment physical, drug testing and be enrolled in our drug and alcohol testing consortium.

Skills

• CPR and First Aid certified.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance.
• 403b pension plan.
• Flexible spending account.
• Three weeks paid vacation.
• Twelve paid holidays.
• Generous earned sick time.

Pay

The hourly rate range is $18 - $19.

Schedule

The position is Monday through Friday split shift, 6:30 - 10:00 a.m. and 1:30 - 5:00 p.m.