Driver

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. 

Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Driver/Transporter       

REPORTS TO: Director of Marketing & Communications

DEPARTMENT: Administration

LAST REVISED: 2/2013

PRIMARY DUTY

Provide safe and timely transportation of residents, resident’s family, and staff to and from designated locations following established safety and transportation procedures. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Transports residents, staff, volunteers, and others to scheduled events
• Coordinates transportation services with appropriate staff members
• Assists residents in and out of the vehicle, using proper safety procedures
• Operates mechanical lift as required for wheelchair bound patients
• Complies with traffic regulations to operate vehicle in a safe and courteous manner
• Follows written and verbal geographic directions (such as maps or GPS directions)
• Monitors and reports necessary mechanical maintenance needed to ensure safe operation of vehicle, including reporting of any mechanical problems encountered with vehicles
• Inspects and maintains vehicle supplies and equipment, such as gas, oil, water, tires, lights and brakes, to ensure that vehicles are in proper working condition
• Updates and maintains accurate transportation schedule through Healthcare Professional Reservation System
• Maintains records such as vehicle logs and destinations as required
• Keeps vehicle interior clean; remove trash and sweep as needed
• Reports any issues or problems that may arise to the Administrator
• Complies with state, federal, and all other applicable health care and safety standards
• Assists families and other visitors as needed
• Attends in-services and other required meetings
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned
• Updates and maintains accurate transportation schedule through Healthcare Professional Reservation System

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE an equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.

• High school diploma or equivalent; minimum of 1 year of commercial driving experience preferred
• Must maintain current and valid driver’s license; CDL required for vehicles so designated by the State.

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS of this position are generally as follows:

·        This position does not require supervisory responsibility

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position. 

• Language Ability — Reads and interprets documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Verbal Communication — Talks to others to convey information effectively
• Written Communication — Writes clearly and informatively; able to read and interpret written information
• English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar
• Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles for providing customer and personal services
• Transportation — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by road
• Safety and Security — Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly
• Rate Control — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene
• Operation Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
• Control Precision — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions
• Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures; completes tasks correctly and on time
• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events 
• Attendance/Punctuality – Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time
• Dependability – Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan
• Professionalism – Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions
• Logistical Planning – Maintains accurate scheduling and performs timely transportation to accommodate multiple guest schedules with on-time delivery and pick-up

COMPUTER SKILLS/EQUIPMENT USED TO PERFORM THE JOB which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position.

• Handicap accessible motor vehicles, including wheelchair lifts and emergency exit doors
• Some typing ability required
• Knowledgeable in basic computer operation

WORK ENVIRONMENT environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• The employee is occasionally required to wear protective clothing. 
• The employee may be exposed to bodily fluids and odors, dust or fumes.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to drive a motor vehicle, talk or hear, stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel or crouch, use hands to use hands to grasp, manipulate or feel objects and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color discrimination, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I have read this job description and fully understand the requirements set forth therein. I hereby accept the position of the Driver/Transporter and agree to perform the identified essential functions in a safe manner and in accordance with the established procedures. I understand that as a result of my employment, I may be exposed to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminants, and hazardous chemicals and that the company will provide to me instructions on how to prevent and control such exposures.

I understand that my employment is at-will and thereby understand that my employment can be terminated at-will either by the facility or myself and that such termination can be made with or without notice.

Priority Life Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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