What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Supervisor position at Brookdale Senior Living?
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Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Associate assistance program
- Employee discounts
- Referral program
- Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
- Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance
Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility
- Paid Time Off
- Paid holidays
- Company provided life insurance
- Adoption benefit
- Disability (short and long term)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account
- Optional life and dependent life insurance
- Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.
Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.
The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.
Supervises the department staff and ensures the safe transportation of residents to and from activities and destinations. Works with the Activities staff and/or Executive Director to organize transportation for off-site activities and outings.
- Oversees, supervises and directs the activities of the transportation staff at the community. Enforces safety regulations and bus safety, correcting deficiencies as needed.
- May be required to drive daily and weekly route schedules to transport residents to shopping, entertainment, worship, medical offices, and specially scheduled events as needed.
- Carries belongings, opens doors, and cautions residents on steps and other objects in their path. Opens/closes and loads/unlocks walkers and wheelchairs. Assists residents in and out of the vehicle utilizing the wheelchair lift and/or stairs, if needed.
- Conducts daily checks of bus operation including fuel, oil, wipers, fluids, interior and exterior lights, etc. Notifies manager of concerns and needs. Drives bus to service center to obtain needed repairs and services. Maintains records and logs of internal and external service.
- Ensures the interior and exterior of the buss is cleaned.
- Responds appropriately and in a safe manner in the event of unforeseen operational malfunctions. Follows emergency procedures and ensures the protection of passengers. Ensures requirements relating to emergency exit doors, eating, drinking and smoking in or near vehicle are followed at all times.
- Interacts with residents in a friendly manner providing meaningful attention and communicating concerns of resident’s health to management as appropriate.
- Hires, trains, disciplines, conducts performance evaluations and terminates staff in accordance with company policy.
- Responds appropriately to resident emergencies by calling or contacting appropriate internal and external parties according to established protocol. May also assist with disaster management efforts and activities during evacuations, (i.e. fires, hurricanes, etc.).
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.
Posting Date: 2026-09-08T16:59:07 00:00
Job Schedule: Full time
Locations: 7500 N Calle Sin Envidia Tucson AZ 85718
Hiring Range Minimum and Maximum Per Period: null