Transportation Driver

Job Summary

The Transportation Driver plays a vital role in supporting the independence, safety, and well-being of the individuals we serve at Home of Guiding Hands. In this role, you will safely transport clients to and from program sites, medical appointments, community activities, and other destinations, helping ensure each trip is comfortable, reliable, and respectful. Beyond driving, you’ll provide thoughtful assistance to passengers during entry and exit from the vehicle as needed, offering patience, professionalism, and care every step of the way. This position is ideal for someone who values safety, service, and making a meaningful difference in the daily lives of others.

What You'll Be Doing: Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities

Vehicle Safety and Maintenance

• Completes daily vehicle pre-check inspection, ensuring the vehicle is in safe mechanical condition and required safety equipment, such as first aid kits and fire extinguishers, are available and working, completing documentation as required.

• Fuels vehicle when necessary.

• Maintains a clean vehicle.

• Has a working knowledge of the rules and regulations involved in the safe and efficient operation of automotive equipment.

Passenger Safety and Assistance

• Exercises particular caution when passengers are getting on or off the vehicle.

• Assists passengers in securing wheelchairs and other mobility devices as trained.

• Administers first aid to passengers if needed.

• Reports to Transportation Manager any observations that would affect passengers’ safety or health.

Route Management and Communication

• Knowledgeable about daily route assignments.

• Drives program vehicles on assigned routes to transport passengers as trained and expected.

• Meets route schedules and timelines.

• Ensures that client care providers, parents, or adult day program staff – and your supervisor – are contacted if passenger(s) will be picked up or dropped off 10 or more minutes later than indicated on route timelines.

Documentation and Additional Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate documentation.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring to the Role: Knowledge, Skills, and Education 

Education and Certification

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; or any combination of education, training, and experience demonstrating the ability to perform the duties of the position and safe vehicle operation.

• Current, valid California Class A or B driver’s license with Passenger Endorsement at the time of appointment and maintained at all times thereafter.

• Current VDDP Certificate required within 90 days of employment.

• Medical Card-DL51.

• Current CPR and First Aid Certification required within 90 days of employment.

Experience and Compliance

• Previous experience providing services to persons with developmental, learning, or physical disabilities preferred, but not required.

• Drivers are subject to random drug screening as required to comply with CHP and DOT requirements.

• All drivers are enrolled in the DMV Pull Program.

Technical and Operational Skills

• Drive 10 passenger bus and other automotive vehicles.

• Ability to operate mechanical lifts, wheelchairs, and adaptive equipment.

• Ability to operate telephone, cell phone, push-to-talk units, two-way radios, and GPS.

Professional and Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities.

• Ability to maintain organization in a changing environment.

• Exhibits initiative, responsibility, flexibility, and leadership.

• Ability to maintain a flexible attitude and approach toward assignments and successfully operate under ambiguous guidelines.

Our Culture and Values: 

Innovation – We encourage creativity and innovation because we believe that by striving for more efficient and effective ways of doing things, we can achieve exceptional results. Our drive for success is shared by all.  Our organization focuses on solutions and refuses to maintain the status quo. We challenge our team to be ahead of industry trends as we strive to lead and not follow.

Collaboration – We believe that working together collaboratively is the foundation of a culture that values teamwork, communication, and cooperation. This belief is central to every part of our business, both internally and externally, and strengthens our community.

Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions and for delivering on our commitments. We believe that by being transparent and accountable, we build trust and maintain the respect of our stakeholders.

Respect – We treat everyone with respect and dignity. We value inclusivity and believe that by upholding a culture of respect, we can foster a positive and supportive work environment. We treat others as we would want to be treated.

Empathy – We value empathy and understanding in all our interactions. We seek to understand the perspectives and needs of our colleagues, clients, and stakeholders to meet them with kindness and compassion.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, sit, reach, carry, lift, bend, twist, stoop and kneel.  The employee is required to assist with lifting, moving, and transferring residents to and from vehicles and wheelchairs as necessary.  The employee may frequently move to interact with fellow employees and/or clients. Additionally, the individual may be required to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds. The work involves a significant amount of locomotion including the operation of agency vehicles (6-20 passenger buses) on various types of roads including freeways and in-town.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Home of Guiding Hands is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

About HGH

Home of Guiding Hands is a non-profit organization that was established in 1967 by a small group of dedicated and ambitious community members. The Mission of HGH is "to improve the lives of those we serve". We support children and adults in San Diego and Imperial Counties with intellectual and developmental disabilities, such as Down syndrome, epilepsy, autism, and cerebral palsy. We provide a full continuum of care including residential care in specialized group homes, independent living support, respite care, and adult foster home services.  Additionally, we provide early childhood assessments and services, tailored day support, Life Planning workshops, county-wide transportation services, and on-site activities at our resource center.

To see all our available career opportunities please visit: https://www.guidinghands.org/careers/

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