What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver position at Platinum Communities?
Description
The Driver provides the residents transportation with the highest level of care to scheduled events in the surrounding community.
The Driver provides the residents transportation with the highest level of care to scheduled events in the surrounding community.
- 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 residents.
- Complies with traffic regulations to operate vehicle in a safe and courteous manner.
- Follows written and verbal protocol before leaving community with residents.
- Monitors and reports necessary mechanical maintenance of vehicle.
- Inspects and maintains vehicle supplies and equipment.
- Maintain vehicle logs as required.
- Attend mandatory staff meetings and ongoing in-service opportunities. Annual requirements for continuing education must be met.
- Read, understand, and follow all policies and procedures.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Valid Driver's License in keeping with our company Fleet Policy.
- Experience working as a driver is preferred.
- Ability to read, speak and write in English.
- Must have or be willing to obtain CBRF/RCAC certifications as needed.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize.
- Excellent communication skills.