What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver-Part Time position at Riddle Village?
Riddle Village, a lifecare retirement community, is seeking a Part-time Driver to join our team!
About Riddle Village and Our Employees:
Riddle Village is a continuing care retirement community with a long-standing tradition of supporting not only residents but employees as well. We are looking for hardworking, fun-loving, caring individuals to join our team. Riddle Village's culture has a simple philosophy, "Smile and say hello; everything else will follow." Everywhere you turn in the community, you are greeted with a warm smile and a welcoming hello. With over 300 dedicated associates, there is always someone offering a helping hand, a caring ear to listen to, or just a friendly smile to let you know that we are all part of the team, and together, we will continue to make Riddle Village the best community possible. If you are enthusiastic about working with the elderly and want to be part of an incredible team and pleasant work environment, then Riddle Village may be the place for you!
About the Driver Position:
The Driver is responsible for providing safe and timely transportation to residents, guests, and designated visitors. This entails driving facility vehicles to local restaurants, shopping centers, physician offices and other various locations, as well as, special activities and events, as scheduled and assigned. The Driver shall maintain vehicle logs, purchase gas, and ensure preventative maintenance and inspection schedules are kept current on all facility vehicles. It will be necessary for the Driver to perform minor vehicular maintenance as needed and assure the interior and exterior of the vehicles are kept clean and presentable at all times. This can include washing vehicles. The Driver may be asked to provide general assistance to the Concierge desk and to perform other related or non-related duties as assigned by authorized personnel or as may be required to meet emergency or other specific situations. The Driver will work in well-maintained, clean and modern vehicles and may also work in well-lighted, well-ventilated building. The Driver may work in the daytime and nighttime hours, and in varied weather conditions. The Driver will be subject to walking, climbing, kneeling, and lifting. He/she may also come in contact with chemicals associated with the maintenance and cleaning of vehicles.
Job Requirements:
• Must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Must possess a current Commercial Drivers License as currently required by the State of Pennsylvania
• Must have a verifiable safe driving record
• Must have a thorough knowledge of the metropolitan and surrounding area
• Must have a genuine interest in geriatric care and believe in and uphold the philosophy of the facility.
• Must present a well-groomed appearance and demonstrate a courteous, friendly, patient and congenial manner at all times.
• Previous transportation experience is preferred.
• Must be able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently.
• Must have excellent customer service skills