Resident Bus Driver *CDL required

WE’RE WAITING TO HEAR FROM YOU. COME JOIN OUR FAMILY AND GROW YOUR CAREER WITH US!
Our team is only as strong as each individual contributor – which is why we focus our energy on hiring people who are friendly, hardworking and have a true passion for serving older adults.

After all, residents aren’t guests in our community; we’re working in their home.

Position Title: Resident Bus Driver

Overview: The Resident Bus Driver will assist as needed with resident transportation in scheduled activities. This position reports to the Transportation Supervisor.

Full-Time Openings:

• Monday-Friday: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm with possible weekend rotations

Part-Time Opening:

• Varisous weekdays 5:15 pm - 9:00 pm and every other weekend

Essential Job Functions:

• Transport residents in company vehicle/bus to and from designated destinations around
  campus and off campus
• Ability to drive company vehicles (15 passenger buses and car)
• Adhere to weekly schedule for keeping vehicles clean and maintained; cleaning done by
  driver
• Obey all traffic laws and report any violations to management immediately
• Provide prompt service to adhere to all scheduled events
• Assist residents with carry-on items, embarking and disembarking, and storage of
  walkers and wheelchairs
• Adheres to company policies and procedures
• Attend departmental education and all required in-service training/education
• Maintain confidentiality of resident/family and facility information
• Respond to all fire alarms and assist in the evacuation of residents when needed
• Represent the organization through professional demeanor and attitude
• Provide quality customer service in all interactions with residents, guests and staff
• Report any incident and/or safety concerns to your supervisor immediately

CRITICAL SKILLS/EXPERTISE:

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to operate lifts and ramps on passenger buses
• Ability to operate wheelchair restraints on passenger buses
• Able to drive all company vehicles
• Ability to perform a vehicle inspection before driving
• Ability to work under stress in a calm positive manner
• Able to work well with others, including staff, supervisor, residents, families, volunteers
  and the public

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Physically assist residents in and out of vehicles as determined by physical needs of the
  resident
• Requires prolonged sitting and driving
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds assisting residents with packages, wheelchairs, walkers in and
  out of vehicles
• Ability to safely operate bus mechanical lifts

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Clean and fully functioning vehicles
• Exposure to changing weather conditions

You Have:

• Valid Florida Commercial Driving License: Class “C” or higher and passenger endorsement *CDL required*
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• CPR & first aid certification preferred
• Safe driving record and insurable under the company automobile insurance policy

We Have:

• Career advancement
• Competitive salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life and disability insurance
• Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, 401K plan with matching contributions, and more
• Associate recognition programs, referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement and associate scholarships

• Part-time positions may not be eligible for certain benefits.

Environment: The Village at Gainesville offers a highly professional, engaging, team-centered environment where associates can grow professionally, and have a positive impact on the lives of the seniors that we serve. If you have a passion for serving others and are dedicated to improving the lives of seniors, this is the employment opportunity for you!

Location: While our 104-acre campus has all the amenities of a small town, sometimes it’s nice to explore off campus. Just 10 minutes away, you’ll find shopping, theaters and restaurants. Gainesville is home to the University of Florida, which is one of the largest universities in the United States as well as Santa Fe College, recently ranked #1 community college in the US. Gainesville is highly recognized as a great place to live and work.

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