Driver

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Program Director,

The Driver is responsible for transporting clients & employees to work locations, appointments, etc. The Van Driver is also responsible for drop off and pick up.

Pre-employment/referral requirements

The offer is contingent upon you completing the Pre-employment/referral requirements:

• Adult Abuse Registry Check
• FBI Criminal Background Check (BCC)
• Drug Test
• Testing for tuberculosis at the time of hire, and that the agency follows CDC recommendations for annual/periodic testing of its personnel who have contact with the agency’s consumers.
• All new personnel workers, shall be required to have a DOT physical examination before OPERATING A PASSENGER SHUTTLE VAN VEHICLE
• The physical exam must have been completed within three (3) months before employment/referral, and a copy of the physical examination shall be maintained in the individual’s file.

Job Functions:

• Follow all traffic laws
• Drive defensively to ensure safety
• Keep all windows in the car spotless
• Keep the interior of the car spotless
• Make sure there is always enough gas to get to the destination
• Ensure that automobile maintenance is taken care of
• Accurately follow the correct route
• Adheres to Always Best Care’s Policies & Procedures
• Promotes quality services to internal and external customers
• Maintain vehicle tracking logs on daily basis.
• Operates van in a safe manner, abiding by all federal, state, local and company regulations.
• Promptly reports emergencies, accidents, injuries, missing articles, damage, engineering items and safety hazards to management. Reports any deviations from policies, procedures, brand standards and regulations to management.
• Program director on safety and route improvements, reports accidents and hazards as necessary.
• Performs daily inspection of vehicles and records results on a daily checklist to include checking and verifying cleanliness, maintenance and safety features of vehicle.
• Conducts pre-trip vehicle inspections, performs vehicle walk through and walk arounds before and after each trip.
• Implement safety procedures with their Program Director
• Maintain van logs and all other required paperwork related to the use of club vehicles.

Job Requirement

• 25 years of age or older. High school graduate or GED
• The ability to occasionally lift 40-60 lbs., carry supplies weighing up to fifteen pounds (15), push and pull when administering care, in addition to twisting and turning
• Ability to navigate to service areas and GPS devices
• Ability to operate a vehicle for up to 8 hours
• Professional, articulate, and able to work independently
• Must be flexible, work weekends, holidays, and evenings
• Ability to manage and meet deadlines
• Willing to travel or within the-state Metropolitan area
• Must have a working cell phone
• Punctual attendance at work and the client’s residence
• Maintain and provide a valid state driver’s license
• Maintain and provide current Vehicle Registration & Auto Insurance
• Driving record must have fewer than 0-2 points
• Traveling is required – WE PROVIDE VEHICLE

** This is a equal opportunity for Contractor and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, natural origin, qualified disability or veteran status, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, sex, or any other legally protected category. **