Purpose:

Responsible for driving the facility vehicle as directed by the Administrator, Program Director, Receptionist or other person of the management team.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements: Must be at least 25 years of age. Relevant work experience (2 plus years preferred). Must be able to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors and general public. Must have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly. Must have basic reporting and organizational skills, including good verbal and written skills. Must be capable of maintaining attendance and be punctual. Must meet all health requirements, if required by state regulations. Current state driver’s license in good standing. A current CDL may be required depending on state regulations and size of bus. Must provide an Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) in good standing. Essential Functions: Work closely with Administrator, Program Director, Receptionist, Health Services Director and other department heads to drive elderly residents on outings or appointments as designated. Obeys all state driving laws and requirements. Assists with loading and unloading of residents, staff and their belongings. Ensures residents and staff and safely secured in all seats. Provide routine maintenance and cleaning of facility bus and/or cars such as washing the vehicle, cleaning the interior, changing of wiper blades, adding washer fluid, and checking the oil. Schedule appointments for repairs and maintenance as needed and notifying the facility if the bus/car will be out of operation. Be extremely familiar with life safety and all operational systems of the facility vehicle. The facility vehicle must be mechanically sound, safe, and well maintained. Interiors must be kept neat, and clean. Other duties as assigned.