Driver

At The Summit of Lakewood Ranch, we are dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents through compassionate care and unwavering support. We are seeking individuals who share our commitment to creating exceptional living experiences and who are eager to contribute to a supportive, family-like atmosphere. When you join The Summit of Lakewood Ranch, you become an integral part of a team that values making a positive difference every single day. If you are driven by empathy and excellence, we invite you to bring your talents to our welcoming community.

Full-time benefits include:

• PTO (Paid Time Off) and Holiday Pay : Take advantage of paid time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Daily pay : Get paid daily, providing you with financial flexibility and control over your earnings.
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401K with employer match : Plan for your financial future with our 401k program.
• Life Insurance : Company paid life insurance
• Short and long-term disability : Financial security while you recover from an injury that puts you out of work
• Referral Bonuses : Refer qualified candidates and earn rewards
• Tuition Reimbursement : Invest in your education with our support
• Employee Assistance Program : Connecting our employees with resources for handling personal challenges

Summary of Duties of the Driver

The Driver is responsible for maintaining the van and chauffeuring the residents to various activities and events in safe manner. The Driver may be responsible for establishing and monitoring weekly/daily transportation schedule as requested by supervisor. The Driver assists the Maintenance and/or Housekeeping Department with light maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, sweeping, mopping, cleaning, and emptying trash. The Driver may also assist the Life Enrichment Department with supporting resident activities and functions.

Essential Functions of the Driver

• Chauffeur the residents in the company vehicle as scheduled.
• Ensure resident safety when entering and exiting the vehicle.
• Ensure safety rules are followed when vehicle is in motion.
• Understand the mechanical lift requirements and limitations and follow procedures accordingly.
• Report any safety concerns to supervisor immediately.
• Report any resident health or safety concerns to supervisor immediately.
• Pick up and delivery errands as requested by supervisor.
• Keep the company vehicle clean and in proper running order.
• Report to the supervisor when not driving the company vehicle for additional duties.

Non-Essential Functions of the Driver

• Supports and participates in the resident centered activity programs.
• Participates in projects or committees as assigned.
• Attends all associate meetings including in-service education and associate functions as requested by supervisor.
• Assists in variety of tasks involving residents as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience

• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED at a minimum.
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Completion of drug testing and criminal record background check upon hire and upon request of supervisor.
• Must have a valid drivers' license sufficient to drive the company vehicle.
• Must have valid CDL license if required.
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance.
• Basic mechanical skills.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Physical requirements include: bending, standing, lifting, stooping, sitting, carrying, stretching, and walking; Must have manual dexterity to operate a vehicle safely.
• Must have the interpersonal skills to work with various levels of people, associates, and residents.
• Be free of communicable disease.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak in English.
• Ability to follow directions.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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