Professional Driver of Wheelchair Pass.

Professional Driver or 2-Driver Team of Wheelchair Passengers - Full Time and Part Time Opportunities

Douglas County | Full & Part Time

Sunshine Rides is a specialized, technology-driven passenger transportation company serving Colorado for over 30 years. At Sunshine Rides, our passengers ride with respect and our Professional Drivers enjoy first class vehicles, technology and teamwork. We foster a supportive and respectful work culture that values the contributions of every team member.

Being a Sunshine Rides Professional Driver

As a Professional Driver with Sunshine Rides, you will provide safe, reliable and compassionate transportation to individuals who need assistance traveling for healthcare, work, pleasure and more. You will be responsible for ensuring passengers' comfort and safety and providing an enjoyable and professional passenger experience. You will play a critical role in providing essential services to our community. We are looking for individuals who share our commitment to respect, care and customer satisfaction.

Professional Driver- Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle position adds the loading, unloading and special care for riders in wheelchairs. Sunshine's wheelchair-accessible vehicles include minivans with an easy-to-use low rear ramp and commercial lift-equipped vans, making loading and unloading safe and easy. Professional Drivers must take additional care to drive smoothly for these passengers.

Responsibilities

• Performing rides that are shown on a company tablet
• Ensuring passenger and vehicle safety
• Providing superb customer service, including opening doors, assisting passengers in and out of the vehicle, loading belongings, accompanying passenger to door if needed
• Proudly representing the company to the public
• Inspecting vehicle at the beginning of every shift
• Cleaning the vehicle at the end of every shift
• Immediately reporting any incidents or accidents

Qualifications

• A love of customer service
• Safe, professional driving skills with good driving record
• 25 years of age
• 3 years driving experience
• Valid Colorado driver license
• Ability to pass a drug test
• No major driving violations last 5 years
• No major criminal offenses

Work Schedules

Three Twelves: Work three (3) 12-hour shifts plus one (1) 6-hour shift each week, giving you three days off. Drivers on this schedule share a vehicle with a partner working complementary days.

Four-Tens: Work four (4) 10-hour shifts per week. You'll be paired with a part-time driver who works three (3) 10-hour shifts, sharing a vehicle to maximize efficiency.

Five-Eights: Work five (5) 8-hour shifts, typically Monday through Friday, allowing for a traditional weekend off. Drivers on this schedule share a vehicle with a partner working complementary days.

Part-Time Options: Flexible part-time schedules are available, typically consisting of two (2) or three (3) 10-hour shifts per week. Evening and weekend opportunities are available.

Compensation

$41,600 to $52,000

Pay includes base and bonuses for safety, service and professionalism

Paid Sick and Vacation Time Off- accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked up to 48 hours, can use up to 48 hours per calendar year.

Paid Vacation Time Off- after 1 year of service, accrued at .01917 hours per hour worked up to 40 hours, can use all hours in a calendar year.

Extra Compensation

Earn cash rewards for earning positive passenger ratings

Earn cash for referring new drivers

Opportunity for overtime

Share of company profits 3% of your gross pay after one year

Company contributes up to 4% matching to your 401k

Retirement Savings

Retirement savings plan (401k) after one year

Quality of Work Life

Driver Teams

Driver Scoreboards

Driver Services

Driver Tablets

Driver Safety (training, coaching, in-vehicle video)

Opportunities for advancement

Quality of Life

LifeCare Employee Assistance Program (counseling, legal and financial support, education)

LifeMart Employee Discount Program (fitness, travel, tickets, apparel, dining, pet care and more)

Health Benefits for Full Time Employees

Worker Compensation Insurance for injuries while working from day 1

Healthcare clinic program where made available

Health Insurance for employee and family, company pays 50% of employee's individual premium after 90 days

Dental Insurance for employee and family, paid by employee after 90 days

Vision Insurance for employee and family, paid by employee after 90 days