Transport Driver

$17.40 - $26.10 / hour

Transport Driver Rate Range : $17.40 - $26.10 / hour (Earn more with experience) 

EARN 16% more with our Pay in Lieu of Benefits Program. Apply today to learn more.

NEW, Gas Allowance Benefit for Full and Part-time positions!

 

Elderwood at Burlington has exciting changes taking place in the form of NEW LEADERSHIP. We understand it starts at the top. Our valued staff and residents deserve leadership that will provide passion, consistency, trust and vision. 

 

 

Elderwood at Burlington Benefits:

• Gas Allowance Stipend
• ACTIVE Bonus Program for LNAs!
• EARN 16% more with our Pay in Lieu of Benefits Program. Apply today to learn more.
• 8 & 12 Hour shifts across day, evening & overnight opportunities for Full Time, Part Time & Per Diem Statuses.
• Tuition Assistance Program for nursing aspirations
• Ferry Reimbursement
• Robust Employee Referral Bonuses
• 401K Plus EMPLOYER MATCHING 
• Free Uniforms
• Full suite of health benefits

 

As we work to build our team - we are seeking a dependable and friendly Transportation Driver to make a difference in the lives of our residents.  This is a Full-time Opportunity!

 

Transportation Driver Position Overview:

• Transportation Driver team members assist with ensuring the health and well-being of our residents by being responsible for safely transporting and transferring incoming admissions via our ElderWood Senior Care vehicle from hospitals to any of the ElderWood Senior Care facilities or non-affiliated facilities. In addition, safely transporting medically stable residents/patients via our ElderWood Senior Care vehicle between medical facilities and loading transit disabled, or wheelchair bound passengers in and out of the vehicle.

 

Put the CARE back in CAREER - Join our team today!

401K Retirement Plan with Company Match, Employee of the Month recognition, Enjoy a fun and diverse work environment, Ferry Reimbursement, Free Hot and Iced Coffee, Free On-Site Parking, Generous PTO & holiday package, Life Insurance, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Point-earning employee reward program: redeem for prizes!

Transport Driver Responsibilties:

• Drive responsibly and safely in order to ensure passenger safety and minimize damage or excessive wear and tear on facility vehicle; convey any mechanical problems identified with facility vehicle to the Transportation Services Coordinator as soon as possible.

• Ensure vehicle is in safe operating condition (e.g. fuel, wash, tires, and inspection); notify Transportation Services Coordinator when vehicle needs service.

• Comply at all times with the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Laws, NYS regulations contained in Article 19A, and Woodmark Transportation Manual.

• Ensure passengers are safely assisted and secured in the vehicle before departing for destination.

• Ensure safe transport of resident, personal belongings, and medical equipment to destination, as requested by resident.

• Notify family member or contact of new resident transfer.

• Notify the pick up and destination location of the time of arrival.

Base wages increase with experience!

USD $17.40/Hr.

USD $26.10/Hr.

Transport Driver Qualifications:

• Twenty One (21) years of age required; high school diploma or equivalency preferred.

• Minimum two (2) years experience in a driving related position.

• Knowledge of local roadways and directions, which encompass driving routes.

• Knowledge of fleet vehicles and all handicap equipment including operational and safety procedures.

• Understanding of the rights and needs of transit disabled passengers.

 

Elderwood expects all current and new employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination. Employees may request a medical exemption from vaccination.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.