Van Driver

JOB SUMMARY:

To drive the van bus to functions as requested for resident functions.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Treats all information about residents, their condition, and family as well as personnel matters as confidential information.
2. Complies with established Corporate and Departmental policies and procedures, and maintains established standards and practices.
3. Drives  the bus/van vehicle in a safe manner according to facility policy.
4. Operates all functions of vehicles in a safe manner.
5. Uses communication equipment for any routine or emergency situation.
6. Promptly reports any and all suspected mechanical problems to the appropriate person.
7. Maintains an accurate and current log (book) for each trip.
8. Responsible for fueling vehicles after use. In some situations maintenance may be responsible for fueling. If maintenance performs the fueling then drivers will need to report and provide ample notice on a vehicle which is low in fuel.
9. Performs other functions as directed by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1.  Co-workers who drive the 23 passenger bus are required to have their CDL license.  Included with the CDL is the physical that must be passed and random drug screening per the federal requirements of the CDL.
2. Able to drive the van/bus in rural or urban areas.
3. Ability to drive the van/bus in a way that residents feel safe.
4. Treats the residents with dignity and respect.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Assists in the loading and unloading of residents. May sit for several hours. Drives in various types of traffic/weather conditions, bending, lifting and loading small packages up to 50 lbs. several times throughout the shift, able to change tires and sitting for long periods of time.