Transportation Driver

Description Dues-paying membership in Service Employees International Union Local 73 is a condition of employment. Compensation: $22.28 per hour Essential Duties and Responsibilities Drives CJE vehicles to safely transport clients and other designated passengers to and from designated destinations observing all state traffic laws and Agency rules and regulations in accordance with pre-arranged schedule. Properly and safely operates all vehicle equipment including, but not limited to, lift, fire extinguisher, and emergency equipment. Must be physically able to safely operate a vehicle under varied environmental conditions (such as daylight/evening hours, wet/slippery/iced streets, windy) at all times ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the passengers. Must be able to properly secure passengers, including those passengers with assistive devices such as various wheelchair restraints. Must be able to lift and transport box(es) of equipment (such as safety restraints) and other packages and/or materials. Must be able to assist all passengers on/off the vehicle and transfer client's shopping bags on/off vehicles. Must have physical ability, coordination, and mobility to safely and efficiently accompany and assist passengers with various capabilities at all times ensuring the safety and well-being of the passenger. Must be able to safely and properly secure all clients within the vehicle for transport. Must be able to communicate with, understand, and respond to client population and office staff. Must be conversant and aware of the special needs of the client/passenger in order to ensure that clients/passengers feel safe, secure, and comfortable and are treated with consideration, warmth, personal attention and exemplary customer service. Maintains accurate and current records including but not limited to daily schedules, daily/monthly mileage, vehicle inspections forms, client sign-in sheets and incident/accident reports. Must be able to execute written documents on prescribed forms and in accordance with Agency/State regulations. Conveys to Management relevant information about clients and passengers. Attends department meetings and participates in the transportation process. Attends additional meetings as assigned by Management. Must have ability to communicate using telephone, including instances when assistance may not be available. Maintains and wears uniform in compliance with company policy. Maintains vehicles in clean, orderly, safe condition and reports to management in a timely manner any change in vehicle status and/or need for mechanical repair, within established guidelines. Must be able to properly identify, understand, and safely utilize cleaning supplies and equipment for purposes of sweeping, wiping interior surfaces, sanitizing, and picking up and disposing of litter on vehicles. Transports agency staff on agency business. Education and/or Experience High School Diploma or GED. Paratransit experience preferred but not required. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have a valid State of Illinois driver's license. Must meet the requirements of the Agency's Driver Evaluation Policy as certified by the Secretary of State's Office (MVR check). Must maintain appropriate driving record during employment as defined by the Agency's Driver Evaluation Policy. Must meet all approval requirements of the agency responsible for insuring CJE vehicles. Must comply with Department of Transportation requirements for physical examination upon hire. Pursuant to state requirement, may be required to furnish a record of a physical examination within six (6) months prior to assignment on the job with recertification if a communicable disease has been contracted after the initial examination. Must comply with CJE policies, rules, procedures, and regulations issued by the Federal Highway Administration regarding drug and alcohol testing. Knowledge of service area preferred. Physical Conditions The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Must be able to lift and transport box(es) of equipment (such as safety restraints) weighing up to 20 lbs. and other packages and/or materials including assistive devices weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires unaided lifting and transferring, exerting force up to 30 lbs. frequently and up to 40 lbs. occasionally. Must have physical coordination, dexterity & flexibility. Requires sitting for long periods of time. Must be able to consistently and effectively perform multiple tasks simultaneously at and/or above minimum acceptable performance standards under stressful situations. Must have physical mobility and ability to communicate effectively. Requires bending, pushing, pulling, stretching to positions above and below shoulder height, and aided and unaided lifting. Must be able to safely lift and operate assistive devices and equipment. CJE SeniorLife is an equal opportunity employer #CJESL11 Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.