Transporter
Description

JOB SUMMARY:


An individual who will transport residents to and from appointments, run miscellaneous errands, perform light maintenance tasks, and support inventory management.  


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Maintains and actively promotes effective communication with all individuals.
  • Maintains a positive image of the entity in the community keeping in alignment with our mission, vision, and values.
  • Responsible for on-call services, as assigned.
  • Transport residents to and from appointments and subsequent documentation.  
  • Maintain transport vehicle with preventative maintenance and report any mechanical or concerns regarding the vehicle that could impact continued utilization.
  • Perform maintenance tasks as assigned by supervisor during down time with transporting. 
  • Assist maintenance team with environmental services including landscaping, grass cutting and snow removal if transport schedule permits. 
  • Check in all deliveries to loading dock and distribute as needed.
  • Will attend required meetings as assigned.
  • Will treat residents, families and other staff with dignity and respect.
  • Will use proper body mechanics in the performance of all tasks to ensure safe work.
  • Will perform tasks and operate equipment in which they have been trained.
  • Performs other duties, as assigned


Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Commitment to quality outcomes and services for all individuals.
  • Ability to relate well to all individuals.
  • Ability to maintain and protect the confidentiality of information.
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions.
  • Ability to adapt to change.


EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

  • Must be 18 years old.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record with ability to operate transport vehicle in all weather conditions.\
  • Ability to operate transport vehicle lift as well as general ambulatory support equipment used by passengers (canes, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.).
  • Must enjoy resident contact and interaction to support customer service.
  • CNA preferred, or willing to obtain CNA certification