Lead DriverScheduler for Senior Retirement Community
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Job Location:
Lincolnwood, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
5 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
The Lead Bus Driver is responsible for transporting residents to scheduled outings appointments and special events while overseeing daily transportation operations. This role serves as the primary point of coordination for ride scheduling confirmations and communication with residents and staff. The Lead Bus Driver also provides guidance and support to additional drivers to ensure consistent high-quality service.
Key Responsibilities
Transportation & Resident Safety
- Transport residents to scheduled appointments outings and community events.
- Ensure all residents are safely assisted in and out of the vehicle as needed.
- Confirm all residents are returned safely to the community following trips.
- Maintain a calm courteous and professional demeanor with residents at all times.
Leadership & Team Coordination
- Serve as the lead driver for the transportation team providing direction and support to two additional drivers.
- Assist with daily driver assignments and coverage coordination.
- Communicate schedule changes delays or issues clearly and professionally to staff and residents.
Scheduling & Ride Coordination
- Assist with scheduling transportation requests and organizing daily routes.
- Confirm rides with residents prior to scheduled trips.
- Work closely with Programs and Operations staff to ensure transportation needs are met efficiently and accurately.
Vehicle Oversight & Maintenance
- Monitor the condition of all transportation vehicles.
- Maintain vehicle cleanliness by performing and/or scheduling regular interior and exterior cleaning.
- Report mechanical issues promptly and assist with coordinating repairs and maintenance as needed.
- Salary range $19.00 to $20.00 an hour
Salary Range $19.00 - $20.00 per hour
Qualifications :
Qualifications
- Experience driving a large vehicle such as a bus van or truck.
- Valid drivers license required to operate community vehicles.
- Safe driving record in accordance with Senior Lifestyle company policy.
- Ability to remain focused and drive safely without being easily distracted by passengers or external factors.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact respectfully and patiently with residents.
- Organized dependable and able to manage multiple responsibilities.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
Additional Information :
Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health dental vision retirement benefits short-term disability long-term disability and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical religious or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Inventory Control
- Basic Math
- Paratransit
- Tanker Experience
- Van Driver
- Box Truck Experience
- Commercial Driving
- Commercial Vehicle Experience
- Delivery Driver Experience
- Manual Transmission Experience
- Driving
- Heavy Lifting
About Company
Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. In this role you will get to express your creativity and enthusiasm for lif ... View more
