Transportation Activity Driver
$16.63 - $20.31 Hourly / Based on Experience
Monday, Wednesday, Friday (8am-4pm) / Part Time
Apply at: https://www.royaloaks.com/careers
Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends preferred. For example: on rare occasions you may be asked to work at 6am or later in the evening such as 6:30pm. Plenty of advance notice provided for those times. Ability to come in "on-call" would be nice as well, but not necessary. Flexible is the quality this position needs.
This opportunity is in Sun City AZ! We are in search of a terrific Activity Transportation Driver who has an exceptional driving career AND enjoys delivering great customer service and hospitality to our residents.
Vaccinations Encouraged / Not Required
Referral Bonus Available / $600 per referral, no limit / $150 upon referral hire and every 90 days the staff member and applicant are employed with the final payout on the 1-year anniversary date of the applicant.
Have a question? Text us at 877-276-9256
Our facility is Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care
Working will give you freedom, values, friendships and purpose….come try it with us!
Location:
Royal Oaks Retirement Community
10015 W. Royal Oak Road
Sun City, AZ 85351
Crossroads are 99th Avenue and Grand Avenue, Sun City
Background Check:
Royal Oaks is a Drug Free Workplace. Background checks, reference checks, TB testing, and drug screenings are part of the hiring process. Must be able to obtain a Fingerprint Clearance Card (Paid for by Royal Oaks). This process will be a criminal background check dating back to the incumbent’s age of 18 years. Royal Oaks will assist you with this process. Royal Oaks conducts pre-employment, random and reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with its drug-free workplace policy and has designated certain positions as safety-sensitive. Royal Oaks' general hiring policy does not discriminate against registered medical cardholders. However, in accordance with A.R.S. 23-493.06 Royal Oaks may decline to employ or to continue to employ persons in safety-sensitive positions based on the results of drug testing.
As the ACTIVITY TRANSPORTATION DRIVER, you will provide non-emergency transportation service for residents to and from hospitals, doctor's appointments, and grocery shopping and sponsored excursions within Maricopa County. This position supports our independent living residents. Primary responsibilities include maintaining the comfort, privacy, and dignity of each resident in the delivery of services. Interacts with residents in a manner that displays warmth and promotes a caring environment.
Royal Oaks Retirement Community:
It’s time to take that first step toward a lifelong career of providing great customer service! The experience you gain at the growing 700+ residents and 400 employee community is unmatched. We pride ourselves in important, challenging, and rewarding work that has an exceptional impact on the residents we see day in and day out. Get a taste of excellence within an atmosphere of passion where we provide superior, elegant food and beverage services. The experience and family-centered environment you encounter here can be taken anywhere and the opportunity to learn, grow, and excel is endless.
We offer the following benefits:
Medical/Vision/Dental for full time positions
403(b) Retirement Plan for full time positions
FREE Fitness Program available to all staff members
Competitive Pay
Paid Time Off
Volunteer Time Off, donate your time to help others without dipping into your PTO
Covered parking
20% off meals
Free Starbucks Coffee
Scholarship Program
Employee Referral Bonus
Free membership to onsite Fitness Facility including Olympic size indoor pool and work-out equipment.
Annual Shoe Reimbursement (for many positions)
Uniform and apron (for many positions)
Growth opportunities!
Many more perks!
Uniform:
-Hat(s) is/are supplied
-5 shirts (full time or part time) are supplied, with a collar, colors to choose from, &/or polo &/or long sleeve
-Pants or shorts, are not supplied, any solid color, any type, professional, no sport shorts/pants
-Shoes, not supplied
-Coat(s), are supplied
-All are subject to change
Types of Vehicles at Royal Oaks:
Quantity 1, 4-passenger + 2 wheelchair with rear Loading for wheelchair. (2019 Ford Transit Van)
Quantity 2, 14-passenger vans with side loading wheelchair. (Ford Chassis with StarCraft Upfit Express Bus)
Quantity 1, 6-passenger, Starcraft Allstar 20 Van
Quantity 1, 6-passenger with 3 wheelchair – side loading. (Ford Chassis with StarCraft Upfit)
Quantity 1, 4-passenger, with manual side loading Wheelchair. (Dodge Caravan)
Quantity 1, 2-passenger, Chevy Silverado
Quantity 1, 14-passenger, Ford E-450
Quantity 10+, Golf Carts
Aforementioned list subject to change.
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Transportation Supervisor, provide non-emergency transportation service for residents. Serve as a representative of Royal Oaks, demonstrating a positive attitude and progressive actions through the display of professionalism, courtesy, and appropriate tact and discretion in all interactions with all residents and co-workers.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide transportation to residents to and from hospitals, doctor’s appointments, and grocery shopping or sponsored excursions.
Maintains the comfort, privacy, and dignity of each resident in the delivery of services. Interacts with residents in a manner that displays warmth and promotes a caring environment.
Maintain radio contact with dispatcher for delivery instructions.
Fuel and clean vehicle as needed, responsible for routine maintenance, servicing and repairs of vehicles.
Ensure residents have seat belts fastened properly and wheelchair brakes are locked and secured in place.
Follow all applicable traffic and vehicular safety rules and regulations.
When necessary, lifts, moves, and transports residents, using proper body mechanics or lifting devices.
Interacts courteously and appropriately with residents, family members, visitors, and other staff members under a variety of conditions and circumstances.
Follow facility policy and procedure for reporting and documenting any incidents/accidents or variances of standard operations.
Assists in maintaining a safe, neat, and clean environment. Reports all deficiencies to the appropriate person, such as equipment problems, need for repair or special needs of residents.
Performs all job responsibilities in accordance with prescribed safety and infection control procedures, including thorough hand washing, use of disposable gloves and other personal protective equipment where indicated, and proper disposal of soiled materials.
Able to work within a time schedule with minimal supervision.
May perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Attends and participates in training activities, meetings and seminars.
Knowledge and Skills:
Must be 21 years of age.
Read and speak English
Preferably possess a valid CDL C driver’s license with P (passenger endorsement)
Must provide current medical card and copy of current MVR, reviewed annually.
Ability to read, understand, follow and enforce safety procedures.
Ability to read maps and locate addresses.
Follow written and oral instructions.
Reaction time - The ability to quickly respond (with hand, finger, or foot) to one signal (sound, light, picture, etc.) when it appears.
Far and Near Vision – The ability to see things close at hand (such as signs) or at a distance.
Operation and Control – Controlling operations of equipment.
Equipment Maintenance – Performing routine maintenance checks and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
Education and Experience:
Preferably a High School diploma or GED equivalent.
Preferably three years' experience in a commercial driving position.
Has CPR, First Aid and Fingerprint card or can obtain one within 30 days of hire.
Ensures competency in the position is maintained through continuing education.
Communication Skills:
Has a clear speaking voice and is fluent in English.
Able to speak, work, and interface with all levels of co-workers, residents, guests, and employees.
Demonstrates excellent customer service etiquette.
Physical Requirements:
Has current valid Arizona Driver’s license and a good driving record.
Can work alone most of the time.
Is able to stand, walk, sit, reach, and bend.
Is able to operate a fire extinguisher.
Must carry/lift/push or pull loads of up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to hear normal to raised voices and see 50 feet; prosthetics can be used for correction.
Work involves almost constant exposure to weather conditions while driving residents and with some work indoors in a climate controlled environment.
Physical exertion is present due to frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, walking, sitting, twisting or standing for prolonged periods of time; general manual dexterity required.
Supervisory Responsibility:
None
Royal Oaks Awards:
-2022 ICAA NuStep Beacon Award / Top 25 'Best in Wellness' Senior Living Communities in North America
-2021 National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), GOLD AWARD - Category 55+ Design Awards / Best Service Enriched Community on the Boards Inspirata Pointe at Royal Oaks
-2016-2020 American Heart Association Workplace Health Achievement Award
-2019 Great Place to Work
-2019 Leading Age Innovation Award for the Smart Home
-2017 Midwestern University for "Community Outreach Motivating Excellence for Tomorrow"
-2016 Benevilla Award for "Business Leadership"
-2015 American Society of Interior Design - 1st Place Senior Living Community & Best of Show
-2015 Best of NAIOP - Commercial Real Estate Association - Medical Office Program of the Year