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Job Description

<h3>Job Description</h3><p>Job Description<p><p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>We create communities where employees thrive in their work, helping our residents thrive in their homes.</p><p></p><p>Atria Senior Living’s family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career with outstanding benefits, including:</p><ul><li>Paid holidays and PTO</li><li>Employees may receive annual anniversary rewards dependent on classification, starting at $500 for Full Time employees</li><li>Employees may be eligible to receive an Annual Scores Reward of $500 (Full Time) or $250 (Part Time) based on community survey results</li><li>Benefits package also includes Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance</li><li>Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match</li><li>Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)</li></ul><p><em>*Enrollment in benefits varies by employee classification; anniversary reward amounts vary by location</em></p><p></p><p>As a valued team member at Atria, you’ll work in a supportive environment that provides advancement opportunities and promotes a healthy work-life balance. Apply now!</p><br /><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Responsible for providing safe, courteous transportation service and serve as support staff for the Engage Life Director or Maintenance Director. Coordinates vehicle pre-maintenance, maintenance, and repair to ensure vehicle longevity.</p><ul><li>Drive vehicle from community to social and other various destinations according to assigned schedule. </li><li>Assist residents into and out of vehicle in a safe manner.</li><li>Secure passengers&#39; wheelchairs to restraining devices to stabilize wheelchairs during trip.</li><li>Practice safe driving techniques at all times. </li><li>Clean and service vehicle with fuel, lubricants, and accessories and report and coordinate vehicle maintenance repairs.</li><li>Establish and monitor daily and weekly trip inspection and preventative maintenance programs, as well as maintain records regarding the maintenance of all vehicles.</li><li>Deliver groceries and other belongings to resident’s apartments.</li><li>Assist the Engage Life Department in activities and programs as needed. </li><li>Ensure charges are submitted to the business office daily for community travel expenses.</li><li>Maintain a safe driving record according to Company guidelines.</li><li>Handle emergency situations and basic First Aid.</li><li>Report potentially unsafe conditions to the Executive Director.</li><li>May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned. </li></ul><br /><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one (1) to three (3) months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. </li><li>Five (5) or more years of driving experience and knowledge of vehicle preventative maintenance programs. </li><li>Commercial driver&#39;s license required to operate commercial size vehicles. </li><li>Able to operate a seven (7) to sixteen (16) passenger bus, unless otherwise required by Atria or state law. Able to operate a limousine or car, tire changing equipment, First Aid Kit, wheelchair lift, and dollies/hand trucks.</li><li>Experienced with vehicle emergency repairs, able to change automobile tires and handle minor on-road maintenance. </li><li>Knowledgeable of all streets within an 8-mile radius of the community. </li><li>Position requires driving responsibilities (may use Company provided vehicle and/or personal vehicle).</li><li>Must satisfactorily meet and be in compliance with Atria’s Motor Vehicle Record Policy standards.</li></ul></p></p>