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Buena Vida Estates
Van Driver
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Van, Taxi, Shuttle Driver drives vehicles to transport small groups of passengers, or provides paying customers with transportation to a specific location. May transport passengers between a small number of predetermined locations, such as a hotel shuttle that provides patrons with rides to the airport.
$32,688 / year median in Florida
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Van Driver Education and/or
Work Experience Requirements:
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Clock in no earlier than a half hour before departure time, to prep and inspect van.
- An ability to handle emergency situations
- Complies with HIPAA Privacy Act by protecting confidential resident information.
- Must be able to assist passengers with physical needs as required, including their entry and exit from the vans.
- Valid Florida Driver's License with a clean driving record. Must qualify as a safe driver with Enterprise.
- Must complete all assigned Paylocity training.
- CPR / First Aid Certification required.
- Enterprise will frequently Drug Test
- High school diploma or GED required
Physical Requirements:
- Will be indoors and outdoors frequently in a variety of weather conditions.
- Sit for long periods of time.
- Climb, balance, bend/stoop, and kneel continuously.
- Must be able to work in different types of weather conditions.
- Regularly lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Job Summary:
The Van Driver will represent Buena Vida Estates. You will transport residents to their destinations in a timely and safe manner. You need driving skills, experience driving a large 14 passenger vehicle, open availability, a clean driving record, and a valid driver's license. In addition to driving skills, you also need communication and customer service skills. Interacting with residents is a major part of our service.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operates the assigned vehicle according to all motor vehicle laws.
- Provides transportation services to residents while conforming to approved policies.
- Ensure that our residents are given fair and equitable treatment.
- Practices defensive driving techniques.
Note:
Safety is the top priority even if delays disrupt the van schedule.- Performs pre-trip, inspections, and first aid supplies.
- Coordinates preventive maintenance with the Lifestyle Director.
- Maintain fuel level at ½ tank. Keeps interior of van clean and sanitized.
- Interact with residents, staff, and public professionally at all times.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Director.