Transportation Leader

# Transportation Leader
1200 E PARTRIDGE RD - METAMORA, IL 61548## Overview Salary Range $16.50 - $20.50 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day## Description
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* Job Title:

** Transportation Leader                                      
** Division:
** Retirement Community
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* Reports To:

** Community Life Coordinator
** Department:
** Resident Services
** FLSA Status:
** Non-Exempt                                                    
** Effective Date:
** 1.1.2026#
** Position Summary
** The Transportation Leader provides safe, reliable transportation for residents to medical appointments and community activities while also serving as the primary point of responsibility for vehicle upkeep and day-to-day fleet readiness
** Supervisory Responsibility
** This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities but serves as a lead resource for drivers
** Duties and Responsibilities
*** Transport residents safely to medical appointments, community outings, and scheduled activities
* Coordinate daily transportation needs with the Admissions Liaison to ensure appointment schedules are met accurately and efficiently.
* Assist with loading/unloading mobility equipment and resident support.
* Coordinate routine vehicle upkeep, including oil changes, inspections, cleaning, and scheduling service appointments.
* Transport vehicles to and from maintenance or repair appointments as needed.
* Monitor vehicle condition and report maintenance needs or safety concerns promptly.
* Ensure vehicles remain clean, fueled, and ready for daily use.
* Complete required transportation logs, safety checks, and documentation accurately.
* Communicate issues to leadership in a timely manner.
* Support new drivers by sharing knowledge of routes, procedures, and vehicle operation as requested
* Perform other duties as assigned
** Required

Skills and Abilities

** To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities.
* Willingness to uphold Snyder Village Mission and Values
* Strong driving skills with a commitment to safety and resident care
* Ability to recognize vehicle maintenance needs and follow through on service coordination
* Demonstrated reliability, initiative, and problem-solving ability
* Ability to manage schedule changes and interruptions calmly and effectively
* Professional demeanor and excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with tact, enthusiasm, and the ability to handle difficult situations with staff members, residents, family members, visitors, and the public
* Must recognize the value of providing extraordinary customer service and value person centered care
* Ability to work and make good decisions independently
* Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends for events
* Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect resident rights
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* Physical Requirements:

*** Sits, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during working hours
* Ability to sit for extended periods and assist residents in and out of vehicles
* Frequent interruptions
* Interact with staff members, residents, families, and other visitors under all conditions and circumstances
* May be required to work beyond normal working hours, on weekends
* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., including mobility devices## Qualifications
** Education and Experience
*** High school diploma or equivalent required
* Valid driver’s license required with ability to obtain and maintain JO5 or JO6 certification.
* Prior experience driving passengers, working with older adults, or performing basic vehicle coordination preferred.
** Benefits:
** It is Snyder Village's policy to provide its staff members with additional benefits. These benefits include paid time off, and affordable insurance, as well as many others. Insurance Programs:
Health, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance are available to all full-time employees. Insurances will begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Health:

There are 2 options for medical insurance, a PPO, and a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). The PPO offers a $1500 deductible with a max out-of-pocket of $4500. All preventative care services are covered at 100% by insurance. All generic prescriptions are a $10 copay. Most Carle providers would be…