Transportation Driver​/CDL Class B

Company Description

Building on the legacy and vision of our Founders, the California Armenian Home, as a progressively led non‑profit, is committed to provide a one‑of‑a‑kind, people centered, planned community to serve all levels of senior living with extraordinary lifestyle experiences, compassionate care, and gracious hospitality.

• Always put people first.
• Provide warm hospitality and heartfelt compassionate care.
• Family, celebration, tradition, good food & good people.
• Inclusive culture based on integrity, humility, and compassion.
• Serving our residents and one another with respect.
• Commitment to lifelong learning and enrichment.
• A wonderful place to call home.
• Environment of teamwork and trust for employees.

Our leadership extends beyond business goals and business results. It focuses on our Mission and Principles, to guide our resident experience and our employee culture.

Transportation Experience Preferred, CDL Class B Driver's License Required

Position Summary: Drives a van or bus to transport residents by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Drives vehicle from community area to destination according to an assigned schedule.
• Assists disabled passengers into and out of vehicle.
• Secures passengers' wheelchairs with restraining devices to stabilize wheelchairs during a trip.
• Operates radio or similar device to communicate with base station or other vehicles to report disruption of service.
• Cleans and services vehicles with fuel, lubricants, and accessories.
• Schedules appointments for residents to be transported.
• Meets all Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications: 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, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current commercial driver’s license (CDL) Class B is required.
• Must provide a current DMV print out containing the driving history of the past (10) years.
• Experience in a customer service environment, preferably in a senior living setting.

• Ability to communicate effectively by speaking the primary language of the residents.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Ability to apply common sense understanding by carrying out simple one- or two-step instructions.
• Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.

• Must demonstrate an interest in working with a senior population.
• Interact with guests, residents and staff in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Ability to respond promptly to resident needs.
• Supports organization's goals and values.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities.

• Works both outdoors and indoors all year.
• Possible exposure to unpleasant odors.
• Possible exposure to chemicals as identified in the MSDS Manual.
• Continuous exposure to residents who are ill, confused, irritable and irrational.

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance
• 401k Retirement Savings (Eligibility after the completion of 3 months)
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Lunch-On-Us twice per week
• Health & Wellness Program
• Vacation Pay
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Direct Deposit
• 24/7 monitored guard house, for an extra layer of security.

If you have the qualifications and experience we are looking for, please apply with your resume attached. We look forward to reviewing your application!