Driver for Transportation Program

General Summary: Work involves operating Thrive vans seating approximately 10-15 people, to transport passengers to prearranged destinations, such as to and from Thrive locations.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform safe and on time transportation of clients in all types of traffic and climatic conditions.

• Operate and drives vehicles in strict accordance with rules of the road.

• Inspect general operating condition of vehicles daily and reports unsafe conditions and any damage to lead driver as well as steps defined in policy and procedure.

• Maintain vehicle operating records.

• Report any traffic violations, vehicle breakdowns, interruptions in service or accidents to manager and scheduler.

• Assist passengers entering and exiting the vehicle as needed.

• Act as program aid as necessary.

• Perform shipping/receiving as necessary.

• Provide billing and incident documentation as required and consistent with Thrive standards.

• Adhere to uniform requirements.

• Review e-mail account daily for new messages.

• Maintain a clean work van.

Qualifications

Education, Experience and Competencies:

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Three (3) to six (6) months’ related experience required

Certifications, Licenses Requirements:

• Valid Chauffeur’s license and automobile insurance which meets Rhode Island minimum standards required. Meet certification and training requirements of transportation contract.