About this role
BUS DRIVER - Wednesdays and Fridays
ABOUT US
We?re *Signature Retirement Living*, and we believe that enjoying life is what Vibrant Seniors Living should be all about. We hire outstanding people who truly care about seniors and understand their needs. We value our staff and believe in providing a culture that cultivates and celebrates success, offering excellent benefits and perks, and a vibrant, fun, safe work environment and much more! As we continue to expand, we invite you to be a part of building a reputation that will stand the test of time. If you are passionate, creative, caring and energetic, we would like to hear from you!
THE OPPORTUNITY
*Wellington West Retirement Community*, located in Ottawa, Ontario is actively seeking an energetic, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join our growing team.
Reporting to the *Lifestyle Manager*, the successful incumbent in the position of *Bus Driver *will be responsible for safely and efficiently transporting residents to and from the Community using the Company vehicle(s), in accordance with all legislated requirements and Company standards, policies and procedures.
Please note: the bus is kept at our sister property in the Village of Manotick, so each shift will begin with picking up the bus from Manotick, and driving to Wellington West to pick up residents and begin the outing. At the end of each shift, the bus will be returned to Manotick. There is also the opportunity to work additional hours as the Bus Driver for our two sister properties in the Ottawa area (Manotick Place and The Vista on Sparks).
THE SPECIFICS
- Employment Term: Permanent
- Job Type: Casual
- Biweekly Hours: will vary, up to 20 hours biweekly
- Shift Times: Wednesdays and Fridays, exact timing will vary depending on outings
- Work Location and Arrangement: Ottawa, Onsite
- Vacancy Status: Current Vacancy
- Compensation: $21.86/hour
- Note: paid shift begins when bus is picked up, and ends when bus is dropped off
- AI Disclosure: Artificial intelligence may be used to support the initial screening of applications. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring manager and are not automated.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide a positive transportation experience for all residents, including assisting with luggage and assistive devices.
- Maintain cleanliness of vehicle and ensure it is in safe working condition, including adherence and documentation of scheduled preventative maintenance and safety checks.
- Delivery of parcels to resident suites.
- Clearing of snow from the front entrance and salting as required; clearing of snow from resident vehicles and ensuring that each vehicle is safe and ready to drive when required.
- Continuously follow our ?good customer service? principle and ensure that these values are demonstrated in day-to-day practices.
- Ability to organize work schedule and work under strict time constraints.
- Observe all posted speed limits and rules of the road.
- Work weekends and evenings as required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Frequently lift up to 50 pounds (including storage of wheelchairs or walkers).
- Physically assist residents in and out of vehicle.
- Mental and visual concentration necessary for safe driving.
- Exposure to variable weather.
- Bend, kneel, and work with arms raised for at least 3 hours per day.
- Walk and stand on a variety of surfaces for at least 3 hours per day.
- Climb stairs, use elevators.
WHO YOU ARE
- Have a valid provincial Driver?s license ? class ?F? or equivalent (B, C, or E).
- Must be able to provide a clear driving abstract upon hire.
- Have a High School Diploma and/or equivalent driving experience.
- First Aid and CPR Certified.
- Demonstrate the ability to interact effectively with team members, suppliers, residents and families.
- Must be able to provide a police check with vulnerable sector screen upon hire.
- Must be able to provide results of TB (tuberculosis) testing (2-step skin test or chest x-ray)