Mobility Transportation Driver

Huron Valley Ambulance is hiring part-time drivers for our Mobility Transportation Services/PACE transportation program in Plymouth. MTS Drivers provide timely and safe transport for clients of the Huron Valley PACE senior center. Clients are driven to and from facilities, homes, and medical appointments in PACE buses or specially equipped Ford Transit Wheelchair Vans.
Our MTS drivers are friendly, caring, and professional. We offer flexible schedules and have a welcoming and supportive team.
Job Description
Under the supervision of the MTS Manager, MTS Drivers will:

• Drive clients from facilities and homes to the Huron Valley PACE center and scheduled medical appointments.
• Drive clients in well-maintained specially equipped wheelchair-accessible buses or Ford Transit vans.
• Assist clients with on and off-boarding using the electric wheelchair lift when needed.
• Provide clients with safe and timely transit in a clean vehicle.
• Treat clients with compassion and respect.
• Interact professionally and courteously with PACE clients, family members, facility staff, and co-workers.

• Part-time positions with a max of 29 hours per week.
• Some weekend and holiday hours are available.
• Schedule flexibility.
• Job training is provided, including CPR and First Aid certification for all employees.

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Valid chauffeurs license (can be obtained after job offer but must be acquired prior to start date).
• Ability to pass an agility test including:
  
  • Demonstrated ability to safely drive and operate the PACE bus or wheelchair van.
  • Push wheelchairs weighing 60 pounds.
  • Push wheelchairs holding clients weighing up to 350 pounds.
• Ability to pass a company-sponsored background check, drug screen, and physical (includes nicotine test.)
• Ability to work cooperatively with other employees and with a diverse range of people.

• Obtain a valid Michigan chauffeur's license before new employee orientation.
• Successfully complete a CPR and first aid class within a specified period of time.