Driver

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do.

We are seeking a Driver to join our team in our Philadelphia, PA location.

Position Details

To transport residents & staff to various community locations, i.e. medical appointments, hospitals, school, shopping areas, job sites, day programing etc.

To inspect vehicles daily for cleanliness, routine maintenance needs, body damage & general appearance. Evaluate vehicles on their performance & prepare reports on any malfunctions. To ensure proper vehicle maintenance. Maintain trip logs on a daily basis. Assist with clerical & organizational duties as assigned. Maintain consistent contact with Transportation Manager / Shift supervisor, medical dept. as needed for trip dispatch. Ensure safe transportation, i.e. secure wheelchairs & residents in vehicles & supervises during transport, loading & unloading vehicles. Ensure the safety of the residents is maintained @ all times. 

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! 

We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

Payrate: $18.13/hr

The ideal candidate must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• A verified High School Diploma or GED Required
• A Valid Driver's License is required
• Related Experience is Preferred