Job description
** Buckner Retirement Services Community: ** Westminster Place
** Location: ** Longview, TX - Onsite
** Address: ** 2201 Horseshoe Lane Longview, TX 75605
** Shift: ** As needed
** Job Schedule ** : Occasional (PRN)
We are seeking a Transportation Associate to join our community committed to delivering outstanding customer service through the transportation process. As a Transportation Associate, you will play a n important role in serving our residents transportation needs that meets or exceeds Buckner quality, service, and hospitality standards. Join our team and inspire happiness in the lives of others!
** What you'll do: **
- Answers phone in a warm and friendly manner when a guest calls to retrieve a car. Collects all the necessary information from the guest or nursing staff to ensure an accurate and safe transportation process.
- Provides transportation for residents and members to doctor’s appointments and outings in Buckner owned and operated vehicles.
- Maintains accurate control of keys for parked cars.
- Handles all resident interactions with the highest level of hospitality and professionalism, accommodating special requests whenever possible; resolves
- customer complaints, assists customers in all inquiries in connection with Buckner Senior Living.
- Must be able to drive manual transmission vehicles.
** What you ’ll bring : **
- High School diploma or GED required.
- Requires a current Texas Driver License and the ability to drive manual and automatic transmissions.
- Prefer active and clear CDL.
- Prior related experience working with and driving senior adults in a 12-15 passenger vehicle preferred.
- Requires ability to drive assigned vehicle(s) or personal vehicle, with appropriate state license, following all laws applicable; must provide proof of liability insurance and must be eligible to be insured under Buckner’s insurance policy. Must be age 21 or older to drive on behalf of Buckner.
- Requires proficient ability to speak, read and write English; ability to read, write and understand business documents which are written in English.
- Requires excellent communication or organizational skills.
- Requires ability to use up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 20 pounds continuously to move food service and preparation equipment and other objects.
- Requires ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time; ability to turn, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, pull, stand and walk over 75% of shift.
*The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the * * essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. * * *
** About Buckner Retirement Services : **
Buckner Retirement Services comprises a network of senior living communities across Texas. As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization with over 60 years of experience, we're dedicated to providing exceptional care. Recognized as a Great Place to Work at all our locations, we offer rewarding opportunities for those passionate about working with seniors. If you're seeking a career in the senior living field, consider joining us at Buckner, where our purpose sets us apart. Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. * *
*The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants – with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, **age, *sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.