Northcrest Community - Ames, IA
posted 18 days ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Ames, IA
About the position
The Transportation Coordinator at Northcrest Community is responsible for managing and coordinating all transportation activities for residents in a vibrant retirement community. This role includes leading a team of part-time drivers, ensuring safe and efficient transportation for medical appointments, outings, and events, while also overseeing fleet management and driver training programs.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary day driver for residents to medical appointments, outings, and events.
- Lead a team of part-time drivers, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
- Develop and implement a driver orientation and training program.
- Manage and coordinate the transportation schedule to meet the needs of residents and the Community Life Director for social events and outings.
- Oversee fleet management of company-owned vehicles, including maintenance and DOT inspections.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED required.
- College degree in Transportation and Logistics preferred but not required.
- Clean driving record and successful background check (completed during pre-hire process).
- CDL with Passenger endorsement or the ability to obtain within 3 months of hire (must be able to pass medical evaluation).
- Supervisory experience.
- Professional with a dedication to excellent service.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Voluntary insurance benefits
- 401(k) plan
- Vacation time
- Holiday time
- Sick time
- Scholarship and tuition assistance for educational pursuits.
