Driver - Gary - Spherion

Spherion Staffing is looking for experienced drivers in Gary, IN! As a member of the Driver Team, the Driver plays a key role in assisting our members with accessibility to the care they need, always in conformity with established client's policies and procedures. As a company, we are committed to providing excellent customer service, with a sense of urgency, to our members and our drivers help us maintain that commitment and contribute to the care of our members.

$2500 SIGN-ON Bonus * $1000 payable after 90 days and $1500 after 6 months, if no at-fault accidents.
New Hires cannot miss any scheduled workdays within the first 90 days of their employment to qualify for the hiring bonus. This includes requested days off as well.
Pay: $16.5/hr with potential increase after 90 days. Night differential pay available.

Schedule:
Mon-Fri 4a-1p
Tue-Sat 4a-1p

Responsibilities:
- Transport members to and from pre-determined destinations as required.
- Proactively review assigned trips on a tablet or other backup mechanism in order to plan daily schedule and ensure members can be transported to and from destinations on time according to appointment schedule per contractual requirements.
- Accurately complete and return daily driver logs and any other requested forms or miscellaneous paperwork in a timely manner as required. Accurately record hours via a remote time clock.
- Maintain appropriate, effective, and efficient communication with direct supervisor, dispatch staff, mechanic, and other management/staff in order to update and/or escalate issues as necessary.
- Ensure daily vehicle checklist is completed. Communicate any mechanical issues to the supervisor and mechanic.
- Schedule vehicle preventative and regular maintenance with mechanic according to company mileage requirement schedule. Immediately communicate any abnormal mechanical issues that arise to the supervisor and mechanic.
- Appropriately interact with all internal staff and external contacts.
- Maintain a level of professionalism with members according to company standards. This includes being courteous, displaying a positive attitude, communicating professionally, and maintaining professional attire.
- Other duties as assigned.

Working hours: 4:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Skills:
- Customer service
- Patient care experience will be a plus
- Positive attitude
- Familiarity with Indianapolis and surrounding areas

Education:
No Degree Required

Experience:
1-4 years

Qualifications:
- Must have current driver's license (Indiana Licensing)
- Experienced Driver/transportation industry
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Ability to effectively take direction.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen at all times.
- Have and maintain a driving record with no DUIs, OWIs, no points, no suspensions, or any other negative results not listed.
- Ability to utilize transportation technology solutions.
- Working knowledge of cell phones, computer hardware, and software


If you are interested, please apply today and send your most update resume to indynorth-dl@spherion.com. Please reach out for additional questions!

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, and an incentive and recognition program (all benefits are based on eligibility).