Driver

Driver PositionGift of Hope is proud to serve as the federally designated not-for-profit organ procurement organization (OPO) that coordinates organ and tissue donation and provides compassionate service to families of donors in the northern three-quarters of Illinois and northwest Indiana.Since our inception in 1986, we have coordinated donations that have saved the lives of more than 23,000 organ transplant recipients, and improved the lives of hundreds of thousands of tissue transplant recipients. As one of 58 organ procurement organizations that make up the nation's organ donation system, we work with 183 hospitals in our donation service area.Our Drivers provide emergency and non-emergency ground transportation and assist with property maintenance and building security.Hours for this position are 4PM-midnight.Compensation range for this position is $21.50 per hour.Our BenefitsIn addition to competitive salaries, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance options for full-time employeesGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan403(b) retirement plan with company matchTuition Reimbursement up to the IRS-allowed maximumPersonalized learning and educational development opportunitiesMonthly cell phone and internet stipendsPaid Parental LeaveAnnual Employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Accounts to support wellness needsSupport and counseling for personal, work financial or family needs through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and our partnership with Critical Incident Stress Consultants (CISC)ResponsibilitiesThe following essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.Advance Gift of Hope's mission, vision and core values: providing compassionate service, contributing to outstanding teams and engaging as one of our passionate people committed to a positive culture that respects the dignity and worth of each individual. Adhere to all policies and procedures in carrying out the responsibilities of this position.Provide safe and timely emergency and non-emergency ground transportation for organ and tissue recovery departmentsTransport internal and external staff to and from hospitals, airports and/or other facilitiesTransport human organs, blood, and tissue samplesDeliver clinical supplies and equipmentWork assigned schedule to provide 24-hour department coverageKeep all Gift of Hope vehicles clean and in proper working conditionComplete and document maintenance checks on delivery vehicles and notify supervisor of any issuesInteract with internal and external customers in a professional mannerCommunicate and dispatch external partners, as neededMaintain thorough logs to track routes and deliveriesUse route navigation apps and knowledge of area to complete deliveries on timePerform and document safety checks for each vehicleAssist with property related duties, as needed, such as:Conduct building security and safety toursMonitor facility and equipment alarmsLight maintenance of facilities and equipmentRestock building suppliesAssist with deliveries and trash removalLight landscaping and snow removalOther duties as assignedQualificationsThe following identifies the minimum education and training required to perform the essential functions of the job.High school diploma or GED equivalentThe following indicates the minimum skills and experience required to perform the essential functions of the job.Must be at least 25 years of agePossession of a valid driver's license and a clean driving recordAbility to communicate and interact effectively with othersAbility to learn and perform all transportation, property, and security related dutiesAbility to learn and utilize computer applications necessary for job performanceAttention to detailThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.Ability to drive Gift of Hope vehicles to perform job dutiesAbility to sit, stand, bend, kneel and walk to perform job dutiesAbility to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that will be encountered by an employee while performing the essential functions of the job.Driving Gift of Hope vehicles approximately 7-8 hours per trip for trips within Gift of Hope's service area (northern 2/3 of Illinois and Lake County, Indiana)Normal office environmentWork weekends and other hours outside regular office hoursSome exposure to adverse weatherSome exposure to adverse road conditionsCarry a personal cell phone to be accessible outside regular business hoursAbility to respond to pages within 10 minutes when working on callGift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and does not discriminate with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military or veteran status, family medical history or genetic information or any other classification protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on an individual's job-related qualifications and abilities.