The opportunity
About this job
We are looking for a Resident Transport Driver on behalf of our client in Jackson, MI.
AWARD-WINNING. MEANINGFUL WORK. A BUILDING THAT'S BEEN HOME TO JACKSON COUNTY FOR OVER 185 YEARS. Resident Transport Driver — Full-Time | 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM | Hours may fluctuate This isn't just a driving job. It's a place with a 185-year story — and we want you to be a part of it. the employer has been serving Jackson County for over 185 years. The employer is a 194-bed, county-owned skilled nursing facility with a simple mission: You are why we're here. The people we interact with every day — the employer's residents, their families, and the employer's CarePartners — are why we exist. A legacy is only as strong as the stories behind it. And we mean that: Let's continue your story together! As a Resident Transport Driver, you are often the first and last face a resident sees on one of their most important days — a medical appointment, a procedure, a follow-up visit. The way you show up matters. Calm, dependable, and genuinely caring drivers are not just a convenience for the employer's residents. They are part of their care. We have been named one of America's Best Nursing Homes by Newsweek five years running, ranking in the top 20 in Michigan each year. We have also earned a U.S. News Best Nursing Homes 2025 designation and an AHCA Bronze Quality Award in 2023 & 2026. the employer's residents say it best: "Staff evolved into friends." — Susan "Can't imagine getting better care anywhere else." — Neil "I wouldn't recommend anywhere else — this place is the best!" — David the employer's Core Values At JCMCF, the employer's core values aren't posted on a wall and forgotten. The employer is looking for a Maintenance Technician who takes pride in the environment they create and understands that the work they do every day directly shapes the lives of the people who call this place home. • Create a Positive Environment — We greet, encourage, and show up for one another every day. • Elevate Growth — We welcome change, recognize achievement, and invest in goals. • Bring Joy! — We celebrate, laugh, and make it the employer's mission to be the reason someone smiles today. • Cultivate Comfort — We build a place that feels like home, where lasting relationships are the norm, not the exception. About the Role The Resident Transport Driver is responsible for safely transporting residents to and from medical appointments in the employer's wheelchair van and bus. This is a daytime role — primarily 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM with hours that may fluctuate based on scheduling needs. When not on transport runs, you may assist the maintenance team with light facility tasks including painting and general upkeep. Qualifications Required: • Valid Michigan Chauffeur's License — must have prior to first day • Clean driving record — MVR check required • Genuine warmth and patience when working with older adults • Dependable, punctual, and professional Preferred: • Experience transporting or working with older adults or individuals with disabilities • Experience operating wheelchair vans or passenger buses • Light maintenance experience • Painting experience Benefits • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance effective Day 1 ◦ $30,000 Life Insurance through SunLife at no cost to you ◦ Short-Term Disability through SunLife after 1 year at no cost to you ◦ Supplemental options through Colonial Life • Defined Benefit Pension after 8 years of service — a guaranteed lifetime value of over $100,000. Very Rare! • Tuition Reimbursement up to $3,000 per year for approved courses after 6 months of service • Additional Retirement Savings Program • Paid Time Off — accrued from day 90, growing with your tenure: ◦ 56 hours at 90 days ◦ 52 additional hours at 6 months ◦ 108 hours at 1 year ◦ 172 hours at 2 years ◦ 212 hours at 6 years ◦ 252 hours at 12 years the employer is an equal opportunity employer. The employer is proud to be county-owned, community-focused, and nationally recognized. A legacy is only as strong as the stories behind it. Let's continue your story together.
Requirements Qualifications Required: • Valid Michigan Chauffeur's License — must have prior to first day • Clean driving record — MVR check required • Experience transporting or working with older adults or individuals with disabilities • Experience operating wheelchair vans or passenger buses • Light maintenance experience • Painting experience
What the work can look like
This Resident Transport Driver opening is based in Jackson, MI. The exact lane and schedule depend on the employer, but the role is built around safe, dependable driving and clear communication throughout each assignment.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip checks and keep required records accurate
- Meet pickup and delivery expectations while communicating delays early
- Share whether you prefer local, regional, dedicated or OTR work so the recruiter can assess the fit
What you will need
- Qualifications
- Required:
- Valid Michigan Chauffeur's License — must have prior to first day
- Clean driving record — MVR check required
- Experience transporting or working with older adults or individuals with disabilities
- Experience operating wheelchair vans or passenger buses
- Light maintenance experience
- Painting experience
Original job description
AWARD-WINNING. MEANINGFUL WORK. A BUILDING THAT'S BEEN HOME TO JACKSON COUNTY FOR OVER 185 YEARS. Resident Transport Driver — Full-Time | 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM | Hours may fluctuate This isn't just a driving job. It's a place with a 185-year story — and we want you to be a part of it. the employer has been serving Jackson County for over 185 years. We are a 194-bed, county-owned skilled nursing facility with a simple mission: You are why we're here. The people we interact with every day — our residents, their families, and our CarePartners — are why we exist. A legacy is only as strong as the stories behind it. And we mean that: Let's continue your story together! As a Resident Transport Driver, you are often the first and last face a resident sees on one of their most important days — a medical appointment, a procedure, a follow-up visit. The way you show up matters. Calm, dependable, and genuinely caring drivers are not just a convenience for our residents. They are part of their care. We have been named one of America's Best Nursing Homes by Newsweek five years running, ranking in the top 20 in Michigan each year. We have also earned a U.S. News Best Nursing Homes 2025 designation and an AHCA Bronze Quality Award in 2023 & 2026. Our residents say it best: "Staff evolved into friends." — Susan "Can't imagine getting better care anywhere else." — Neil "I wouldn't recommend anywhere else — this place is the best!" — David Our Core Values At JCMCF, our core values aren't posted on a wall and forgotten. We are looking for a Maintenance Technician who takes pride in the environment they create and understands that the work they do every day directly shapes the lives of the people who call this place home. • Create a Positive Environment — We greet, encourage, and show up for one another every day. • Elevate Growth — We welcome change, recognize achievement, and invest in goals. • Bring Joy! — We celebrate, laugh, and make it our mission to be the reason someone smiles today. • Cultivate Comfort — We build a place that feels like home, where lasting relationships are the norm, not the exception. About the Role The Resident Transport Driver is responsible for safely transporting residents to and from medical appointments in our wheelchair van and bus. This is a daytime role — primarily 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM with hours that may fluctuate based on scheduling needs. When not on transport runs, you may assist the maintenance team with light facility tasks including painting and general upkeep. Qualifications Required: • Valid Michigan Chauffeur's License — must have prior to first day • Clean driving record — MVR check required • Genuine warmth and patience when working with older adults • Dependable, punctual, and professional Preferred: • Experience transporting or working with older adults or individuals with disabilities • Experience operating wheelchair vans or passenger buses • Light maintenance experience • Painting experience Benefits • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance effective Day 1 ◦ $30,000 Life Insurance through SunLife at no cost to you ◦ Short-Term Disability through SunLife after 1 year at no cost to you ◦ Supplemental options through Colonial Life • Defined Benefit Pension after 8 years of service — a guaranteed lifetime value of over $100,000. Very Rare! • Tuition Reimbursement up to $3,000 per year for approved courses after 6 months of service • Additional Retirement Savings Program • Paid Time Off — accrued from day 90, growing with your tenure: ◦ 56 hours at 90 days ◦ 52 additional hours at 6 months ◦ 108 hours at 1 year ◦ 172 hours at 2 years ◦ 212 hours at 6 years ◦ 252 hours at 12 years the employer is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be county-owned, community-focused, and nationally recognized. A legacy is only as strong as the stories behind it. Let's continue your story together.
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