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Rhode Island Hospital

Driver II

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $21.50 - $22.02
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Paid holidays
Training and Development

Job Description

Brown University Health is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and services. Located in Providence, Rhode Island, and affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, Brown University Health stands as a beacon of excellence in the healthcare industry. The institution embraces core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, which shape its culture and interactions among employees, patients, and the wider community. In its commitment to a collaborative and inclusive workplace, the organization upholds principles such as Instilling Trust, Valuing Differences, Patient and Community Focus, and Collaboration, ensuring all staff work cohesively toward shared goals.

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Job Requirements

  • High school level of knowledge
  • valid commercial driver’s license (CDL)
  • good driving record
  • ability to read, write, understand and speak English
  • manual and motor skills to operate CDL rated vehicles
  • analytical skills to read maps and determine driving routes
  • physical ability to maneuver wheeled carts and operate power lift gates
  • ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations
  • ability to work in varying weather conditions
  • ability to stand, walk, lift and push materials
  • compliance with federal motor carrier safety regulations
  • willingness to attend mandatory safety and training sessions

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • valid commercial driver’s license (CDL)
  • three to six months of related or on-the-job experience
  • good driving record
  • ability to read road maps and determine shortest driving routes
  • strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations

Job Duties

  • Makes pickups and deliveries at affiliate sites
  • loads and unloads clean and soiled textiles, materials and supplies
  • ensures all deliveries are signed for by site receiving area or unit
  • washes interior of vehicle after unloading soiled loads prior to loading clean loads
  • ensures truck is loaded properly and load is secured
  • prepares and submits daily driver’s vehicle inspection report
  • ensures vehicles are fueled and tires correctly inflated at start of shift
  • schedules vehicle maintenance and reports mechanical problems
  • provides training and orientation for new drivers
  • completes accident reports and insurance forms as required
  • attends annual safety management education and training
  • participates in quality improvement activities
  • performs additional assigned duties such as Laundry Aide when not driving
  • operates vehicles safely and follows department policies

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location