Resident Transportation Driver On-Call

Lake Ridge Care Center, a Cassia community, is hiring a Resident Transportation Driver to join our team in Buffalo, MN!  If you're looking for a supportive team and a place to grow your career, this is your opportunity. Lake Ridge Care Center is a welcoming senior care community where your skills are valued and your dedication to excellent care makes an impact.

As a Resident Transportation Driver, you will safely operate a passenger bus to transport residents to scheduled events, appointments, outings, and activities. The bus is equipped to accommodate up to 12 residents with 2 wheelchairs, or up to 8 residents with 4 wheelchairs, depending on the transportation needs of the group. The ideal candidate is safe, with a positive attitude and experience supporting seniors, ready to manage scheduled trips and maintain the bus to standards.  

Position Type: On-Call, working minimum 3-4 shifts a month

Wage Range: $19 - $20.78 /hour depending on experience

Location: 310 Park Ln, Buffalo, MN 55313

Resident Transportation Driver Responsibilities: 

• Drive the bus for scheduled resident and employee outings. 
• Complete proper documentation for MnDOT including daily logs and quarterly reports. 
• Track and schedule maintenance for the bus. 
• Complete daily upkeep for the bus including filling up gas, washer fluid, cleaning the bus, etc.
• Complete additional tasks as requested.

Resident Transportation Driver Qualifications:

• Good driving record: no moving violations for the last two years.
• Must pass the MnDOT physical examination and a criminal background check.
• Capable of operating bus lift and strapping wheelchairs into the bus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Prior experience working with people with memory loss and physical disabilities is desired. 
• Friendly, outgoing and positive personality.

Cassia Benefits (On-Call):

• Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
• Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members 
• ESST – Earned Sick and Safe Time

About Us:

Lake Ridge is proud to have been recognized by Newsweek as one of the top ten Nursing Homes in Minnesota for communities with 50-99 beds. We have also been honored with the 2025 Customer Experience Award. We’re excited to welcome new leadership that brings fresh vision, renewed focus, and a strong commitment to supporting our staff and enhancing resident care.

Cassia is a nonprofit, mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience. As a Cassia community, we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care. Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do. We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.lakeridgesenior.org/

Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference!

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Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.