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Elder Services - Transporter
The Puyallup Tribe of Indians is committed to protecting and exercising the inherent inalienable sovereign rights of the Tribe and Individuals in the interest of the Medicine Creek Treat Territories, as stewards to ensure preservation of our cultural and environmental integrity for common good and prosperity for all.
Open: March 16, 2026 Close: March 30, 2026
Job Title: Transporter Department: Elder Services
Reports To: Executive Director Hours: 40 Hrs/Wk – Full Time
Salary: Based on Salary Matrix+Benefits Requisition: 882
Drive a medi-van equipped to provide non-emergency transport of mobility-impaired Puyallup Elders by accommodating wheelchairs, walkers, and or other durable medical devices (DME) to health-related appointments and treatments.
Provide transportation for activities via 22 passenger bus or similar for Puyallup Elders in a safe and timely manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Ensures the safe and timely transport of clients to health-related appointments, and social events as assigned.
2. Ensures vans are ready for transport and in front of pick-up area 15 minutes prior to departure.
3. Checks with schedulers throughout shift for any changes in the day’s assignments and adjusts routes accordingly.
4. Complies with traffic regulations.
5. Recommends and facilitates approved routine maintenance and repairs on program vehicles.
6. Walks around the van(s) to observe any visible defects, and checks operating systems- brakes, horn, windshield wipers, lights, first-aid kits, emergency flashers, and door opening devices before starting trips. Checks working condition of cell phone to ensure communication with scheduler. Inspects vehicles and corrects inadequacies; and logs mileages prior to and during assigned transports.
7. Loads or unloads DME – w/chairs, walkers, O2, bags, and other necessary personal items.
8. Picks up elders at home or other noted facilities. Provides whatever assistance is required for boarding of patient and any caregiver. Makes sure wheelchair and passenger are properly secured before starting the van. Assists clients in safely entering and exiting the vehicle
9. Depending on route, may pick up several elders for a common destination.
10. Upon arrival at health care facility, assists elders in leaving van and reaching proper offices or treatment areas. Checks van to ensure that no personal items have been left behind.
11. Depending on scheduled transports, the driver will confer with scheduler to decide whether additional pick-ups can be done before beginning to return elders to their homes.
12. After all trips are complete, return van to designated parking area, make final inspection, lock van, and returns keys to the office lock box.
13. Review schedule for next day, check map for unfamiliar destinations, double check times and appointments with scheduler.
14. Picks up and delivers supplies, medications, and daily meals for homebound clients.
15. Provides first-aid/CPR if required during elder transport. Immediately notifies EMS/911, supervisor if skilled assistance is required. Completes report/documentation at the end of each shift.
16. Reports traffic accidents immediately to scheduler/supervisor, requesting police or ambulance services as needed. Assists injured persons with first-aid until these services arrive. Completes accident report and any other documentation required.
17. Maintains strict client confidentiality.
18. Maintains professionalism and mindful regard to client’s privacy, personal effects, safety, health and well-being.
19. Maintains integrity and standard of personal ethics on and off the job, as not to call their trustworthiness with client’s personal effects into question.
20. Be available as back up for delivering Elders’ lunches when needed.
21. Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications and Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one year of related work experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience driving a Medi- van and 22-passengar bus.
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Patience and tact necessary for contacts with elders and caregivers.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Licenses or Certificates
Must have a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class C with appropriate endorsements at time of hire.
Must have a valid and unrestricted Washington State Driver’s License. Driver’s License must not contain any restrictions that would otherwise prevent an employee from driving a GSA vehicle.
Must have and maintain a current First Aid/CPR certification.
Must have and maintain a current Food Handler’s permit.
Other Skills and Abilities
Must be culturally sensitive, exhibit patience and good listening skills.
Must be able to drive a 22-person passenger bus and Medi-van.
Must be reliable and capable of working independently and remaining calm in case of emergency.
Must submit to and be able to pass a criminal background check prior to employment and periodically throughout employment.
Must be flexible in order to provide service to clients with varying levels of needs and behaviors.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Indian Preference Employer as Required by Law
Online Application Tips:
1. If you are using a PC, use Chrome. If you are using a MAC, use Safari.
2. Upload additional documents (resume, cover letter, letters of recommendation, proof of Indian blood, etc.) to the resume tab as one (1) PDF file or email documents to jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov and we can add them to your online application. Please send in copies of any degrees or certificates that you have been awarded.
3. Indian Hiring Preference – send in the appropriate documentation for the category you select. If you have any questions about the hiring preference policy or what document to send in, email us at jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov or call (253) 573-7863.
4. Provide 3+ references (we cannot obtain references from direct family members – mother, father, grandparents, sisters, brothers, or children and this includes in laws). One reference must be your most recent supervisor. We prefer the rest of your references to include co-workers, subordinates, or other supervisors, but we can accept a personal reference from someone who is familiar with your work ethic, habits, and attendance. You can send in letters of recommendation to jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov
5. To add more employment, education, references, etc., click on the small + sign at the top right corner of the page.
6. When entering salaries, only use numbers. Do not use any other characters (such as , . or $)
7. After you submit your application, you will receive an email confirmation. If you do not receive an email, please call the office to confirm submission.
or email jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov.
3009 E. Portland Ave., Tacoma, WA 98404
Native American preference applies and job placements are given on a competitive basis, using job related factors. Because of the large number of applications received and limited job positions, your application will not guarantee employment.
Open: March 16, 2026 Close: March 30, 2026
Job Title: Transporter Department: Elder Services
Reports To: Executive Director Hours: 40 Hrs/Wk – Full Time
Salary: Based on Salary Matrix+Benefits Requisition: 882
- Salaries are market competitive. For accurate salary information, call (253)573-7863 or email jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov. The Puyallup Tribe of Indians provides a generous benefits package that includes employer paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a retirement/401(k) plan with profit sharing, paid holidays, and paid time off including birthday leave.
Drive a medi-van equipped to provide non-emergency transport of mobility-impaired Puyallup Elders by accommodating wheelchairs, walkers, and or other durable medical devices (DME) to health-related appointments and treatments.
Provide transportation for activities via 22 passenger bus or similar for Puyallup Elders in a safe and timely manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Ensures the safe and timely transport of clients to health-related appointments, and social events as assigned.
2. Ensures vans are ready for transport and in front of pick-up area 15 minutes prior to departure.
3. Checks with schedulers throughout shift for any changes in the day’s assignments and adjusts routes accordingly.
4. Complies with traffic regulations.
5. Recommends and facilitates approved routine maintenance and repairs on program vehicles.
6. Walks around the van(s) to observe any visible defects, and checks operating systems- brakes, horn, windshield wipers, lights, first-aid kits, emergency flashers, and door opening devices before starting trips. Checks working condition of cell phone to ensure communication with scheduler. Inspects vehicles and corrects inadequacies; and logs mileages prior to and during assigned transports.
7. Loads or unloads DME – w/chairs, walkers, O2, bags, and other necessary personal items.
8. Picks up elders at home or other noted facilities. Provides whatever assistance is required for boarding of patient and any caregiver. Makes sure wheelchair and passenger are properly secured before starting the van. Assists clients in safely entering and exiting the vehicle
9. Depending on route, may pick up several elders for a common destination.
10. Upon arrival at health care facility, assists elders in leaving van and reaching proper offices or treatment areas. Checks van to ensure that no personal items have been left behind.
11. Depending on scheduled transports, the driver will confer with scheduler to decide whether additional pick-ups can be done before beginning to return elders to their homes.
12. After all trips are complete, return van to designated parking area, make final inspection, lock van, and returns keys to the office lock box.
13. Review schedule for next day, check map for unfamiliar destinations, double check times and appointments with scheduler.
14. Picks up and delivers supplies, medications, and daily meals for homebound clients.
15. Provides first-aid/CPR if required during elder transport. Immediately notifies EMS/911, supervisor if skilled assistance is required. Completes report/documentation at the end of each shift.
16. Reports traffic accidents immediately to scheduler/supervisor, requesting police or ambulance services as needed. Assists injured persons with first-aid until these services arrive. Completes accident report and any other documentation required.
17. Maintains strict client confidentiality.
18. Maintains professionalism and mindful regard to client’s privacy, personal effects, safety, health and well-being.
19. Maintains integrity and standard of personal ethics on and off the job, as not to call their trustworthiness with client’s personal effects into question.
20. Be available as back up for delivering Elders’ lunches when needed.
21. Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications and Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one year of related work experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience driving a Medi- van and 22-passengar bus.
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Patience and tact necessary for contacts with elders and caregivers.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Licenses or Certificates
Must have a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class C with appropriate endorsements at time of hire.
Must have a valid and unrestricted Washington State Driver’s License. Driver’s License must not contain any restrictions that would otherwise prevent an employee from driving a GSA vehicle.
Must have and maintain a current First Aid/CPR certification.
Must have and maintain a current Food Handler’s permit.
Other Skills and Abilities
Must be culturally sensitive, exhibit patience and good listening skills.
Must be able to drive a 22-person passenger bus and Medi-van.
Must be reliable and capable of working independently and remaining calm in case of emergency.
Must submit to and be able to pass a criminal background check prior to employment and periodically throughout employment.
Must be flexible in order to provide service to clients with varying levels of needs and behaviors.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to lift, push, pull and position elders frequently
- Ability to perform considerable reaching, stooping, and bending.
- Hearing and vision abilities within normal range (corrected) to drive safely and to observe and communicate with the elder.
- The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
- The employee must regularly lift and/or move 10 to 100 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Requires the ability to read, write, communicate, and interpret information accurately in English.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.
- The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
- Local travel required.
- Regular exposure to injuries and illness
- Frequent need to handle urgent or crisis situations
- Occasional exposure to blood borne pathogens/diseases
Indian Preference Employer as Required by Law
Online Application Tips:
1. If you are using a PC, use Chrome. If you are using a MAC, use Safari.
2. Upload additional documents (resume, cover letter, letters of recommendation, proof of Indian blood, etc.) to the resume tab as one (1) PDF file or email documents to jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov and we can add them to your online application. Please send in copies of any degrees or certificates that you have been awarded.
3. Indian Hiring Preference – send in the appropriate documentation for the category you select. If you have any questions about the hiring preference policy or what document to send in, email us at jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov or call (253) 573-7863.
4. Provide 3+ references (we cannot obtain references from direct family members – mother, father, grandparents, sisters, brothers, or children and this includes in laws). One reference must be your most recent supervisor. We prefer the rest of your references to include co-workers, subordinates, or other supervisors, but we can accept a personal reference from someone who is familiar with your work ethic, habits, and attendance. You can send in letters of recommendation to jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov
5. To add more employment, education, references, etc., click on the small + sign at the top right corner of the page.
6. When entering salaries, only use numbers. Do not use any other characters (such as , . or $)
7. After you submit your application, you will receive an email confirmation. If you do not receive an email, please call the office to confirm submission.
- Please do not wear perfumes, colognes, or strong scents to your interview. Some employees are allergic.
or email jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov.
3009 E. Portland Ave., Tacoma, WA 98404
Native American preference applies and job placements are given on a competitive basis, using job related factors. Because of the large number of applications received and limited job positions, your application will not guarantee employment.
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