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Who We Are

The United Group of Companies, Inc. – celebrating over 50 Years in business - is a full-service, vertically integrated leader in real estate development and management with over 50 years of industry expertise. Our mission is to develop, build, and acquire vibrant communities where our residents, investors, partners, and commercial clients feel welcome, connected, and fulfilled. Our commitment to innovation sets us apart and is evident in our award-winning lifestyle programs. We firmly believe that where you live, and work, should be an experience that enriches and improves your life. United Group provides a place to call home and a space where businesses thrive in all the communities we join.

We are honored to have been voted by our employees as one of the Albany Time Union’s Top Workplaces for nine consecutive years and nationally recognized as a Top Workplaces USA employer for five years running – most recently earning the 2025 Top Real Estate Workplace distinction. We are also thrilled that our management company, United Plus Property Management (UPPM), has earned the Accredited Management Organization (AMO®) of the Year Award for 2024! To learn more about us, please visit our website: https://www.ugoc.com

Join Our Team!

We have an immediate need for full-time Van Driver to join our team at The Alloro at University Groves, one of United Group’s professionally managed luxury senior living communities located in Sarasota, FL.  To learn more about our property, please visit: www.thealloro.com 

Transportation + Vehicle Maintenance

• Operates and maintains buses in a safe and legal manner
• Transports van to repair shop when required for oil changes and all necessary repairs
• Maintains daily trip log, detailing mileage and gas
• Reports any vehicle accidents or resident injuries to the Manager immediately 
• Reviews calendar monthly, weekly, and daily for scheduled trips to plan accordingly

Resident Services + Event Support

• Assists Lifestyle Coordinator with scheduled events, parties, etc.
• Assists team members with light cleaning duties when there are no resident activities scheduled that require driving the van
• Provides backup coverage/support for front desk Concierge – as needed

Work Environment + Physical Demands

• May be exposed to outdoor spaces, service areas, or other environments, which will, by their nature, have variances in air quality, temperature, walking surfaces, lighting, and other physical aspects
• May be exposed to substances such as – paints, cleaning agents, chemicals, which may have various odors that may be considered irritants
• Frequent body movements include lifting, moving, transferring, bending, stooping, squatting, and reaching
• Must be able to sit for extended periods while operating a vehicle.
• Frequent entering and exiting of the van throughout the workday.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds, unassisted, with twisting and turning of the torso, and stand or walk for prolonged periods of time
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform essential functions

Job Overview + Requirements

• Job Type: Van Driver; non – exempt; $19.00 per hour plus bonus program. 
• Work Hours: Hours vary due to resident activities; Typically, Monday - Saturday 9:00am – 7:00pm
• Physical Requirements: lifting, moving, transferring, bending, stooping, squatting, and reaching. Must be able to sit for extended periods while operating a vehicle.
• Required Education: Minimum High School education or equivalent is required
• Required Experience: Must be 25 years of age with three (3) years of driving experience.  Must have a valid driver's license – CDL is preferred.  Efficient knowledge of traffic violations.   
• Qualities: Clean driving record that demonstrates sound judgment and good safety habits.  Demonstrates integrity on a personal and professional level. Excellent customer service and communication skills.  Ability to interact with a wide range of people and to solve problems involving residents, personnel, emergency situations, etc.

Benefits & Time Off

• Medical – Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern NY – 3 insurance plans with HSA options; eligibility 1st of the month following 30 days.
• Dental + Vision – eligibility 1st of the month following 30 days.
• Life Insurance – Company paid Basic Life Insurance Policy (1x Annual Salary) with additional Voluntary Life Plans; eligibility 1st of the month following 30 days.
• 401K Retirement Plan – Voya Financial; Employee Contribution Eligibility at 1st of the month following 90 days; eligible for Employer Match after 1 Year of Service; up to 4% Company Match.
• Additional Benefits – Employee Assistance Program; United Concierge Medicine (24/7 telemedicine service, including Mental Health); Calm App premium subscription; Learning Care Group (childcare tuition discount); Dependent Care FSA; Tuition Assistance Program.
• PTO – Personal (24 Hours), Sick (56 Hours), and Vacation Time (80 Hours; escalated based on years of service up to 160 Hours); eligibility after 90-day Introductory Period.
• Holidays – 10 Company Paid Holidays.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or other protected class covered by law.