CDL Driver

WeDriveU is the leader in shared mobility solutions that connect communities, campuses, and workplaces. Operating private shuttle and public transit systems across the U.S., we serve millions of passenger journeys annually. With 5,500+ team members and 4,000 vehicles across 55 U.S. locations, we provide safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation as part of a global family of brands serving over 1 billion bus and rail passengers on four continents.

Responsibilities

• Provides safe and reliable transportation service to passengers by operating position-specific vehicles, which may include sedans, vans, paratransit vans, limousines, taxi-cabs, shuttles, transit buses, school buses, and/or motor coaches with a fixed or changing route.
• Reports any maintenance problems to Maintenance in accordance with Company procedure and does not operate an unsafe vehicle.
• Reports to duty on time and maintains assigned route on time while prioritizing safety.
• Physically assists passengers in evacuating the vehicle in case of emergency.
• Immediately reports any accident or incident per Company policy.
• Exercises passenger and/or student management per Company policy.
• Informs all appropriate personnel of problems/procedures.
• Keeps the interior of the assigned vehicle clean and presentable.
• Presents a neat and professional personal appearance at all times.
• Ensures vehicle is properly fueled according to facility procedures.
• Completes all required paperwork (including route change sheets, time cards, vehicle repair requests) and submits to the appropriate authority in a timely manner.
• Maintains a cooperative attitude with fellow employees, supervisors, customers, and passengers while promoting company goodwill.
• Prepares vehicle for inclement weather conditions, including scraping or cleaning windows, applying tire chains.
• Safely and efficiently utilizes vehicle equipment, including wheelchair lifts, radios, and emergency equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age; for New York Drivers.
• Must possess a CDL with 1 year of experience.
• Must possess, or be able to obtain, all valid applicable state licenses and other required certifications to operate company vehicles.
• Must possess Passenger Endorsement & Airbrake Endorsement.
• Must meet physical and medical requirements and pass substance abuse screening; as a safety-sensitive employee, will be subject to random substance abuse screening under Company policy.
• Must satisfactorily complete and pass all training and attend safety meetings and in-service meetings in order to remain qualified.
• Extensive knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift and assist passengers when necessary.
• Must have a high degree of attention and considerable dexterity in the control of vehicles such as sedans, vans, shuttles, and transit buses.
• Must practice defensive driving at all times and avoid vehicular and industrial accidents by practicing safe driving and work habits.
• Compliance with all applicable company, federal, state, county, district, and contract-specific Driver requirements.

All interested applicants for a Transit Driver position begin as a Driver Trainee. Upon successful completion of the training program and all necessary requirements, individuals are placed in a Driver role.

Benefits

• Physical Health: Exceptional Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance benefits.
• Financial Health: Competitive compensation packages, 401(k) with 4% employer match, Financial Wellness Tool, Commuter Benefits.
• Emotional Health: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), PTO for part-time and full-time positions, Paid holidays, Pet & Legal Insurance.
• Personal Development: On-the-job training and skills development, Internal transfer opportunities for career growth.

Benefits vary by position and location.

Schedule

Open Availability