Driver Part Time | IDD/ADD Services

About the role

At the Carmen B. Pingree Autism Center of Learning, Drivers play an important role in helping children with autism feel safe, supported, and cared for during transportation to and from the program. This role is more than driving — it’s about creating a calm, positive environment, building trust with clients, and helping children transition successfully between home and school each day. Drivers work closely with staff to support safety, consistency, and positive experiences for every child.

Responsibilities

• Complies with all safety policies and procedures while operating vehicle
• Transports clients to and from Valley locations
• Maintains knowledge of the routes, locations of stops, and the clients who board or exit at each stop
• Coordinates with and supports employees who accompany clients and assists with behavior management on the vehicle
• Maintains interior and exterior vehicle cleanliness
• Follows emergency procedures and reports incidents as required
• Maintains required transportation records
• Vans must be kept at a Valley property when not in use. Drivers may be able to keep the vehicle at the closest location to their home in between working hours.

Pay

Range starts at $16.50/hour (pay is calculated based on years of related experience).

Schedule

Part Time | 25 hours/week
Bus Schedule | Mon-Thurs 7:00am-9:30am & 2:00pm-4:30pm | Friday 7:00am-9:30am & 11:00pm-1:30pm
Additional Opportunity: available part time openings as an Autism Aide/Driver for a total of 29hrs/week if interested

Benefits

• 401k Plan eligibility after 90 days, with a 100% company match on up to 6% of your income
• Employee Assistance Programs for mental health needs
• Education Assistance and Professional Development programs that include New Licensure Reimbursement, Specialized Training and Conferences, Student Loan Programs, and Continuing Education Reimbursement for Licensed Professionals

Qualifications

Education: High School diploma or equivalent

Experience: No previous experience required (see Preferred Qualifications)

Licenses/Certifications:

• This position requires driving - minimum age of 21 and a current driver's license
• For DOT vehicles - Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement
• For DOT vehicles - Department of Transportation Health Certificate

Preferred Qualifications: Previous transportation experience