Paratransit Driver

Job Details

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for Qualified CDL Professionals with Passenger Endorsement

Pay and Schedule

Pay rate: $22.05/HR
Monday - Friday schedule with Holidays off
Annual pay increases
Overtime eligibility
Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits effective on Day One
Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Health Insurance
401K with company match

Benefits

Annual pay increases
Overtime eligibility
Medical, Dental and Vision Health Insurance
401K with company match

Qualifications

Must be 21 years of age
Valid CA CDL with Passenger Endorsement
Customer Service Experience a plus
High degree of comfort working with people with disabilities
Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test and DOT physical
Possess excellent communication (written and verbal) and decision making skills
Must pass Vehicle for Developmental Disabled Persons Certification (VDDP)

Skills

Able to report to work on-time, in a clean, neat uniform, ready to work
Preform a vehicle pre-trip and post trip inspection on assigned vehicle(s)
Radio check his/her buses radio before leaving yard
Operates various types of vehicles, as assigned, safely, in all types of weather and traffic conditions
Pick up and discharge passengers at designated bus stops safely
Regulate heating and ventilating equipment on the bus for the comfort of the passengers
Ensure proper two-way Radio Etiquette at all times
Report all accidents, incidents, or unusual occurrences to the dispatch office immediately
Accurately complete all reports
Strict adherence to Keolis and client policies and procedures
Adhere to all regulations related to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Correctly operate a wheelchair lift with proper safety restraints as required by the customer
Maintain a secure environment for passengers
Interact with public positively
Provide transit information to passengers as needed
Exercising patience and sensitivity toward all passengers and practices professionalism in action and in speech to family members, staff at offices and agencies and the public

Core Competencies/Responsibilities

Able to report to work on-time, in a clean, neat uniform, ready to work
Preform a vehicle pre-trip and post trip inspection on assigned vehicle(s)
Radio check his/her buses radio before leaving yard
Operates various types of vehicles, as assigned, safely, in all types of weather and traffic conditions
Pick up and discharge passengers at designated bus stops safely
Regulate heating and ventilating equipment on the bus for the comfort of the passengers
Ensure proper two-way Radio Etiquette at all times
Report all accidents, incidents, or unusual occurrences to the dispatch office immediately
Accurately complete all reports
Strict adherence to Keolis and client policies and procedures
Adhere to all regulations related to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Correctly operate a wheelchair lift with proper safety restraints as required by the customer
Maintain a secure environment for passengers
Interact with public positively
Provide transit information to passengers as needed
Exercising patience and sensitivity toward all passengers and practices professionalism in action and in speech to family members, staff at offices and agencies and the public

Additional Statements

Drug and alcohol screening: Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment drug and alcohol screen.
Also, contingent upon receiving a favorable background check.
If applying for a safety sensitive position, it may require a physical examination.

Safety Commitment

Safety is a way of life at Keolis. By placing safety first, we ensure the wellbeing of our employees, customers, and communities.

Environmental Commitment

Keolis is committed to protecting the environment by minimizing the impact of operations to our people and the communities in which we operate.

EEO Statement

Our policy is to afford Equal Employment Opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or gender identification.

Disclaimer and Closing Statement

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job. Keolis is committed to offering our employees competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible