Christine - Transit Driver CDL
$43,680–$43,680 year
On-siteBurlington, North Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Operate position-specific vehicles including sedans, vans, transit buses, and motor coaches to provide safe, reliable transportation to passengers on assigned routes. Physically assist passengers in evacuation during emergencies, manage passenger and student behavior per policy, and prepare vehicles for inclement weather by scraping windows or applying tire chains. Report maintenance issues, accidents, and incidents immediately to appropriate personnel while keeping interiors clean and maintaining a professional appearance. Complete all required paperwork, route change sheets, and time cards in a timely manner. Ensure vehicle fuel levels meet facility procedures and utilize equipment such as wheelchair lifts and radios safely. All applicants begin as Driver Trainees; upon completing training and meeting CDL B requirements with Passenger and Airbrake endorsements, individuals are placed in the Driver role.
Required Qualifications
- Must be at least 21 years of age; for Tennessee School Bus Drivers, must be at least 25 years of age per state law
- Must possess, or be able to obtain, all valid applicable state license and other required certifications to operate company vehicles
- Must possess a CDL B with Passenger and Airbrake endorsement
- Must meet physical and medical requirements and pass substance abuse screening
- 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, paratransit vans, limousines, taxi-cabs, shuttles, transit buses, school buses, and/or motor coaches
- 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
Desired Qualifications
- Must have experience transporting senior and/or disabled citizens in accordance with pre-arranged appointments/schedules
- Must be able to provide individualized assistance/accommodation to senior and or disabled passengers by utilizing wheelchair lifts, seats and other special access necessary to effect a safe, secure and comfortable ride
- Must ensure that individuals with disabilities have adequate time to complete boarding or disembarking from the vehicle
- Previous experience as a Paratransit Driver recommended
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