Our compensation has changed – top pay over $75,000 per year within 36 months:
Current Hourly Rates:
Starting - $24.00
1 Year - $25.25
2 Year - 26.90
3 Year - 33.85
Wages go up each May with top rate of $36.26 in 36 months!
Benefits include:
Low cost medical, dental and vision
Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays
Free bus pass
401k matching
This position does NOT require a commercial license.
Operates a van or accessible shuttle and transports passengers with disabilities safely in accordance with Company policy and local, county, state, and federal laws.
Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle; sets correct destination and route signs
Operates various types of vehicles, as assigned, safely, in all types of weather and traffic conditions, according to printed passenger schedules and Operators schedules
Arrives and signs in on time; works hours as scheduled; wears clean, neat uniforms
Picks up and discharges passengers at scheduled locations safely; regulates heating and ventilating equipment on the bus for the comfort of passengers
Collects proper cash fares, following fare collection procedures
Reports all accidents, incidents, or unusual occurrences to dispatch office immediately; submits written reports on accidents, incidents or unusual occurrences as required
Accurately completes all reports
Follows rules and regulations of the Company
Adheres to all regulations related to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA); assists passengers as needed, to enter and exit vehicle safely; correctly operates wheelchair lift with proper safety restraints as requested by the customer
Provides transit information to passengers as needed
Other duties as required.
Education, Licensing, and Certifications Required:
Must be 21 years or older
Must have a good driving record
Experience:
No experience necessary
No CDL required
Skills and Knowledge Required:
Good motor skills, good hearing, accurate color perception
Ability to apply proper driving procedures
Ability to learn transit routes and schedules and adapt to changes; ability to read a map
Ability to read, understand, and interpret transit system operating rules, regulations and policies
Ability to assist passengers with special needs when needed
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Must submit to DOT drug test and subject to ongoing DOT drug testing
All Operators must pass a criminal background check including Oregon State Police (OSP) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
Primarily seated in vehicle; stress caused by passengers and traffic; must be able to get in and out of the vehicle to assist passengers; some pulling and stretching required when assisting disabled.
Must be able to work in all types of weather
Lifting, pulling and pushing are among the physical requirements of performing work in this position. Specific required limits of weight are determined by location site.
Licensing, and Certifications Required:
Must be 21 years or older
Must have a good driving record
Education, Licensing, and Certifications Preferred:
Experience:
Skills and Knowledge Required:
Good motor skills, good hearing, accurate color perception
Ability to apply proper driving procedures
Ability to learn transit routes and schedules and adapt to changes; ability to read a map
Ability to read, understand, and interpret transit system operating rules, regulations, policies, phases and routes
Ability to assist handicapped passengers when needed
Basic math and writing skills
Clear speech
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
Primarily seated in vehicle; stress caused by passengers and traffic; must be able to get in and out of the vehicle to assist passengers; some pulling and stretching required when assisting disabled
Must be able to work in all types of weather
Lifting, pulling and pushing are among the physical requirements of performing work in this position. Specific required limits of weight are determined by location site.
Job Category: Driver/Operator - Bus, Paratransit, Taxi, Limo, Shuttle
Job Type: Full Time
Req ID: 2023-27366