Paratransit Driver

WeDrive

U is the leader in shared mobility solutions that connect communities, campuses, and workplaces. WeDrive

U operates private shuttle and public transit systems across the U.S serving millions of passenger journeys a year. The company's 5,500+ team members operate 4,000 vehicles across 55 U.S. locations, providing safe, reliable and sustainable options as part of a global family of brands serving more than 1 billion bus and rail passengers on four continents. Visit  to learn more about our company, clients and career opportunities.

Paratransit Driver

Responsibilities Include:

Provides
safe and reliable transportation service to passengers by operating
position specific vehicles such as sedans, vans, paratransit vans,
limousines, taxi-cabs, shuttles, medium duty buses, transit 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 but in a safe manner.

Physically assists passengers in evacuation of 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 always 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.
Additional responsibilities for our Paratransit Drivers may apply per location requirements and include but are not limited to:
Must have experience transporting senior and/or disabled citizens in accordance with pre-arranged appointments/schedulesMust
be able to provide individualized assistance/accommodation to senior
and or disabled passengers by utilizing wheelchair lifts, seats and
other special access necessary to affect 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
Requirements Include:
Must be at least 21 years of age;

Must
possess, or be able to obtain, all valid applicable state license and
other required certifications to operate company vehicles.

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, paratransit vans, limousines,
taxi-cabs, shuttles, medium duty buses, 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.

Note:

Interested
applicants for a Transit Driver position may begin with us as a Driver
Trainee. The best trained drivers in the business work for us because we
devote a significant amount of resources, training and development to
our employees. Upon successful completion of our training program and
successful completion of all necessary requirements for the position,
individuals are placed in a Driver role.

We Offer
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

WeDrive

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