Para Transit Driver
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Job Location:
Ronkonkoma, NY - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 28 - 30
Posted on:
8 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Summary
Suffolk Bus Corp. is seeking dedicated Paratransit Drivers to join our team. This full-time position offers competitive pay comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to work for a company committed to safe and reliable passenger transportation. Paratransit Drivers are responsible for assisting passengers on and off vehicles including the loading unloading and securing of wheelchairs while delivering exceptional customer service.
Salary Range: $28.20 $30.68 per hour
Schedule: Full-time; varying shifts based on seniority
Benefits: Medical paid time off 401(k)
Responsibilities
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicles and on-board equipment are in proper operating condition.
Operate assigned routes in accordance with scheduled manifests transfer points and fare structures.
Follow route maps schedules and dispatch instructions for pull-outs line service pull-ins and off-route trips.
Provide route schedule and fare information to passengers as needed.
Deliver excellent customer service by safely operating wheelchair lifts and assisting passengers with boarding riding and exiting the vehicle ensuring proper use of on-board restraints.
Communicate effectively with dispatch using a two-way radio.
Report hazardous or unsafe conditions along routes and at passenger loading zones including traffic issues road conditions construction obstructions and potential criminal activity.
Adapt to changing conditions such as adverse weather traffic delays passenger concerns accidents and trip modifications.
Adhere to all safety rules regulations policies and procedures to ensure passenger and workplace safety.
Promote and maintain a safe work environment in compliance with Suffolk Transportation Service and Suffolk Bus Corp. safety policies.
Provide assistance at accident or incident scenes as required.
May mentor new paratransit operators on routes and operating procedures.
Provide vacation and temporary coverage when needed.
Perform other related duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
Maintain physical presence at the work site as required.
Knowledge & Skills
Knowledge of state and local traffic laws ordinances and vehicle safety regulations.
Basic understanding of time and money concepts.
Ability to read write and speak basic English.
Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with passengers coworkers and supervisors.
Qualifications
Ability to pass a pre-employment physical including a DOT medical card and DOT drug screening.
Must be at least 23 years of age with a minimum of one year of passenger-driving experience.
No convictions for driving while license is suspended or revoked.
Availability to work varying shifts; assignments based on seniority.
Willingness to attend required employee meetings safety sessions and training.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Ability to perform assigned tasks safely while remaining alert at all times.
Ability to work cooperatively with coworkers and supervisors.
Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to safety management principles.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Inventory Control
- Basic Math
- Paratransit
- Tanker Experience
- Van Driver
- Box Truck Experience
- Commercial Driving
- Commercial Vehicle Experience
- Delivery Driver Experience
- Manual Transmission Experience
- Driving
- Heavy Lifting
About Company
Our school bus division (operating under the names Suffolk Transportation Service, Inc., Suffolk Transportation Corp., Suffolk Transportation Systems, Inc., Suffolk Transit Service, Inc. - all New York Corporations) has been in business for over 70 years as a school bus transportation ... View more
