Transit System Driver

JOB TITLE: Transit System Driver

DEPARTMENT: Transportation

SUPERVISORS TITLE: Transportation Manager

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None

JOB STATUS: Full Time Non-Exempt

SCHEDULE: MondayFriday day shift

Location: Position will report to Corydon for training daily until Management changes location to New Albany.

Provide safe reliable and timely transportation services for individuals within the community including persons with disabilities and medical transportation needs. This safety-sensitive position involves operating agency vehicles in compliance with all DOT federal state and local regulations while ensuring the safety dignity and well-being of all passengers.

Operate agency vehicles to provide public transit services in a safe and timely manner

Transport passengers to and from homes medical appointments and designated pick-up/drop-off locations

Ensure all passengers are accounted for before and after transport

Provide door-to-door assistance including support for boarding and exiting vehicles as needed

Safely secure passengers using wheelchairs mobility devices and safety equipment

Follow all transportation schedules and assignments provided by dispatch or supervision

Maintain professional and respectful interactions with all passengers

Perform daily vehicle inspections including pre-trip and post-trip checks

Clean and sanitize vehicle interiors including disinfecting high-touch surfaces and managing spills or biohazards as needed

Fuel vehicles and ensure proper vehicle maintenance readiness

Maintain and inventory vehicle supplies including first aid kits and safety equipment

Report maintenance issues and vehicle concerns to supervision promptly

Complete required documentation and daily logs accurately

Enforce passenger safety rules including no eating drinking or smoking on vehicles

Assist passengers as needed while maintaining safety and dignity

Strong communication skills both verbal and written

Ability to follow directions schedules and safety procedures

Ability to remain calm and professional in high-responsibility situations

Strong attention to safety and detail

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Basic documentation and reporting skills

Ability to lift 70 pounds

Ability to bend crouch kneel twist push and pull

Ability to sit for extended periods while driving and assist passengers frequently

Ability to operate vehicles in varied weather and traffic conditions

Ability to assist passengers with mobility devices and boarding equipment

Must meet FMCSA physical qualification standards

Valid Class B or C CDL with passenger endorsement OR Operators License with For Hire endorsement

Driver Road Evaluation Test (in-house)

DOT-required drug testing and background screening

CPR and First Aid certification

Preventing Disease Transmission (Bloodborne Pathogens) certification

CRT (Certified Restraint Training) certification

Completion of Child Transportation Procedures for SITS

Additional Information:

Please reach out to Roland Lemus at or with any questions.

Blue River Services Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace

Education/Experience Requirements

No formal education is required.

Previous experience in public transportation or working with individuals with disabilities preferred.