Paratransit Driver

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for Qualified CDL Professionals with Passenger Endorsement ! Pay rate: $22.05/HR Monday - Friday schedule with Holidays off Why Drive For US: Annual pay increases Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits effective on Day One Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Health Insurance 401K with company match Knowledge and Experience: Must be 21 years of age Valid CA CDL with Passenger Endorsement High degree of comfort working with people with disabilities Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test and DOT physical Possess excellent communication (written and verbal) and decision making skills Must pass Vehicle for Developmental Disabled Persons Certification (VDDP) We will consider employment for all qualified Applicants, including second chance employment consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Core Competencies/Responsibilities: Must be able to report to work on-time, in a clean, neat uniform, ready to work Preform a vehicle pre-trip and post trip inspection on assigned vehicle(s) Radio check his/her buses radio before leaving yard Operates various types of vehicles, as assigned, safely, in all types of weather and traffic conditions, according to MDT or driver manifest, which includes designated pick-up and drop-off locations and times, issued daily Pick up and discharge passengers at designated bus stops safely; regulates heating and ventilating equipment on the bus for the comfort of the passengers Follow fare collection procedures Report all accidents, incidents, or unusual occurrences to the dispatch office immediately; submit written reports on accidents, incidents or unusual occurrences as required Accurately complete all reports; Strict adherence to Keolis and client policies and procedures Adhere to all regulations related to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA); correctly operate a wheelchair lift with proper safety restraints as required by the customer Ability to interact with public positively; provide transit information to passengers as needed Maintaining a secure environment for passengers, including escorting riders to and from the vehicle and providing physical assistance to passengers, when requested Exercising patience and sensitivity toward all passengers and practices professionalism in action and in speech to family members, staff at offices and agencies and the public Additional Statements Drug and alcohol screening: Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment drug and alcohol screen. Also, contingent upon receiving a favorable background check. If applying for a safety sensitive position, it may require a physical examination. Safety commitment: Safety is a way of life at Keolis. By placing safety first, we ensure the wellbeing of our employees, customers, and communities. Together we can become the most successful transportation company in the world. Environmental commitment: Keolis is committed to protecting the environment by minimizing the impact of operations to our people and the communities in which we operate. EEO statement: Our policy is to afford Equal Employment Opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or gender identification. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. Disclaimer and closing statement: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job. Keolis is committed to offering our employees competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible

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