Driver in Training

About TransWest: We move people. We help them get to work, school, or play. From A to B, and everything in between. By shuttle, bus, charter or valet, we find creative ways to move people, business, and communities forward. We partner with some of the world's leading companies to create personalized transportation systems and hospitality experiences. We go above and beyond to remove stress in all interactions and make things a little easier for all we serve. 

We'll pay you to get your CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement

Upon successful completion of the program and licensing, participants transition into a CDL driver role at TransWest.

Compensation:

• $25.00 - $28.50/ hour during training (based on CDL status)
• $28.50 / hour fixed wage upon successful completion of the class

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance 
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match 
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrues in accordance with company policy and may be used for vacation, personal, or sick time. Team Members are eligible to accrue up to 80 hours (10 days) of PTO annually, with increased accrual opportunities based on years of service. 
• One paid personal day annually. 8 hours for full-time Team Members and 4 hours for part-time Team Members. 
• Seven Company-Observed Holidays. Full-time non-exempt Team Members receive eight hours of holiday pay and part-time non-exempt Team Members receive four hours of holiday pay for eligible holidays.

Additional Compensation: 

• Quarterly Safety Performance Bonus opportunity for Team Members who meet established safety program requirements 

Perks: 

• Paid DOT medical card and physicals 
• Paid training to receive Class B CDL with Passenger Endorsement for qualified Team Members 

Responsibilities: 

• Complete 4-week Sponsored Training Program to obtain Passenger endorsement
• Transport business clients to and from scheduled routes safely and reliably
• Conduct daily vehicle safety checks on assigned vehicles and report any defects in a timely manner; complete all required operations documentation fully and accurately daily 
• Create a welcoming environment and deliver seamless experience for corporate commuters 
• Must be professional and safety minded 
• Perform DOT daily inspections on assigned equipment and fuel equipment as necessary 
• Provide excellent customer service in every interaction 
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness 
• Other duties as assigned

  Requirements: 

• Obtain CDL Permit
• Complete 4-week TransWest Sponsored Training Program
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record
• 6 Months of professional driving experience
• Current/Active DOT Medical Card
• Must pass pre-employment DOT drug test
• Enjoy people and excel at customer service
• Able to communicate proficiently in English
• Able to work independently, yet able to take direction
• Employment contingent on background check

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain seated and operate a vehicle for extended periods.
• Ability to enter and exit vehicles, including vehicles with stairs, multiple times throughout the shift.
• Ability to perform routine vehicle inspections, which may involve bending, reaching, or kneeling.
• Ability to lift, move, or position items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to communicate clearly with passengers, dispatch, and team members.
• Ability to maintain focus and alertness while driving in various weather, lighting, and traffic conditions.
• Ability to perform the essential driving functions required to operate the assigned vehicle safely and in compliance with DOT and company standards.

TransWest Culture: Come join our close-knit team. We enjoy having summer BBQ’s, holiday parties, games, contests and so much more at our bus yards and in the office. 

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging:  At TransWest, we pride ourselves on building a diverse workforce and collaborative spaces where people of different lived experiences, backgrounds, abilities, and identities can thrive. Everyone on the team at TransWest emphasizes and practices our core values every day that are based on continued growth, reliability, safety, caring for our work, clients, and each other. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is an evolving area where we will continue to listen and learn from our team members, business partners, community partners, and thought leaders to optimize our impact.