CDL Bus Driver

Canandaigua, NY, USA | Hourly | 21.01-22.38 per hour | Part Time

The Arc Ontario

CDL Bus Driver

$500 Sign-On Bonus

1/2 paid at 3 months and 1/2 paid at 6 months

Salary: $21.01 - $22.38

Position Overview: Join The Arc Ontario as a Driver and play a key role in helping individuals stay connected to their communities through safe, supportive transportation. In this rewarding position, you'll transport people supported by The Arc Ontario, contract passengers, and members of the public along designated routes, while providing assistance with boarding, exiting, and mobility equipment as needed. You'll help ensure a smooth and comfortable ride, keep vehicles clean and in good working order, and contribute to a culture of safety and care. If you're looking for a meaningful way to make a difference every day, we'd love to have you on our team.

Work Location: Canandaigua, NY

Schedule: Part-Time; Hours vary between 6 am and 4pm to meet program needs

As a team member at The Arc Ontario, you will receive...

• Sick Time

• Growth potential/Opportunity for advancement within my agency

• Employee Assistance Program

• Access to a Fitness Center in the Main Facility

• Pay on Demand

• Free Telehealth with EZaccessMD

• Emergency Assistance Funding

• And more

Our Culture

Investing in our staff while thriving in a flexible and fun work environment!

The Arc Ontario Story:

Founded in 1954, The Arc Ontario, believes that All individuals with disabilities or other challenges are one with their community.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for safe and timely pickup and delivery of all persons assigned to designated routes while driving a bus.

• Maintain a valid NYS commercial driver's license (Minimum class C) with an unrestricted passenger endorsement. Maintain a valid DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate and comply with all NYS Vehicle and Traffic laws, NYS DMV 19A rules and regulations.

• Responds to individual needs of passengers and report any issues to a supervisor. Utilizes two-way radio to contact base when necessary while bus driving.

• Provides supervision and assists passengers on the bus during loading and unloading of vehicle at designated stops. Demonstrates safe and correct use of wheelchair lifts, seat belts, Q-Straints, etc. Demonstrates proper lifting techniques when transferring passengers from a wheel chair to the bus.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.

• HS diploma/GED preferred and one year of experience or an equivalent amount of education and experience.

• No moving violations for 12 Months prior to hire.

• Valid NYS Commercial Driver's License class C with unrestricted Passenger Endorsement or willing to acquire within thirty days of hire.

• Must be Department of Motor Vehicles 19‑A certifiable.

The Arc Ontario is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. The Arc Ontario does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of any characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws.