CDL Driver - Orange County

MTM, Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $23/hr

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Training

Paid Holidays

401(k) match

Career growth

Job summary

MTM Transit is seeking CDL drivers for Newburgh, NY, offering full-time and part-time roles with training classes available. You’ll provide safe transportation, assist passengers, and ensure timely pickups while adhering to DOT and ADA standards.

We welcome applicants with a high school diploma or GED, NY CDL with passenger endorsement, and a clean driving record. Benefits include paid training, holidays/PT0, and a clear path for internal advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 21 years or older required.
• NY Class C or B CDL with passenger endorsement or ability to obtain.
• No more than 1 moving violation per year in past 5 years.
• No DUI or DWI convictions.
• If license revoked, 3+ years post-reinstatement with no moving violations.
• Must pass DOT physical and pre-employment drug/alcohol screening.
• No rail crossing, careless or reckless driving convictions.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Resume with minimum 10 years work history.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and reliable transportation.
• Demonstrate defensive driving skills.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist with passenger loading and unloading.
• Assist with mobility device securement as required for safety.
• Ensure on-time pick-up and drop-off of customers.
• Show sensitivity to needs of older adults and individuals with disabilities.
• Complete full vehicle pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Complete paperwork and use tablets/electronic devices.

Skills

Tablet use

GPS devices

Communication skills

Traffic sign literacy

Regulatory knowledge

Roadway familiarity

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Make a Difference At MTM Transit, you’re not just part of a team—you’re at the heart of a movement to remove community barriers nationwide. We’re all about breaking the mold with bold ideas, open conversations, and a relentless focus on what matters most: you. Here, collaboration sparks breakthroughs, learning fuels growth, and every voice shapes our future. Together, we thrive, push our limits, and work as team to help you reach your full potential. At MTM Transit, it is never just a ride, it's personal. We understand that our passengers deserve personalized attention and exceptional care and to us, every trip is important. We have exciting opportunities to join our growing team where your work has a direct impact on the communities we serve. Our company culture is one of innovation, collaboration, and growth. If you are passionate, driven, and ready to join a team where your work will directly transform and shape our industry, then we want to talk to you!

What will your job look like?

MTM Transit in partnership with Orange County is looking for both full time and part time CDL drivers to join our team in Newburgh, New York. We currently have training classes that start every couple of weeks! Location: 169 Mill Street, Newburgh, NY 12550

Why make the move to MTM Transit?

• $23.00/HR Starting Pay
• Affordable benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision
• Paid Training & Overtime
• Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Internal career growth opportunities

What you’ll need:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must possess a valid New York Class C or Class B CDL with passenger endorsement or ability to obtain
• Must have no more than 1 moving violation per year for the past 5 years
• No DUI or DWI convictions
• In the event that your license has been previously revoked, you must have at least 3 full subsequent years post reinstatement with no moving violations
• Must be able to pass DOT physical and pre-employment drug/alcohol screening
• No rail crossing convictions
• No careless or reckless driving convictions
• No driving while license is suspended or revoked
• No attempting to elude a police officer
• Valid authorization to work in the United States
• Must provide a resume with a minimum of 10 years work history

Skills:

• Ability to use a tablet, GPS, two-way radio, or other electronic device
• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality
• Ability to communicate with others and comprehend instructions
• Ability to understand highway traffic signs, signals, maps, manifests, and schedules
• Ability to obtain knowledge of FTA, ADA, and DOT regulations
• Familiarity with the main roadways and major highways in the service area

What You’ll Do:

• Provide safe and reliable transportation
• Demonstrate excellent defensive driving skills
• Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external stakeholders
• Must assist with passenger loading and unloading from vehicle
• Must assist with any mobility device and securement as required for safety protocols
• Ensure the on-time pick-up and drop off of the customer
• Demonstrates understanding and sensitivity to the needs of older adults and individuals with disabilities
• Complete thorough vehicle pre-trip, post-trip, and DVI inspections as required
• Complete paperwork as requiredUtilize tablets or electronic devices as required

MTM Transit is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

MTM Transit is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes diversity and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, familial status, marital status, economic status, political status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.

About Us

#MTMTRANSIT About Us As communities are challenged with increasing access while containing costs, MTM Transit strives to achieve these goals while focusing on what matters most: the passenger. Helping the disabled, elderly, and other transportation disadvantaged populations with their transit needs is the core of our operations. In 2009, MTM Health’s leadership team created MTM Transit to offer an unparalleled hands-on management approach for transportation needs. MTM Transit offers viable solutions that help public transit agencies connect the pieces of a community’s transportation options in an effort to increase fixed route utilization, reduce costs, and remove community barriers. We remain committed to providing quality transit services to individuals who, without reliable transportation, may be unable to take advantage of employment opportunities, get to the doctor, and access other community resources. Over the past 16 years, MTM Transit has grown responsibly by focusing on the passenger experience and providing unparalleled hands-on management.

Your Potential. Our Mission. At MTM Transit, you’re not just part of a team—you’re at the heart of a movement to remove community barriers nationwide. We’re all about breaking the mold with bold ideas, open conversations, and a relentless focus on what matters most: you. Here, collaboration sparks breakthroughs, learning fuels growth, and every voice shapes our future. Together, we thrive, push our limits, and work as team to help you reach your full potential.

Benefits without Barriers To show appreciation for our staff’s hard work and dedication, MTM offers more than just a paycheck. Our Total Rewards program is all encompassing, offering a wide variety of enticing benefits to ensure our employees and their families are rewarded. Limitless Growth Opportunities At MTM, your growth powers our movement. Our career development programs are designed to ignite your potential, sharpen your skills, and propel you toward a future where you don’t just succeed—you redefine what’s possible.

• Transit Trailblazer Maintenance Tech.
• Apprenticeships
• Art of Client Communication
• Cornerstone Program
• Bench Program
• Tech Bench Program
• Continuous Ed Reimbursement
• Safely Connecting Communities

At MTM Transit, every trip reflects our promise: safe, reliable, and exceptional service that drives independence and access.