CDL Patient Transport & Shuttle Driver

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Montrose (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in NY state seeks a Motor Vehicle Operator to provide transportation for patients, family members, and supplies across the medical center complex and local areas.

You will drive a range of gasoline/diesel vehicles, perform basic maintenance, and maintain detailed trip and fuel records. The role requires a valid CDL with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements and the ability to work with minimal supervision, in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Selective Placement Factor (SPF) requires CDL with Passenger Endorsement and Air Brake Endorsement.
• Experience operating gasoline/diesel vehicles up to 32,000 pounds to transport people and cargo.
• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision and comply with safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operates a variety of motor vehicles including cargo vans, trucks, and buses up to 32,000 pounds GVW.
• Transports patients, family members, supplies, equipment, and cargo within the medical center area.
• Performs required operator maintenance and maintains service records.
• Completes delivery records, trip tickets, and accident reports when needed.
• Maintains fuel and service records; understands weight limits and road restrictions.
• Uses a Mobile Data Computer (MDC) for GPS and dispatcher communication; coordinates with scheduler.

Skills

Drive Safely

Interpret Instructions

Motor Vehicles

Reliability & Dependability

Work Practices

Tools

Mobile Data Computer (MDC)

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in NY state seeks a Motor Vehicle Operator to provide transportation for patients, family members, and supplies across the medical center complex and local areas.

You will drive a range of gasoline/diesel vehicles, perform basic maintenance, and maintain detailed trip and fuel records. The role requires a valid CDL with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements and the ability to work with minimal supervision, in a dynamic healthcare setting.