Day Shift Paratransit Driver

Transit Team; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life

Early wage access

Job summary

Beacon Mobility’s Transit Team in Minneapolis is hiring drivers for Metro Mobility services. You will safely operate vehicles, assist riders, and follow routes and schedules while delivering courteous, reliable service to the elderly and people with disabilities.

We offer paid training, yearly pay increases, paid time off, medical, dental, vision & life insurance, 401(k) with company match, and early wage access through Tapcheck.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Valid Minnesota driver’s license with at least 1 year of driving experience.
• Safe and satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to pass a background check and 5-panel drug screen.
• Ability to complete and pass a DOT physical.
• Familiarity with the Twin Cities metro area preferred.
• No CDL? We provide paid training to help you become a successful member of our team.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Metro Mobility vehicle.
• Provide outstanding customer service to passengers.
• Assist riders entering and exiting the vehicle when needed.
• Secure mobility devices and wheelchairs safely.
• Follow assigned routes and schedules.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and professional environment for all passengers.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

English communication

Route knowledge

DOT compliance

Job description

Transit Team, Inc.Make a Difference Every Day. Get Paid to Help People.Pay $23.00 per hourLocation Minneapolis, MNAfternoon / Evening Shift OpportunitiesSunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PMSchedules vary based on route and operational needs.ResponsibilitiesSafely operate a Metro Mobility vehicleProvide outstanding customer service to passengersAssist riders entering and exiting the vehicle when neededSecure mobility devices and wheelchairs safelyFollow assigned routes and schedulesConduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspectionsMaintain a safe, respectful, and professional environment for all passengersWhy Join Transit Team? Paid Training Yearly Pay Increases Paid Holidays Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Early Wage Access Through Tapcheck Supportive Leadership Team Opportunities for Growth and AdvancementAt Transit Team, you'll be more than an employee. Our managers maintain an open-door culture where team members are seen, heard, supported, and valued.QualificationsMust be 21 years of age or olderValid Minnesota driver's license with at least 1 year of driving experienceSafe and satisfactory driving recordAbility to read, write, and communicate in EnglishAbility to pass a background check and 5-panel drug screenAbility to complete and pass a DOT physicalFamiliarity with the Twin Cities metro area preferredAbility to safely perform the essential duties of the position, including walking, bending, sitting, standing, and assisting passengers as neededNo CDL? No Problem!We provide paid training to help you become a successful member of our team.Join a company that puts people first and help provide independence, mobility, and connection to members of our community who depend on us every day.Every ride matters. Come make a difference with Transit Team.Beacon Mobility is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Beacon Mobility makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.Transit Team is the largest paratransit provider in the state of Minnesota.For more than 65 years, we have led the region in providing safe, reliable and exceptional service to the elderly and people with disabilities all across the Twin Cities metropolitan area. It is truly a privilege to provide independence to the passengers we consider family.