Driver

Leesel Transportation; City of Dunkirk (NY); On-site; USD 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training for CDL

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

Leesel Transportation is seeking a dedicated Driver to join our team in Dunkirk, NY. The role involves transporting clients safely, performing pre-trip inspections, and maintaining vehicle cleanliness. A valid NYS CDL with passenger endorsement is required, but we offer paid training for obtaining this.

This position operates Monday through Friday, with potential weekend shifts depending on demand. We value dependability, punctuality, and a strong commitment to client safety.

Qualifications

• Driver license is necessary; paid training for obtaining CDL is provided.
• NYS-DMV 19A qualified or able to obtain.
• Must be at least 21 years old and hold a valid DOT medical card.

Responsibilities

• Transport clients safely during AM and PM shifts.
• Perform pre and post-trip inspections to ensure safety.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch on any issues.

Skills

Empathy towards clients

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Dependability and punctuality

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Valid NYS Drivers' License – CDL Class 'C' or higher with passenger endorsement

Tools

Transportation and logistics software

Electronics and tablets

Job description

Cedar Bus Company LLC

Embark on a rewarding career journey with us – a company proudly recognized as one of the BEST Companies to Work for US News & World Report Overall 2025-2026!

A Driver is responsible for transporting clients from their pickup point to their destination in a timely and safe manner. Using a vehicle to successfully transport people, performing pre-trip inspections, performing child checks post-route, and keeping their vehicle within DOT regulations are the most important tasks of the driver.

No CDL, no worries. We offer paid training to help you obtain your CDL and Passenger endorsement. Training is paid at $15.97 per hour. Once you become fully credentialed you will be paid $17.51 per hour.

Already have your CDL with P endorsement you are paid $17.51 per hour immediately.

The Transportation Driver is responsible for transporting clients in a safe and efficient manner consistent with the organizational mission and vision and in compliance with company policy, state and federal DOT regulations and applicable laws. Specific responsibilities include driving company vehicles, interacting with clients, program personnel, and client support staff in the field, communicating with dispatch in a clear and concise manner, and maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor in the field.

This position generally follows a typical Monday through Friday work week and is considered a split shift position with AM runs in the morning and PM runs in the afternoon into the evening. However, there are some situations that would dictate otherwise as required by customer demand such as charters, med runs, or shuttle runs. This has the potential to include weekend work per request.

Working Conditions

Varied, per the nature of this job, drivers can expect to spend 90-95% of their time on the road. Other time spent will be at the site location, training, cleaning and assisting the operation as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure transportation and workplace safety policies are in compliance with company, state and federal regulations.
• Safely transport clients to and from programs in the mornings and afternoons
• Obey all applicable vehicle and traffic laws
• Perform pre and post trip inspections of the bus before and after each run and report any defects to management
• Ensure that the bus is kept cleaned and fueled as well as fluids being topped off
• Ensure safety of all clients. This includes securing wheelchair bound clients as well as operating the wheelchair lift.
• Keep your routes updated and dispatch abreast of any issues that may arise (e.g. running behind schedule)
• Clean bus daily and proper usage of PPE
• Report all disciplinary issues to operations management so appropriate measures can be taken
• Assist clients with getting on and off the bus as needed
• Be flexible and drive other vehicles and routes as needed
• Work as a member of a team – with monitors, operations staff, and customers
• Attend periodic regular safety trainings
• Must be dependable and punctual
• All other job duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager and/or his or her designee.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Must possess driver license
• Valid NYS Drivers’ License – CDL Class "C" or higher with passenger endorsement or CLP (We offer paid training if you do not have this currently).
• NYS-DMV 19A qualified (or able to obtain).
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Have a valid DOT medical card or the ability to obtain one
• Ability to pull and push 250 lbs. and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time and bend to secure wheelchair bound clients
• Ability to display empathy towards clients
• Willingness to grow within the company

Preferred Qualifications

• Applicable transportation industry experience
• Experience with transportation, logistics, or navigation software
• Experience using electronics and tablets
• Experience in transporting individuals who have developmental disabilities
• First aid qualified

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.

Over the past 15 years, our commitment to quality and focus on innovation has allowed us to develop into the largest non-emergency health and human services transporter in New York State. We approach transportation with the understanding that collaboration is crucial to creating a better care delivery model. As an organization, we take great pride in providing individuals with disabilities access to various places in our community through transportation services.