Driver

Paycom; Needles (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom is seeking a bus operator in Needles, CA. The role involves safely transporting passengers, maintaining a courteous demeanor, and adhering to a strict schedule.

You will perform daily pre-trip inspections, wear a neat uniform, and cooperate with supervisors and teammates in a dynamic transportation environment. Requirements include a valid CDL with passenger endorsement and VTT verification, along with the ability to work varied shifts and long hours.

Qualifications

• Current valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• VTT (Transit Training verification) required.
• Passenger endorsement on CDL is required.
• Air brakes endorsement is required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Operates bus, transports passengers in a safe and timely manner.
• Communicates with and assists passengers as needed.
• Reports to work on time and adheres to a fixed schedule.
• Wear a uniform and maintain neat grooming standards.
• Drive a vehicle in traffic safely for 6–8 hours daily.
• Remain within route and follow supervisor guidance.
• Keep interior of the bus clean and conduct pre-trip inspections.
• Refrain from handling fare directly.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer interaction

Time management

Education

Current valid CDL

VTT (Transit Training verification)

Passenger endorsement

Air brakes

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: TC Needles - NEEDLES, CA 92363, Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Salary Range: $18.00 - $18.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Transportation

Summary

Operates bus, transports passengers in a safe and timely and courteous manner, communicates with and assist passengers by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned.

• Reports to work on time, as required.
• Work irregular hours and days, overtime, weekends, holidays, variable shifts, and evenings.
• Work to a very exact time schedule.
• Wear a uniform and comply with neat grooming and person hygiene standards.
• Drive a vehicle in traffic continuously and safely between six and eight hours a day.
• Deal with the public effectively.
• Be courteous, friendly and helpful toward all passengers and the public in general.
• Work as a cooperative team member with fellow employees and supervisors.
• Must not deviate from route at any time unless advised by a Supervisor.
• Must keep interior of the bus clean.
• Must complete a thorough Pre-Trip Inspection each day.
• Never personally handle fare.

Qualifications: Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Current Valid Commercial Drivers License.
• VTT (verification for Transit Training)
• Passenger endorsement
• Airbrakes

Other Position Requirements

• Must have a safe driving record: No more than two (2) Minor violations in the past thirty-six (36) months; No more than one (1) chargeable accidents in the past thirty-six (36) months; no Major violation in the past thirty-six (36) months.
• Must have never failed or refused to take a drug and/or alcohol test, without satisfactorily completing an FTA-approved substance abuse program.
• Ability to read, write and speak English sufficiently to understand street signs, maps, i.e. Thomas Guide, traffic signs and be able to satisfactorily complete reports and forms.
• Must satisfactorily complete and maintain the following: Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) assessment, pre-employment drug/alcohol tests, pre-employment DMV physical, background investigation, acquire DM certifications: VTT as required.
• Sitting for long periods of time from 2, 4, 8 or possibly 10 hours a day, during your shift while driving a bus.
• Releasing a hand brake, turning the steering wheel, getting into and out of the drivers seat, wearing a seatbelt, assisting wheelchair passengers boarding and un-boarding a bus, securing wheelchair using a 4-point system.
• Must abide by all company safety rules and guidelines.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.