Driver

Sound Generations; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer contribution

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Sound Generations seeks full-time Paratransit Drivers to support the Hyde Shuttle Program in King County, WA. No CDL required. Drive a paratransit van, assist seniors and individuals with disabilities, and uphold safety and reliability in daily operations.

Responsibilities include vehicle inspections, passenger assistance, and thorough record keeping. Benefits include comprehensive coverage and a 401k, with a schedule of Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week, in a community-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8th grade education or equivalent.
• Five years driving experience.
• Must be at least 25 years old.
• Must have a valid Washington State driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Must pass pre-employment screenings (DOT Physical, Drug and Alcohol Tests).

Responsibilities

• Operate paratransit van on schedule to locations across King County, ensuring safety and passenger comfort.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report safety concerns to supervisor.
• Greet and assist passengers, operate wheelchair lift, and escort to buildings.
• Clean interior daily and refuel as needed.
• Complete and maintain required paperwork including trips and incidents.
• Maintain a clean driving record with no major violations.
• Discharge other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Safe driving

Communication

Technology use

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

WHO is Sound Generations?

We are a comprehensive non-profit organization that serves older adults and people with disabilities in King County. Our mission is to partner with older adults to provide accessible and inclusive services so they can age their way.

We are currently seeking Full-Time Paratransit Drivers to join our Hyde Shuttle Program in King County, WA! Areas. No CDL license required.

Operate a paratransit van to transport seniors and individual with disabilities of all ages to destinations throughout King County. Provide excellent customer service while efficiently and safely transporting passengers to their destinations as scheduled. Regularly conduct vehicle inspections and maintain records. Comply with all city, county, state, federal and program rules, laws, policies, procedure and regulations.

Benefits:

• Employer funded Medical, Dental, Basic Vision, Life and Disability insurance coverage for the employee.
• 401k with employer contribution without employee required contribution.
• 3 weeks paid vacation, paid sick leave, 13 paid holidays (11 scheduled and 2 floating holidays/personal days).
• Health savings account contribution by employer, Flexible Spending Account, Commuter benefits and more!

Pay: $23.28 Hourly

Schedule : Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities:

• Operate paratransit van in various traffic and environmental conditions, on schedule to various locations throughout King County in a safe, timely manner. Observe all safety precautions; communicate with other drivers and the dispatch center using a two-way radio or cell phone.
• Conduct a daily vehicle inspection of assigned vehicle prior to each use and post-trip inspection at the end of each shift. Report all vehicle safety concerns and malfunctions to supervisor.
• Greet, assist and secure passengers. Provide assistance as needed, such as opening doors, operating wheelchair lift, and escorting to buildings. Assure passenger safety and respond to passenger illness or other medical problems as needed.
• Clean vehicle interior on a daily basis including sweeping floors, wiping windows and sanitization. Refuel vehicle regularly.
• Complete and maintain required paperwork, including accurately reporting all trips, accidents, unsafe sites, and passenger safety concerns to supervisor.
• Maintain citation and (at fault) accident-free driving record.
• Assume and effectively discharge other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum 8th grade education OR equivalent.
• Five (5) years driving experience.
• Must be at least 25 years of age, for insurance purposes.
• Must have a valid Washington State driver's license, clean driving record AND no convictions of a serious traffic violation in the past five (5) years.
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings such as DOT Physical, Drug and Alcohol Tests and maintain compliance with city, state and FTA regulations throughout employment.
• Ability to use technology such as phone, tablet, and radio effectively.

Sound Generations is an equal opportunity employer, and we value our diverse workforce. We welcome everyone who is interested in serving our local communities. Please contact our HR Team at [e-mail] for help with accommodations or if you have any questions.

Note: We do not provide sponsorship for work visa or work authoriza tions.