Driver - Harrisonville, MO.

OATS; Harrisonville (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

403(b) Tax-Deferred Annuity Plan

Supplemental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

OATS is hiring drivers in Harrisonville, MO to operate mini-vans, Transits, and buses for community transportation services. You will assist riders, secure mobility devices, and ensure vehicle safety and cleanliness while performing pre/post-trip inspections.

The role requires a valid CDL/Class E with clean record, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and compliance with DOT and company policies. Training is provided, with day shifts and non-exempt hours.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 23 years old.
• CDL or Class E license with no more than 4 points.
• Must pass U.S. DOT physical and road test.
• Must take and pass drug screening, and undergo random testing.
• Must be bondable and able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Experience using a vehicle tablet is a plus.
• Flexible to adjust to different schedules and routes.

Responsibilities

• Drive assigned routes on mini-vans, Ford Transits or a wide body bus.
• Assist riders on/off the vehicle with respect and safety.
• Safely secure wheelchairs and mobility devices and follow procedures.
• Maintain excellent vehicle cleanliness and report issues.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and document results.
• Complete required paperwork and attend training.
• Comply with all rules and regulations.

Skills

Defensive driving

Customer service mindset

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Education

High School

Tools

In-vehicle tablet experience

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Harrisonville, Mo - Cass County - Harrisonville, MO 64701

Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $17.01 - $17.01 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Driver

Non-Exempt, Hourly, Variable Hour Employee

Driver Job Description

Join a team that is making a difference in your community! OATS Transit is a non-profit transportation provider serving thousands of seniors, individuals with disabilities and the rural general public in Missouri. We are hiring for drivers throughout Missouri who are assigned to mini-vans, Ford Transits or a wide body bus.

As an OATS Transit driver you will:

• Treat riders with respect, dignity and courtesy; drivers are required to assist all riders on and off the bus.
• Safely secure wheelchairs and other mobility devices and follow all applicable procedures.
• Be responsible for the excellent condition and cleanliness of an assigned OATS vehicle and equipment.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, and report issues for repairs.
• Utilize in-vehicle tablet to receive trip information, updates and validate pick-up and drop-off times.
• Complete required paperwork and submit to regional office in timely manner.
• Attend routine paid training.
• Comply with federal/state/company rules and regulations.

Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 23 years of age.
• Class E or CDL license is required with no more than 4 points assessed.
• Must be able to pass a U.S. DOT physical and road test.
• Must take and pass drug screening, and undergo random drug/alcohol testing.
• Must be bondable
• Every driver is required to use a computer tablet in their vehicle, so computer experience a plus.
• Have a proactive, helpful, can-do attitude with the flexibility to adjust to different schedules and routes.
• Neat, organized, able to work independently.
• This is an active job that requires many physical demands including sitting, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying. Must be able to lift and carry packages up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

OATS offers a variety of benefits to their employees:

• Holidays- 13 company-paid holidays observed.
• Paid Time Off - Program is based on hours worked.
• Health Insurance- Available after 90th day (excellent rates for spouse & family coverage too.)
• Dental Insurance- Employee premium as low as $5/month.
• Vision Insurance - Employee premium as low as $8/month.
• Life Insurance- Company-paid life insurance for employees working 22+ hours/week.
• Flexible Spending Account- Cafeteria Plan, Section 125.
• 403(b) Tax-Deferred Annuity Plan- Voluntary retirement plan, no company match.
• Supplemental Insurance- Employee pays full premium.
• Employee Assistance Program