Driver - Linn, MO.

OATS Transit; Missouri; On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

403(b) Plan

Supplemental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

OATS Transit is a Missouri non-profit transportation provider serving seniors, individuals with disabilities, and the rural public. We hire drivers across Missouri for mini-vans, Ford Transits, and wide-body buses. Duties include assisting riders, securing mobility devices, performing inspections, and using a tablet for trip info.

Qualifications include 23+ years of age, CDL/Class E with ≤4 points, U.S. DOT physical, drug testing, and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Must be 23 years or older.
• CDL or Class E license required with no more than 4 points.
• Must pass U.S. DOT physical and road test.
• Must pass drug screening and random drug/alcohol testing.
• Bondable.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Experience with computer tablets is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist riders on and off the bus with respect and courtesy.
• Safely secure wheelchairs and mobility devices.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections; report issues.
• Use in-vehicle tablet for trip information and updates.
• Complete required paperwork and submit timely.

Skills

Customer service

Safety-focused

Physical fitness

Reliability

Teamwork

Independent work

Tools

Vehicle tablet use

CDL license

Job description

Driver Job DescriptionJoin 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.Non-Exempt, Hourly, Variable Hour EmployeeAs 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 bondableEvery 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