Driver - Para Transit Sub

OCCK, Inc.; Abilene (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

OCCK, Inc. in Abilene, KS is seeking a professional bus driver to operate routes safely and courteously, ensuring passenger safety and comfort while adhering to company policies and vehicle standards. Candidates must have a clean driving record, at least 21 years old, three years driving experience, and a Kansas CDL with Passenger endorsement (or ability to obtain within 30 days).

You will report issues and assist passengers to foster positive public relations. OCCK, Inc.

Qualifications

• Must have a safe driving record.
• Must have three years driving experience.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must have Kansas CDL with Passenger endorsement or ability to obtain it within 30 days of employment.
• Must have a proven work history.
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow oral directions.
• Ability to read a road map.
• Experience in driving a school bus or public transportation bus preferred.
• Must meet the eligibility requirements of the auto insurance company providing coverage for OCCK vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Operate a bus to transport passengers safely and courteously.
• Drive defensively and respond to emergencies to ensure passenger safety.
• Follow established company policies regarding passenger transport, vehicle safety and appearance.
• Report mechanical, traffic, or behavioral problems encountered.
• Assist passengers to maintain positive public relations with the passengers in the provision of ongoing transportation services.

Skills

Defensive driving

Communication skills

Reading maps

Public transportation experience

Education

Kansas CDL with Passenger endorsement

Three years driving experience

Job description

The driver is responsible for operating a bus to transport passengers in a safe and courteous manner according to the assigned route.

• Responsible for driving defensively and reacting to emergency situations to ensure the safety of the passengers and the safety of the general public.
• Responsible for following established company policies and procedures regarding the transportation of passengers, vehicle safety and appearance
• Responsible for reporting of mechanical, traffic, or behavioral problems encountered;
• Responsible for assisting passengers, if needed, to maintain positive public relations with the passengers in the provision of ongoing transportation services.

Requirements

• Must have a safe driving record.
• Must have three years driving experience.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must have Kansas Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger endorsement or ability to obtain it within 30 days of employment.
• Must have a proven work history.
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow oral directions.
• Ability to read a road map.
• Experience in driving a school bus or public transportation bus preferred.
• Must meet the eligibility requirements of the auto insurance company providing coverage for OCCK vehicles

Equal Opportunity Employer

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