Driver - Salem

MTM, Inc; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

CDL prep assistance

Paid training

Paid holidays

PTO

401(k) match

Career growth

Job summary

MTM Transit in Salem, OR is hiring full-time drivers to operate ADA Paratransit, Shop & Ride and Fixed Regional routes. Training classes start every other week at 2195 Hyacinth NE, Salem, OR.

You will provide safe transportation, assist passengers, and ensure on-time pickups with a focus on accessibility for older adults and individuals with disabilities. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 21+ years old, and a valid Oregon Class B CDL with passenger endorsement or ability to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be 21+ years old.
• Oregon Class B CDL with passenger endorsement or ability to obtain license.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and reliable transportation.
• Demonstrate defensive driving skills.
• Provide excellent customer service to stakeholders.
• Assist with passenger loading and unloading.
• Assist with mobility device and securement as required for safety protocols.
• Ensure on-time pick-up and drop-off.
• Complete vehicle inspections and required paperwork.
• Utilize tablets or electronic devices as required.

Skills

Tablet use

Confidentiality

Communication

Maps & signs

Regulations knowledge

Area familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Make a Difference At MTM Transit, you’re not just part of a team—you’re at the heart of a movement to remove community barriers nationwide. We’re all about breaking the mold with bold ideas, open conversations, and a relentless focus on what matters most: you. Here, collaboration sparks breakthroughs, learning fuels growth, and every voice shapes our future. Together, we thrive, push our limits, and work as team to help you reach your full potential. At MTM Transit, it is never just a ride, it's personal. We understand that our passengers deserve personalized attention and exceptional care and to us, every trip is important. We have exciting opportunities to join our growing team where your work has a direct impact on the communities we serve. Our company culture is one of innovation, collaboration, and growth. If you are passionate, driven, and ready to join a team where your work will directly transform and shape our industry, then we want to talk to you! MTM Transit, in partnership with the Salem Area Mass Transit, is looking for Full Time Drivers to operate the ADA Paratransit, Shop & Ride and Fixed Regional routes in Salem, OR. We currently have training classes that start every other week! Location: 2195 Hyacinth NE Suit 170 Salem, OR 97301 Why make the move to MTM Transit?

Hourly Rate

$22.51 per hour

Benefits

• 95% employer paid (Medical, Dental and Vision)
• Assistance with CDL preparation and test
• Affordable benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision
• Paid Training & Overtime
• Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Internal career growth opportunities

What you’ll need

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must possess a valid Oregon Class B CDL with passenger endorsement or ability to obtain Valid U.S. Driver's License for the past 5 years
• No more than five (5) moving violations in three (3) years
• No more than two (2) at-fault or chargeable accidents in the past five (5) years
• No suspension or revocations of driving privileges within the past (5) years (This does not pertain to any commercial or CDL downgrades.)
• No conviction in the last 10 years of: a felony, drug and alcohol offense. Reckless driving, hit & run, leaving the scene of an accident, negligent driving, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, vehicular assault or homicide.
• No DWI/DUI charges
• Must be able to pass DOT physical and pre-employment drug/alcohol screening
• Must pass criminal background check investigation & Motor Vehicle record check
• Valid authorization to work in the United States
• Must provide a resume with a minimum of 10 years work history

Skills

• Ability to use a tablet, GPS, two-way radio, or other electronic device
• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality
• Ability to communicate with others and comprehend instructions
• Ability to understand highway traffic signs, signals, maps, manifests, and schedules
• Ability to obtain knowledge of FTA, ADA, and DOT regulations
• Familiarity with the main roadways and major highways in the service area

What You’ll Do

• Provide safe and reliable transportation
• Demonstrate excellent defensive driving skills
• Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external stakeholders
• Must assist with passenger loading and unloading from vehicle
• Must assist with any mobility device and securement as required for safety protocols
• Ensure the on-time pick-up and drop off of the customer
• Demonstrates understanding and sensitivity to the needs of older adults and individuals with disabilities
• Complete thorough vehicle pre-trip, post-trip, and DVI inspections as required
• Complete paperwork as required
• Utilize tablets or electronic devices as required

MTM Transit is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

MTM Transit is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes diversity and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, familial status, marital status, economic status, political status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.

About Us

As communities are challenged with increasing access while containing costs, MTM Transit strives to achieve these goals while focusing on what matters most: the passenger. Helping the disabled, elderly, and other transportation disadvantaged populations with their transit needs is the core of our operations. In 2009, MTM Health’s leadership team created MTM Transit to offer an unparalleled hands-on management approach for transportation needs. MTM Transit offers viable solutions that help public transit agencies connect the pieces of a community’s transportation options in an effort to increase fixed route utilization, reduce costs, and remove community barriers. We remain committed to providing quality transit services to individuals who, without reliable transportation, may be unable to take advantage of employment opportunities, get to the doctor, and access other community resources. Over the past 16 years, MTM Transit has grown responsibly by focusing on the passenger experience and providing unparalleled hands-on management.

Your Potential. Our Mission. At MTM Transit, you’re not just part of a team—you’re at the heart of a movement to remove community barriers nationwide. We’re all about breaking the mold with bold ideas, open conversations, and a relentless focus on what matters most: you. Here, collaboration sparks breakthroughs, learning fuels growth, and every voice shapes our future. Together, we thrive, push our limits, and work as team to help you reach your full potential.

Benefits without Barriers

To show appreciation for our staff’s hard work and dedication, MTM offers more than just a paycheck. Our Total Rewards program is all encompassing, offering a wide variety of enticing benefits to ensure our employees and their families are rewarded.

Limitless Growth Opportunities

At MTM, your growth powers our movement. Our career development programs are designed to ignite your potential, sharpen your skills, and propel you toward a future where you don’t just succeed—you redefine what’s possible. Transit Trailblazer Maintenance Tech. Apprenticeships Art of Client Communication Cornerstone Program Bench Program Tech Bench Program Continuous Ed Reimbursement Safely Connecting Communities At MTM Transit, every trip reflects our promise: safe, reliable, and exceptional service that drives independence and access.