Interdisciplinary Driver

Easterseals NH & VT; Manchester (NH); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 31.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life & disability insurance

PTO accrual from day one

Holidays

Descripción de la vacante

Easterseals NH & VT in Manchester, NH, is seeking an Interdisciplinary Driver who can operate school buses, vans, and community transportation vehicles. This role offers cross-training to support transportation needs throughout the year and may include school routes, community routes, field trips, and special assignments.

The position is full-time during the school year with shifts arranged around morning and afternoon routes.

Formación

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all required licenses, endorsements, and certifications as required for the job.
• Ability to pass all required background checks and drug and alcohol screenings.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with children, families, individuals with disabilities, older adults, and community members.
• Strong communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to complete required training in passenger assistance, student management, safety procedures, and emergency response.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on transportation needs.

Responsabilidades

• Safely operate school buses, vans, shuttle buses, and other assigned vehicles.
• Transport students to and from school, educational programs, extracurricular activities, and field trips.
• Transport community members, individuals with disabilities, older adults, and program participants to appointments, employment, community activities, and other destinations.
• Complete all required cross-training and maintain qualifications for both school transportation and community transportation assignments.
• Maintain compliance with all local, state, federal, and organizational transportation regulations.
• Maintain a safe driving record and remain within organizational motor vehicle program guidelines.
• Provide assistance to passengers entering, exiting, and securing themselves within the vehicle when appropriate.
• Safely operate wheelchair lifts, tie-down systems, child restraint systems, and other adaptive equipment as required.
• Maintain accurate route logs, pre- and post- trip inspection reports, mileage records, and incident documentation.
• Respond appropriately to accidents, emergencies, medical situations, and vehicle breakdowns.
• Support transportation operations by covering routes, driving substitute assignments, and assisting with special transportation needs.
• Maintain confidentiality of passenger information in accordance with organizational policies and applicable regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of transportation operations.

Conocimientos

Strong communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Flexibility

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Herramientas

CDL Certification

Descripción del empleo

Job Description:Easterseals NH is excited to announce a brand-new role for our Transportation Program an Interdisciplinary Driver! This position offers a unique opportunity for drivers to develop skills in both school bus transportation and community transportation services. Drivers will receive training and certification necessary to safely transport school-age children as well as older adults and individuals requiring specialized transportation services in the community. Cross-trained drivers provide flexibility in meeting transportation needs throughout the year and may be assigned to school routes, community routes, special trips, field trips, shuttle services, or other transportation assignmentsQualifications:High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.Ability to obtain and maintain all required licenses, endorsements, and certifications as required for the jobAbility to pass all required background checks and drug and alcohol screenings.Demonstrated ability to work effectively with children, families, individuals with disabilities, older adults, and community members.Strong communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills.Ability to complete required training in passenger assistance, student management, safety procedures, and emergency response.Ability to work a flexible schedule based on transportation needs.Essential Responsibilities:Safely operate school buses, vans, shuttle buses, and other assigned vehicles.Transport students to and from school, educational programs, extracurricular activities, and field trips.Transport community members, individuals with disabilities, older adults, and program participants to appointments, employment, community activities, and other destinations.Complete all required cross-training and maintain qualifications for both school transportation and community transportation assignments.Maintain compliance with all local, state, federal, and organizational transportation regulations.Maintain a safe driving record and remain within organizational motor vehicle program guidelines.Provide assistance to passengers entering, exiting, and securing themselves within the vehicle when appropriate.Safely operate wheelchair lifts, tie-down systems, child restraint systems, and other adaptive equipment as required.Maintain accurate route logs, pre- and post- trip inspection reports, mileage records, and incident documentation.Respond appropriately to accidents, emergencies, medical situations, and vehicle breakdowns.Support transportation operations by covering routes, driving substitute assignments, and assisting with special transportation needs.Maintain confidentiality of passenger information in accordance with organizational policies and applicable regulations.Perform other duties as assigned in support of transportation operations.Compensation: Starting rate is $21.50 hourly for qualified drivers. Candidates with CDL certification start at $22.50 hourly.Hours: This is a full-time (30+ hours), school-year position, Monday through Friday, with the following shifts: Morning – 6am-9:30am Mid-Afternoon – 11:30am-1pm Afternoon – 1:30pm-4:30pmWhat’s in it for you? We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including:Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & DisabilityPTO begins accruing on your first day!10 Paid Holidays – includes a floating holiday of your choice403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%Tuition reimbursement after one year of employmentStudent loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employmentWellness programs: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessationWe are proud to be a recovery-friendly workplace and a NH Veteran-Friendly Business.To learn more about this role, please click on the blue “Apply Now” button below to submit your application. Have questions about the role? Schedule time to chat with our Talent Acquisition Specialist, Bill: www.calendly.com/eastersealsnh-bill/15minDifficulty submitting your application or scheduling time to chat? ContactBill at 603.670.6817 or email [e-mail]