Livonia Van Driver

Dean Transportation; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid training

401(k) after 1 year

Benefits package

Job summary

Dean Transportation seeks a Chauffeur Van Driver to transport students and passengers safely to pickup and drop-off locations, including community programs and events.

Requirements include a minimum of five years’ driving experience, a chauffeur license, and the ability to pass background checks, physicals, and drug testing. Training and a strong safety focus are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of driving experience with no restrictions.
• Must obtain and maintain a chauffeur’s license.
• Background checks, physicals, and drug/alcohol testing required.
• Flexible scheduling and willingness to meet operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Plan routes and stop schedules per requests or charters.
• Conduct emergency evacuation drills as required.
• Instruct riders on safety and proper conduct.
• Drive defensively under various conditions and weather.
• Prioritize passenger safety in all operations.
• Build positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and management.
• Attend training sessions and workshops to improve performance.

Skills

Defensive driving

Passenger safety

Route planning

Emergency procedures

Education

Chauffeur Driver License

Tools

GPS navigation

Job description

Description

We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we offer flexible scheduling to meet your needs. We have a variety of shift options available—including day, evening, and weekend shifts. If you're seeking part-time hours, we’ll work with you to create a schedule that fits your needs.

• Earn up to $19.50 per hour, contingent upon program elections made at the time of hire.
• Flexible scheduling options are available, subject to operational needs.
• Paid training is provided and includes preparation for obtaining a Chauffeur Driver License.
• Benefits packages are available to eligible employees. Employer contribution levels vary based on established qualifying factors.
• A 401(k)-retirement plan is available after completion of one (1) year of service, contingent upon satisfying all other eligibility requirements.
• Employees play a vital role in contributing to a positive and meaningful experience for students/passengers every day.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Safely and reliably transport and assist passengers to and from their pickup and drop-off locations, including community-based programs, activities, and events. This may include, but is not limited to, medical transportation, school routes, and transporting senior citizens.

This position requires a minimum of five years of driving experience with no restrictions, as well as the ability to obtain and maintain a chauffeur’s license. Applicants must also meet all job-specific requirements, including background checks, physical examinations, and drug and alcohol testing.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of your assigned vehicle as required.
• Route passenger stops efficiently based on customer request and/or charter order.
• Conduct emergency evacuation drills as required.
• Instruct passenger riders regarding safety.
• Drive defensively under varying traffic conditions and inclement weather.
• Drive with safety of passengers as first priority.
• Establish favorable working relationships with student passengers, parents, school staff, co-workers, and company management.
• Achieve self-improvement by attending training sessions, annual in-service, and workshops conducted by company and/or other approved agencies.

SPECIFIC ABILITIES

• Operate non-commercial motor vehicle types and lift equipment, as assigned.
• Demonstrate knowledge of geographic service area of the routes traveled.
• Demonstrate knowledge of federal and state laws and local ordinances related to transportation.
• Deal with varying behaviors and characteristics of passengers.
• Be alert and exercise good judgment concerning emergencies and day-to-day operations.
• Able to conduct a vehicle evacuation drill as required by company.
• Keep accurate records and reports as required, submit in a legible condition, and turn in at the specified time.
• Act in an appropriate and professional manner at all times.
• Secure all equipment that is required for each passenger as prescribed in company policy.
• Able to lift, store, and disassemble/assemble wheelchairs of a maximum weight of 40 pounds and/or other ambulatory devices, luggage, or cargo required by passenger(s).

BODY MECHANICS OF CHAUFFEUR VAN DRIVER

Chauffeur Van Drivers are required through their employment to perform various physical tasks. These physical tasks require varying degrees of lifting, pulling, bending, and carrying of heavy objects. Some examples of these are:

• Opening and closing a vehicle hood and lifting the hood up to perform pre-trip requirements of the engine.
• Opening and closing of all vehicle doors.
• Bending, pushing and pulling to load and unload a wheelchair, luggage, or other cargo by exerting a maximum of 40 lb. of push/pull pressure.
• Bending, supporting, and otherwise physically helping passengers into and out of a vehicle.
• Carrying and lifting into and from the vehicle, personal articles and adaptive equipment of various weights and sizes.
• Bending and stretching for the cleaning and securement of equipment in the interior of the vehicle.
• Bend, stretch, pull, and drag all persons, equipment or other types of articles that would be of varying sizes and weight out of vehicle doors and/or emergency exits on demand.