PARA TRANSIT DRIVER

STA Family of Companies; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company is seeking a Para-transit driver in Manitowoc, WI to operate a van on designated routes, ensuring clients are transported safely. Responsibilities include daily vehicle inspections, maintaining discipline among passengers, and adhering to company policies. Qualified candidates must have a High School Diploma, a Class D Commercial Drivers License, and three years of driving experience. This role promotes inclusivity and equal opportunity in hiring.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age with 3 years of driving experience.
• State of Wisconsin Class D Commercial Drivers License required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in operating vehicles including wheelchair lifts.

Responsibilities

• Drive a van daily over designated routes.
• Perform daily inspections of vans and associated equipment.
• Maintain order and discipline among clients.
• Follow company policies regarding client management.

Skills

Driving experience

Client management

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location: Manitowoc, WI 71 Albert Dr Manitowoc, WI 54220, USA

A Para-transit driver is a person who, under the supervision of a manager, supervisor, dispatcher, or trainer, operates a van over routes transporting clients to and from designated locations. May work with disruptive or assaultive passengers. Drivers may also work with severely handicapped individuals.

Responsibilities

• Drive a Van daily over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, loading and unloading clients at designated locations.
• Perform daily inspections of Vans and associated equipment prior to transportation of passengers.
• Maintain good order and discipline among passengers or clients.
• Follow company policies regarding client management and relations with passengers, medical practitioners, medical facilities, and the public in general.
• Keep records and submit reports as required.
• Report all mechanical deficiencies in writing promptly.
• Conduct safe riding instruction as directed.
• All other duties as assigned.
• State of Wisconsin Class D Commercial Drivers License.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the operation of assigned vehicles including extra equipment such as wheelchair lifts under all road and weather conditions.

Preferred Employment Standards

• High School Diploma or the equivalent.
• Must be at least 21 years of age with 3 years driving experience.

Physical Requirements

• Climbing (F)
• Walking (O)
• Pushing/Pulling (R)
• Reaching (R)
• Repetitive Motions (F)
• Talking (R)
• Hearing (F)
• Stooping/Stretching (O)
• Standing (O)
• Lifting (O)
• Combination of Above (R)

Frequency Ratings

• Rarely (1% of the time or less)
• Occasionally (2-15% of the time)
• Regularly (16-40% of the time)
• Frequently (41-100% of the time)

STA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants; Returning military are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Must be eligible to work in the US without restrictions.

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