Paratransit Driver.

First Student; Hasbrouck Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life ins.

401(k) Retirement Plan

Career Advancement Opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Guaranteed Minimum Hours

Job summary

First Student is hiring a Full Time Paratransit Access Link Driver in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ. You will transport passengers to appointments and run daily routes with a focus on safety and reliability. No experience is necessary; training is provided to become a safe Paratransit Driver.

This role offers paid training, comprehensive benefits, and guaranteed minimum hours weekly. Employees may be eligible for advancement opportunities across our network of locations in the U.S. and Canada.

Qualifications

• 21 years old minimum
• Valid driver2s license for at least 3 years
• Full-time schedule
• Enjoy working with people

Responsibilities

• Safely transport community members to and from appointments and errands
• Supervise boarding and unloading; assist with mobility aids
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Report mechanical issues and maintain bus cleanliness
• Follow traffic laws and safety standards
• Communicate with passengers, staff, and dispatch about delays
• Demonstrate leadership and customer service

Skills

Customer service

Safe driving

English proficiency

Job description

Now Hiring Full Time Paratransit Access Link Drivers - Hasbrouck Heights, NJ

As a Full Time Paratransit Access Link Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of our passengers.

No experience is necessary to become a Paratransit Access Link Driver. We are here to help you succeed with expert training and guidance to help you become a safe and professional First Student Paratransit Access Link Driver.

Paratransit Access Link Driver benefits:

• $21.00 hour after training completion for NON CDL; $21.00 per hour while training.
• We Train! Comprehensive professional driver training is provided, including instruction and qualifications on 15-passenger buses, resulting in increased experience and proficiency.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.
• Community Impact: Be a trusted figure for individuals and families.
• Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services.
• Guaranteed Minimum Hours: Get paid for 40 hours per week at minimum.
• Referral Bonus: $500.00

Your day as a Paratransit Driver will include:

• Safely transport of community members and neighbors to and from appointments, errands and everything in between.
• Supervise boarding and unloading at stops; assist citizens while entering the vehicle and with mobility aids.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections (brakes, lights, tires, emergency exits).
• Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus clean and sanitary.
• Obey all traffic laws and company safety standards.
• Communicate with passengers, staff, and dispatch about behavior or delays.
• Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills.

Paratransit Driver Jobs are Perfect For:

• Retirees looking for supplemental income
• Parents seeking work
• Veterans transitioning into civilian roles
• Anyone seeking a second career or flexible job
• Individuals who enjoy working with people

You might be a good fit as a Paratransit Driver if you:

• Are at least 21 years old
• Have a valid driver's license for at least 3 years
• Are looking for a full-time schedule
• Enjoy working with people

Note: This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Great Paratransit Driver often bring skills such as:

• Valid CDL License (Class A, B or C) with passenger endorsement
• History driving with ride share companies or taxi services
• Previous experience as social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, customer service, retail associate, care assistant or direct care worker.

Take the wheel and drive your career forward

with First Student! Make an impact in your community while enjoying guaranteed hours, great pay, good benefits and unmatched support. #Paratransit

Language Requirement

This role requires English proficiency. Federal, state, and local requirements, including U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, require training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications be conducted in English.

First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.