Paratransit Driver

Black & White Transportation; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Full time

Job summary

A transportation service provider is seeking Paratransit Drivers in Toledo, Ohio. This role involves transporting wheelchair users and assisting individuals with disabilities during trips. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license, be at least 25 years old, and possess compassion and patience. The starting pay is $15 per hour with flexible scheduling options.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Must be at least 25 years of age.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate company vehicles equipped for wheelchair accessibility.
• Transport passengers to medical appointments and therapy sessions.
• Provide assistance to passengers entering and exiting vehicles.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Professionalism

Job description

Black & White Transportation is proud to serve the community and provide the highest quality of transportation to our customers. We offer a variety of career opportunities, and we have many positions to suit your goals.

Locally Owned and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business

We are seeking professional and caring Paratransit Drivers to join our team. In this role, you will transport wheelchair users and patients who require non-emergency medical transportation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate company vehicles equipped for wheelchair accessibility.
• Transport passengers to medical appointments, therapy, community events, and other approved destinations.
• Provide assistance to passengers entering and exiting vehicles, including securing wheelchairs and mobility devices.
• Ensure the safety and comfort of all passengers during trips.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and conduct pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections.
• Follow assigned routes, schedules, and dispatch instructions.
• Deliver friendly, professional, and respectful customer service at all times.

Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Must be at least 25 years of age.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
• Compassion, patience, and professionalism when working with individuals with disabilities and medical needs.

Physical Demands:

• May require prolonged sitting or standing.
• Requires normal or corrected vision.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs occasionally.
• Involves frequent reaching, bending, pushing, stooping, and lifting when assisting passengers in and out of vehicles.
• Full range of body motion required.

Compensation:

• This position starts at $15.00/hour.
• Flexible scheduling options.

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol testing regulations (49 CFR Part 655) requires all individuals performing safety-sensitive functions to submit to drug and alcohol testing as a condition of performing such work. All independent contractors who wish to complete trips from our accounts must meet this regulation.

Black & White Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.