Paratransit Service Employee

First Student, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Birthday paid

Wage increases

Life insurance

Boot allowance

401(k)

Career growth

Job summary

GVC II, part of the First Student family, is seeking a Paratransit Quality Control Specialist to support daily fleet readiness, inspections, and facility operations.

This full-time role offers varied shifts, $20/hour, and benefits including union medical, vacation, and retirement plans. Candidates should be 21+, hold a high school diploma, and be detail‑oriented and safety‑minded.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Dependable, punctual, and safety‑focused.
• Physically active work in indoor and outdoor environments.
• Flexible schedules, including weekends/holidays.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate records.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Fuel, inspect, and reposition paratransit vehicles across the facility.
• Conduct vehicle condition checks and identify damage or issues.
• Maintain fueling, inspection, and inventory records.
• Assist with interior and exterior vehicle cleaning.
• Keep parking areas, fueling stations, yards, and facilities clean.
• Respond to fuel spills and safety concerns per procedures.
• Communicate defects, hazards, and concerns to supervisors.
• Provide fleet and yard support to maintain daily operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Flexibility

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Paratransit Service Employee

Location: Bronx, NY
Company: GVC II
Employment Type: Full-Time | Varied Shifts
Pay: $20 per hour

Why First Student?

At GVC II, part of the First Student family, we take pride in providing safe, reliable transportation services to the communities we serve. Our maintenance and quality control teams play a vital role in keeping our paratransit fleet safe, clean, and ready for daily operations.

We're looking for dependable, detail-oriented individuals to join our team as Paratransit Service Employee (Quality Control Specialists). This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on fleet experience while building a career in the transportation industry.

What We Offer

• Union medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid vacation and personal time off
• Paid birthday and designated holidays
• Scheduled wage increases
• Life insurance
• Boot allowance
• Union 401(k) retirement plan
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

What You'll Do

As a Paratransit Quality Control Specialist, you'll support daily fleet readiness, vehicle inspections, and facility operations to help ensure our vehicles are prepared to provide safe, dependable service.

Key responsibilities include:

• Fuel, inspect, and reposition paratransit vehicles throughout the facility.
• Conduct vehicle condition checks, identifying visible damage, fluid issues, and other concerns.
• Maintain accurate fueling, inspection, and inventory records.
• Assist with interior and exterior vehicle cleaning to maintain fleet presentation standards.
• Keep parking areas, fueling stations, yards, and maintenance facilities clean and organized.
• Respond to fuel spills and other facility concerns in accordance with safety procedures.
• Communicate vehicle defects, safety hazards, and operational concerns to supervisors.
• Provide general fleet and yard support as needed to maintain efficient daily operations.

What We're Looking For

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Dependable, punctual, and committed to workplace safety.
• Comfortable performing physically active work in indoor and outdoor environments.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, and extended hours as needed.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and contribute to a team environment.

Why Join GVC II?

At GVC II, your work makes a difference every day. Quality Control Specialists help ensure that vehicles are ready to serve passengers who rely on safe, accessible transportation.

This position also provides valuable experience for individuals interested in advancing into roles such as Mechanic, Maintenance Supervisor, or Paratransit Driver.

With comprehensive union benefits, opportunities to develop new skills, and the support of an established transportation organization, you'll have the opportunity to build a lasting career.

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.