Part Time Van Driver

APPLE BUS COMPANY; Kalamazoo (MI); In loco; USD 20.000 - 28.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) Plan

Career advancement opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Descrizione del lavoro

First Student is hiring a Part Time Paratransit Van Driver in Kalamazoo, Michigan. You will safely transport community members to appointments and errands, assisting with boarding and mobility aids. A chauffeur license and a minimum of 3 years with a valid license are required.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and opportunities for career advancement across hundreds of locations. This role offers a flexible part-time schedule and a supportive team environment.

Competenze

• At least 21 years old.
• Must have a chauffeur license.
• Looking for a flexible part-time schedule.
• Must have a valid driver’s license for at least 3 years.

Mansioni

• Safely transport community members to appointments, errands and other activities.
• Assist passengers getting on/off and with mobility aids.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Report any vehicle issues and keep the vehicle clean and sanitary.
• Follow all traffic laws and safety standards.
• Communicate with passengers, staff and dispatch about delays or behavior.
• Demonstrate strong customer service and leadership during daily operations.

Formazione

Chauffeur license

Descrizione del lavoro

Now Hiring Part Time School Van Drivers - Kalamazoo, Michigan!

As a First Student Part Time Paratransit Van Driver you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the passengers you transport.

Paratransit Van Driver benefits:

• Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications
• Hourly Rate: $17.50 Training Hourly Rate: $17.50 per hour
• 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.

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

• Are at least 21 years old
• Must have chauffeur license
• Are looking for a flexible part-time schedule
• Enjoy helping people in the community
• Have a valid driver’s license for at least 3 years

Your day as a Paratransit Van 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 Van 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
• History driving with ride share companies or taxi services
• Previous experience as a teacher, social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, or customer service or retail associate.

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.

Language Requirement This role requires English proficiency.

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.

MISSION Provide unmatched care and the safest ride to school, so when students arrive, they start and end their day with an exceptional experience and are ready to achieve their full potential.

FOCUS ON SAFETY Safety is at the heart of everything we do

CARE FOR OUR STUDENTS Ensure our vehicles are welcoming and trusted places where students feel comfortable and secure

SURPASS CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS Go the extra mile to deliver an extraordinary experience for our customers and communities

FOSTER TEAMWORK Work together, act with integrity, respect each other, champion diversity and inclusion

SET THE HIGHEST STANDARDS Continually seek a better way to do things with innovation, sustainable practices, financial discipline, commercial excellence, and operational excellence