Passenger Transport Driver - Safe, Courteous Service

Friendship-House; Carbondale (PA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Friendship-House in Pennsylvania seeks a professional driver to transport clients safely using gasoline or diesel vehicles, strictly following PA DOT rules. You will inspect vehicles before trips, prepare trip reports, assist passengers during boarding and transfers, and maintain comfort by regulating climate controls.

You will also handle wheelchair loading and small package handling, while reporting any delays or incidents promptly.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current PA Driver's License.
• Knowledge of first-aid procedures and CPR.

Responsibilities

• Operate gasoline or diesel powered multi-passenger vehicles to transport passengers in a safe manner.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and report malfunctions to supervisor.
• Prepare and submit trip reports with passenger counts, trip purpose, mileage, etc.
• Assist passengers with boarding, de-boarding, and transfers as needed.
• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilation for passenger comfort; keep vehicle clean after trips.
• Assist with wheelchair loading/unloading and small packages as needed.
• Report delays, accidents, or other transportation situations to the program director promptly.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Vehicle inspection

Routing & maps

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

First aid/CPR certification

Job description

Friendship-House in Pennsylvania seeks a professional driver to transport clients safely using gasoline or diesel vehicles, strictly following PA DOT rules. You will inspect vehicles before trips, prepare trip reports, assist passengers during boarding and transfers, and maintain comfort by regulating climate controls.

You will also handle wheelchair loading and small package handling, while reporting any delays or incidents promptly.