Shuttle Driver PDOT

SP+; Village of Rye Brook (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

Job summary

SP+ is hiring for a Shuttle Bus Operator in Rye Brook, NY. The role involves safe operation of shuttle buses, transporting passengers, and assisting customers in a dynamic facility environment.

Responsibilities include vehicle inspections, maintaining cleanliness, grounding trip logs, and ensuring on-time performance. A valid state driver’s license and DMV record are required, with potential third-shift or weekend availability.

Qualifications

• Less than High School education or 1 month related experience.
• Valid driver's license with current address and DMV record.
• Availability for 3rd shift and/or weekends as needed.
• Ability to read and understand simple instructions and memos; write simple correspondence.
• Uniform and neat appearance required.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate shuttle buses safely and transport passengers.
• Inspect vehicles and maintain cleanliness; log trip counts.
• Assist disabled passengers and answer customer questions.
• Maintain punctuality and be in uniform at all times.
• Direct customers to the Facility Manager when needed.
• Report accidents or safety hazards to the Facility Manager.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Reading comprehension

Punctuality

Education

Less than High School / 1 month related experience

Job description

Responsibilities

Basic Function: Responsible for the proper and safe operation of shuttle buses and transporting passengers.

• Performing vehicle inspections, maintaining cleanliness of bus interiors, fueling of buses, logging trip counts and assisting disabled passengers.
• Responsible for being at work every scheduled day, on time and in uniform.
• Possess a valid state‑issued driver's license to be carried with driver, at all times, while on duty.
• Have and maintain an acceptable DMV record.
• Courteously assist Customers by answering any questions they may have. If necessary, direct the Customer to the Facility Manager for further assistance.
• Report any known accidents, observed or suspected violations of Company policy, safety hazards or any unusual occurrence to the Facility Manager.
• Communicate debris, water, oil spills and etc. to garage office.
• Substitute for Cashiers or Valets, when necessary, if authorized.
• Have a thorough knowledge of all areas of the garage, thorough knowledge of the major streets, landmarks and freeways in the area of the garage.
• Assisting customers with luggage and other traveling items, if applicable (e.g. operating shuttle buses at an airport location).
• Assist Facility Manager with other duties as needed.

Qualifications

Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education/Experience Required: Less than High School education or one month related experience, training or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

License Requirement: The employee will be required to have and maintain a valid state driver's license, with a current address and an acceptable DMV record.

Availability to Work: Special shift requirements, if any, will vary depending on a location's hiring needs. If applicable, availability to work 3rd shift and/or week‑ends may be a requirement.

Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one situations to customers and other employees of the company.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, two digit numbers and multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money.

Appearance: Employees will be required to maintain a neat and clean appearance and be in complete uniform at all times.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; and use hands to handle cash and equipment. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.

Salary Range: $18.00 hr to $18.50

This role is eligible to earn tips in addition to the posted hourly rate.

Benefits: Eligible employees will participate in the various benefits plans including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, long/short term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, 401k and paid time off.

SP+ is an equal opportunity employer committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, disability or other classes protected by federal or state law. SP+ does not tolerate harassment or retaliation against any employee or applicant based on these characteristics or because the individual exercised their EEO rights.

Location

US-NY-RYE BROOK

RYE BROOK NY United States