Shuttle Van Driver- Get your CDL with us at TransWest Mobility Seattle, WA

Downtown Boulder Partnership; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 23,866 - 33,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly schedules

Quarterly safety performance bonuses

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

401k with matching

Job summary

Downtown Boulder Partnership is looking for enthusiastic Shuttle Van Drivers in Seattle. You will be part of our CDL training program, with paid training provided to earn a Class B CDL. Starting pay is $21/hour, increasing after training completion.

We offer flexible schedules, annual raises, bonuses, medical benefits, and opportunities for career advancement. Ideal candidates are safety-minded and customer-focused, ready to represent our company positively on the road.

Qualifications

• 21 years of age or older.
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.
• Proficient communication in English.
• Pass pre-employment DOT drug test.
• Pass criminal history background check.
• Current/Active DOT Medical Card.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily DOT inspections on assigned equipment.
• Drive a fixed route for passenger pick-up and drop-off.
• Maintain cleanliness of the shuttle van.
• Provide excellent customer service in every interaction.

Skills

Professional and safety-minded

Customer service

Independent communication

Job description

Job Description

Come grow your driving career with TransWest! Get started in our shuttle van driver role so that you can be a part of our next CDL training class. We offer paid training to get a Class B CDL with Passenger Endorsement or add a Passenger Endorsement to a current CDL license, allowing you to advance to a bus driver role. We start a new training class every month.

To qualify for our CDL training program you need to have or be able to obtain a DOT medical card (we will help you get it), have a minimum of six months of professional driving experience, and be able to work full-time Monday through Friday on a split shift schedule. We have openings at our Seattle and Everett bus yards.

In order to obtain a CDL permit from the Department of Licensing you will need an approved document that shows proof of citizenship, permit residency or a non-domicile document.

Shuttle van drivers start off at $21 an hour while driving on our shuttle van routes and while going through our paid CDL training program. Drivers receive $6.50 an hour pay increase after completion of the paid CDL training program.

Responsibilities

• Must be professional and safety minded.
• Perform DOT daily inspections on assigned equipment and fuel equipment as necessary.
• Drive a fixed route with scheduled pick-up and drop-off locations for passengers.
• Provide excellent customer service in every interaction.
• Maintain shuttle van cleanliness.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.
• Must pass pre-employment DOT drug test.
• Can communicate proficiently in English.
• Can work independently yet able to take direction.
• Must pass a criminal history background check.
• Current/Active DOT Medical Card (can be obtained during hiring process).

Benefits

• Weekly schedules in Seattle (shift availability varies by location).
• Annual raises.
• Quarterly safety performance bonuses.
• Referral bonuses.
• Holiday pay.
• Structured pay dependent on experience.
• Uniforms provided.
• Paid Time Off starts accruing on your first day, with increasing amounts based on your years of service.
• Opportunities for advancement - supervisors are former drivers.
• Opportunities for extra income working Special Events.
• Newer, safe, clean and well-maintained vehicles (shuttles, vans, and buses).
• New Downtown Seattle location with driver lounge.
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance.
• 401k with matching.
• Paid DOT medical card & physicals.