TriMet LIFT Driver - Beaverton (Full-Time)

Transdev; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Sick leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k retirement benefits

Company holidays

Job summary

Transdev in Beaverton, OR seeks a TriMet LIFT Paratransit Driver to join our team. You will operate a transit bus or van and provide door-to-door ADA service, ensuring safe, courteous transport for riders with disabilities.

Starting pay is $27.25/hour with progression to $38.44/hour under the Union payscale; full-time with benefits including vacation, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, 401k and holidays. Applicants must be 21+, hold an Oregon/Washington license before training, and pass a DOT

Qualifications

• 21 years or older.
• Minimum 5 years of driving experience (personal or professional).
• Excellent communication & customer service skills.
• Must have or obtain valid driver’s license issued in the state of Oregon or Washington before training starts.
• Able to work shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and flexible schedules.
• Must pass a DOT physical and maintain a DOT card; subject to DOT drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Safety-Focused Operations: follow routes and schedules, adhere to safety protocols and regulations.
• Passenger Care: assist passengers with boarding, rides, and disembarkation.
• Vehicle Vigilance: perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report maintenance issues.
• Adherence to Protocols: enforce seat belts, be prepared for emergencies, comply with mandates.
• Operates transit bus or van and transports passengers with disabilities safely.
• Provide door-to-door assistance, escorting passengers and assisting with mobility aids.

Skills

Customer service

Safe driving

DOT compliance

Job description

TriMet LIFT Paratransit Driver - Beaverton

We are currently on the lookout for an experienced Bus Driver to join our elite team in Beaverton, OR to join our TriMet LIFT contract. As a key member, you will be entrusted with ensuring safe and comfortable transportation for our passengers, while upholding the highest standards of professionalism and customer service. Our Paratransit Operators assist ADA passengers by providing door-to-door services for those customers.

Transdev is proud to offer:

CBA Position: Full Time

Position Subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement:

• $27.25 - $38.44 (Union Collective Bargaining Agreement Payscale)


• Starting pay $27.25 with progression to $38.44 over 3 years.

Benefits include:

• Vacation: Greater than 1-year, Full Time 40 hours; Part Time 24 hours


• Paid Sick Leave: Minimum 40 hours paid sick time; medical, dental & vision after 30 calendar days of employment for full-time employees, life insurance, 401k retirement benefits, and company holidays.

Benefits may vary depending on location policy. The above represents the standard Corporate Policy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safety-Focused Operations: Execute flawless operations by meticulously following designated routes and schedules, while adhering to stringent safety protocols and traffic regulations.




• Passenger Care: Exhibit exceptional care and assistance towards passengers, ensuring smooth boarding, comfortable rides, and timely disembarkation for all.




• Vehicle Vigilance: Champion vehicle safety through comprehensive pre-trip and post-trip inspections, promptly reporting any maintenance issues, and maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety equipment readiness.




• Adherence to Protocols: Uphold company policies and procedures rigorously, encompassing seat belt enforcement, emergency response preparedness, and compliance with regulatory mandates.




• Operates a transit bus or van and transports passengers with disabilities safely in accordance with Company policy and local, county, state, and federal laws.




• Provides door-to-door assistance to passengers to safely travel between the vehicle and the door of home or destination. This includes escorting and assisting passengers with disabilities including pushing wheelchairs up and down ramps, assisting passengers up and down stairs, steps and curbs and inclines, assisting passengers on the vehicle and securing passengers and their mobility aids on the vehicle.




• Other duties as required

Qualifications:

• 21 years or older


• Minimum 5 years of driving experience (personal or professional)


• Excellent communication & customer service skills.


• Must have or obtain valid driver’s license issued in the state of Oregon or Washington before training starts


• Must be able to work assigned shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and flexible or split schedules as required by operational needs.


• Must be able pass a DOT physical and maintain a DOT card throughout employment.


• Subject to a DOT drug testing and physical if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.

Physical Requirements:

The essential functions of this position require the ability to:

• Work outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions-100% of the job is performed outside, work alone and in remote locations.


• Sit for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours per day); frequently walk for long distances and on possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces


• Push and pull objects up to 200 pounds, occasionally throughout the workday; lift material weighing up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance; occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to files or equipment stored at ground level


• Operators must have the physical ability to manually push, pull, or stabilize passengers in manual wheelchairs, including navigating curbs, ramps, and uneven surfaces. Assistance may also be needed when operating the vehicle’s electronic lift.


• Must be able to lift, carry, and transport items up to 50 pounds, including mobility aids, service animal accessories, grocery bags, or personal belongings, based on passenger needs.


• Withstand heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job; tolerate exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes and noise. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact: [e-mail]

Drug-free workplace:

Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:

• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).


• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

About Transdev:

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. 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 upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.

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Job Category:

Drivers

Job Type:

Full Time

Req ID:

9319

Pay Group:

X60

Cost Center:

424

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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 upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at http://www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video