Van Driver - Transportation

Cadient, LLC; Town of Catskill (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc of Ulster-Greene in Catskill, NY is seeking a Van Driver for its Transportation Department. The role involves transporting individuals with disabilities on split shifts (mornings and afternoons), Monday through Friday, with a focus on safety and reliable service.

A high school diploma or GED is preferred, and candidates must have an NYS Class B/C license (or Class D) with a passable driving record. Paid orientation is provided, and CDL training is offered with a goal to obtain a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• New York State Driver’s License with/without Passenger Endorsement (Class B/C or D) and acceptable driving record.
• CDL A/B/C with Passenger Endorsement or ability to obtain, when required by the agency.
• Ability to become Article 19A qualified when necessary.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport individuals with disabilities in the Catskill area.
• Work split shifts (mornings and afternoons), Monday through Friday.
• Ensure safety of passengers and operate in a responsible manner.
• Complete paid new hire orientation in a learning environment.
• CDL training offered with expectation to obtain CDL license within 90 days.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

NY Driver's License (Class B/C or D)

Job description

Van Driver - Transportation - Catskill area

Van Driversin our Transportation Department in Catskill work split shifts (mornings and afternoons), Monday through Friday, transporting individuals with disabilities. Drivers must exhibit a high degree of competence and responsibility for the safety of passengers being transported.

A high school diploma or GED is desired. A valid New York State Class B or C driver's license with/without Passenger Endorsement, or Class D and a driving record acceptable to The Arc of Ulster-Greene and basic computer knowledge are a must. An informative, paid new hire orientation is provided in a comfortable learning environment.

And we offerpaidCDL training! New hires will be expected to successfully obtain CDL license with Passenger Endorsement within 90 days of first day of employment.

HOURS: 40/Monday through Friday/variable split shifts, according to route schedule

STARTING SALARY:

$ 21.17 to $ 23.29 per hour for Driver without CDL/Passenger endorsement

$ 23.17 to $ 25.49 per hour for Driver with CDL/Passenger endorsement

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Minimum 18 years’ of age with 6-months driving experience.

Must have a current and acceptable New York State Driver’s License which meets acceptable standards of the agency’s automobile insurance company.

Currently hold a CDL A, B or C (with a P endorsement) or the ability to acquire. The ability, when necessary, to become Article 19A qualified.

Experience working with individuals with developmental disability preferred .

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