Access A Ride Paratransit Drivers- Full Time (MAGGIES)

First Student • Brooklyn, NY

93d • $26 - $39

About The Position

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer. Now Hiring Full Time Paratransit Drivers: Maggie's is a Brooklyn based, on-demand responsive Para-Transit Company, providing specialized transportation services for people with disabilities or special needs. As part of the NYC Access-A-Ride program, we offer on-demand call-up door-to-door service from any origin to any destination in the NYC area. Maggie's serves the public by ensuring a safe, efficient, accessible, and convenient transportation system that meets the vital requirements of all Access-A-Ride customers.

Requirements

• Preferably some familiarity with the 5 boroughs.
• Valid CDL license (Class A, B, or C) with passenger endorsements.
• Minimum 3 years of U.S. driving experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle mobility devices and assist passengers with disabilities.
• Must be at least 21 years old to apply.
• All candidates must currently possess a valid New York State Driver's license.
• All candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment Federal Drug Test and a DOT Physical.
• No more than 4 POINTS or 3 Violations in the Last 3 years.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in customer service roles.
• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a specialized vehicle to transport disabled passengers to their desired destinations.
• Provide excellent customer service by assisting passengers with boarding, securing mobility devices, and ensuring their comfort throughout the ride.
• Follow assigned routes and schedules, while maintaining strict adherence to traffic rules and regulations.
• Exhibit exceptional patience, understanding, and empathy towards passengers, ensuring their needs are met with utmost care.
• Maintain accurate records of trips, mileage, and any events that may occur during your shift.
• Complete a two-week paid training program into service.

Benefits

• $26.00/HR-$39.00/HR starting wage; depending on experience.
• $3,000 Sign-on Bonus (After 90 Days, On the Road with CDL License).
• $500 Driver Referral Bonus.
• $300 Attendance Bonus Paid Twice a Year.
• $250 Safety Bonus Paid Twice a Year.
• 40 hours work week.
• Additional hours available (Overtime rate $39/Hr).
• No experience necessary! 2 Weeks (80hrs) Paid training into service!
• CDL training Class Offered.
• Paid Vacations, Personal & Holidays.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(K) Plan & company paid life Insurance Benefits.
• Several Shifts available including Weekends and Overnights - Operating 24hrs, 7 days a week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees