Client Transportation South - Bus Driver-FT-GLOW

Dayforce•Mount Morris, NY

About The Position

Start a fulfilling career that makes a difference in the lives of people with disabilities and their families. We have a variety of full and part-time jobs available and are looking for candidates who are eager to learn. Our employees receive a range of benefits including health insurance, company-paid life insurance, 401K, generous paid time-off and continuing education support! Responsible for accepting transportation assignments and performing driving duties in a safe and cautious manner. The primary responsibility is the safety of our passengers.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must possess a valid NYS driver’s license with three years driving experience.
Must obtain a Commercial license within one month of obtaining a commercial permit, unless extension approved the Safety Manager.
Must be able to meet requirements of Article 19-A.
Must be able to drive Monday-Friday, both mornings and afternoons. This requirement may be waived by Director of Transportation for drivers hired under a Substitute Status.
Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of Vehicle Traffic Laws which would include: safe driving skills as determined by the 19A Certified Examiner.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Must be able to pass NYS SED Bus Driver Physical Performance Test, which includes a 125 lb weigh drag and agility tests related to entering and exiting a bus and driving a vehicle.
Must be able to physically perform a full wheelchair run after receiving the appropriate training.
Subject to pre-hire, return to duty, accident, reasonable suspicion and random Drug Testing per FMCSA, SED, USDOT and NYSDOT regulations

Responsibilities

To be aware of and comply with all motor vehicle and traffic laws and agency policies.
Drive routes as assigned by the Dispatch office.
Follow all “Home alone” procedures and ensure that passengers are only released to authorized individuals.
Perform required pre-trip and post-trip inspectons on vehicle before leaving point of origin and upon return.
Record and turn-in, daily, all necessary paperwork.
Supply the Safety manager or other 19A Certified examiner with information necessary for Article 19A Compliance.
Notify the dispatch office of any incidents or accidents that occur, at any time.
Perform any other duties, as requested by the Dispatch office.
Assure that all seat belts, car seats and wheelchairs are properly secured, according to regulations and policies.