Client Transportation South - Bus Driver-FT-GLOW

Arc GLOW • Mount Morris, NY

7d

About The Position

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

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed