Driver - Frankford, MO.

OATS INC•Frankford, MO

3d•$17 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

OATS Transit, a nonprofit transportation provider serving seniors, individuals with disabilities, and the rural general public in Missouri, is hiring a driver assigned to a mini-van, Ford Transit, or wide-body bus. This is a non-exempt, hourly, variable-hour position. Drivers provide respectful and courteous assistance to riders, including helping them on and off the bus, and safely secure wheelchairs and other mobility devices. They are responsible for the condition and cleanliness of their assigned vehicle and equipment, conduct pre- and post-trip inspections, report repair issues, use an in-vehicle tablet to receive trip information and validate pickup and drop-off times, and submit required paperwork to the regional office. Drivers attend routine paid training and comply with applicable federal, state, and company rules and regulations.

Requirements

Must be at least 23 years of age.
Must have a Class E or CDL license with no more than 4 points assessed.
Must pass a U.S. DOT physical and road test.
Must pass drug screening and undergo random drug and alcohol testing.
Must be bondable.
Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job, including sitting, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying.
Must be able to lift and carry packages weighing up to 50 pounds.
Must have a proactive, helpful, can-do attitude and flexibility to adjust to different schedules and routes.
Must be neat, organized, and able to work independently.

Nice To Haves

Computer experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Treat riders with respect, dignity, and courtesy, and assist riders on and off the bus.
Safely secure wheelchairs and other mobility devices and follow applicable procedures.
Maintain the excellent condition and cleanliness of the assigned OATS vehicle and equipment.
Conduct pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and report issues requiring repairs.
Use an in-vehicle tablet to receive trip information and updates and validate pickup and drop-off times.
Complete required paperwork and submit it to the regional office in a timely manner.
Attend routine paid training.
Comply with federal, state, and company rules and regulations.

Benefits

13 company-paid holidays.
Paid time off based on hours worked.
Health insurance available after the 90th day, with rates for spouse and family coverage.
Dental insurance with employee premiums as low as $5 per month.
Vision insurance with employee premiums as low as $8 per month.
Company-paid life insurance for employees working 22 or more hours per week.
Flexible Spending Account (Section 125 cafeteria plan).
Voluntary 403(b) tax-deferred annuity plan with no company match.
Supplemental insurance, with the employee paying the full premium.
Employee Assistance Program.