Driver - Linn, MO.
About The Position
OATS Transit is a non-profit transportation provider serving seniors, individuals with disabilities, and the rural general public in Missouri. Drivers throughout the state are assigned to mini-vans, Ford Transits, or wide-body buses. This is a non-exempt, hourly, variable-hour employee position. Drivers treat riders with respect, dignity, and courtesy and assist them on and off the bus. They keep their assigned vehicle and equipment clean and in excellent condition, follow required safety procedures, and comply with applicable rules and regulations. Drivers use an in-vehicle tablet for trip information and updates, attend routine paid training, and submit required paperwork to the regional office in a timely manner.
Requirements
- Must be at least 23 years old.
- 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 lift and carry packages up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to meet the physical demands of the active job, including sitting, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying.
Nice To Haves
- Computer experience is a plus.
- A proactive, helpful, can-do attitude and flexibility to adjust to different schedules and routes.
- Neat, organized, and able to work independently.
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 an assigned OATS vehicle and its equipment.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report issues requiring repair.
- 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 program based on hours worked.
- Health insurance available after the 90th day.
- 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; employee pays the full premium.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Routine paid training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
