Driver - Vandalia, MO.

OATS INC•Vandalia, MO

1d•$17 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

OATS Transit is a nonprofit transportation provider serving seniors, individuals with disabilities, and the rural general public in Missouri. Drivers are assigned to mini-vans, Ford Transits, or wide-body buses. This is a non-exempt, hourly, variable-hour position. Drivers treat riders with respect, dignity, and courtesy and assist riders on and off the bus. They help ensure safe and reliable transportation while maintaining assigned vehicles and equipment.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Computer experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Treat riders with respect, dignity, and courtesy, and assist them 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-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report issues for 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 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 under a 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.