Driver - Kern County - Mojave

MTM Transit•Lancaster, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

In partnership with Kern Transit, the Driver provides trolley operation services safely and reliably. The Driver ensures customers and the client receive a high degree of courtesy and professionalism while following client-defined procedures and company procedures. The position is located in Mojave, California, and starts at $19.89 per hour, with an increase after successful completion of training. A $1,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Must have held a valid U.S. driver's license for the past five years.
Must have and maintain a valid California Class B CDL with Passenger Endorsement.
No felony convictions involving moral turpitude or narcotics within the previous five years.
No reckless driving or driving with a suspended license within the past seven years, and no more than two such incidents in a lifetime.
No DUI or DWI convictions in the last 10 years.
Must possess valid authorization to work in the United States.
Must be able to pass a DOT physical and pre-employment drug screening.
Must pass a criminal background check and investigation, and a Motor Vehicle Record check.
Ability to use a tablet, GPS, two-way radio, or other electronic device.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Ability to communicate with others and comprehend instructions.
Ability to understand highway traffic signs, signals, maps, manifests, and schedules.
Ability to obtain knowledge of FTA, ADA, and DOT regulations.
Familiarity with the main roadways and major highways in the service area.

Responsibilities

Provide safe and reliable transportation.
Demonstrate excellent defensive driving skills.
Provide excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
Assist passengers with boarding and exiting the vehicle.
Assist with mobility devices and securement as required by safety protocols.
Ensure on-time customer pickups and drop-offs.
Demonstrate understanding and sensitivity to the needs of older adults and individuals with disabilities.
Complete required vehicle pre-trip, post-trip, and DVI inspections.
Complete required paperwork.
Use tablets or other electronic devices as required.