Driver - Mexico, MO.

OATS INC•Mexico, MO

1d•$17 - $17

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 transportation, assist riders on and off the vehicle, and safely secure wheelchairs and other mobility devices. They maintain their assigned vehicle and equipment, complete inspections, use an in-vehicle tablet to manage trip information, submit required paperwork, attend paid training, and follow applicable regulations.

Requirements

Be at least 23 years of age.
Have 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.
Be able to perform 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 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-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report repair issues.
Use an in-vehicle tablet to receive trip information and updates and validate pick-up 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.