Driver - Kona

MTM Transit•Kailua-Kona, HI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

MTM Transit is hiring full-time and part-time Drivers in Kona, Hawaii. Drivers provide safe, reliable transportation and personalized care to passengers, helping ensure each trip is completed safely and on time. The role includes assisting passengers with boarding and exiting vehicles, supporting mobility-device use and securement, and responding sensitively to the needs of older adults and people with disabilities. Drivers complete vehicle inspections and required paperwork and use tablets or other electronic devices as needed. Training classes begin every other week. The position is based at 75-5722 Kuakini Hwy, Suite 207, Kailua Kona, HI 96740. The posted hourly rate is $29.09. MTM Transit offers paid training and overtime, affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid holidays and PTO, a 401(k) with company match, and internal career growth opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 21 years of age.
Valid Hawaii driver's license.
At least 3 years of driving history.
No more than two moving violations in the past 3 years.
If a license has been revoked, 3 subsequent years with no violations.
No suspensions or at-fault accidents in the last 3 years.
No DUI or DWI convictions within the last 10 years.
Pass a DOT physical and pre-employment drug/alcohol screening.
Pass a criminal background investigation and Motor Vehicle record check.
Valid authorization to work in the United States.
Provide a resume with a minimum of 10 years of work history.
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 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 loading into and unloading from the vehicle.
Assist with mobility devices and securement as required by safety protocols.
Ensure on-time customer pick-ups 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.