Open Interviews - April 7th at TCAT!

TOMPKINS CONSOLIDATED AREA TRANSIT INC•Ithaca, NY

7d•$25 - $25

About The Position

Safe & courteous drivers wanted for a drop-in hiring event: Now Hiring - Small Vehicle Operators - $25/hr Open Interviews Tuesday April 7 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM TCAT HQ w 737 Willow Ave w Ithaca Attendees: please bring driver license, employment history, and completed application Full-time, Benefits-eligible, Union position w $25.00 hourly starting rate eRide Service Schedule: 7 days a week, 6am-10pm w Launching in April Drive with purpose. Serve your community. Grow your career. Are you passionate about helping people and keeping them safe? TCAT (Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit) is looking for customer-focused, safety-minded individuals to join our team of professional operators serving the vibrant Ithaca community. Introducing TCAT’s all-new all-electric Mobility-On-Demand team! TCAT, along with state and local partners, are teaming up on the Ithaca Electric Transportation Access (IETA) project to expand on-demand transportation options in the city of Ithaca. What You’ll Do: As a TCAT Small Vehicle Operator, you’ll be more than just a driver – you’ll be a frontline ambassador for innovation in public transportation! Safely operate electric sedans & passenger vans in on-demand zones in Ithaca Deliver exceptional customer service to riders of all ages and backgrounds Assist passengers with accessibility needs & ensure a comfortable, respectful ride Communicate clearly with dispatch and respond safely to changing road conditions Maintain trip schedules and manage fare collection and rider count technology Who We’re Looking For: Picture yourself in the driver’s seat! You’re someone who… Thrives in a fast-paced, people-centered environment Stays calm under pressure and handles difficult situations with professionalism Values safety, punctuality, and service excellence Has experience in customer service, transportation, or public-facing roles Is ready to learn and grow with a supportive team Apply today and start your journey with TCAT!Training & Support TCAT is a registered FMCSA training provider and offers paid entry-level on-the-job CDL training for qualified hires. We’ll help you earn your Commercial Driver License and passenger endorsement… and reimburse licensing costs! Why TCAT? Good People. Great Work! Competitive pay starting at $25 per hour Opportunities for overtime and advancement Union representation and pay transparency A mission-driven team committed to safe, reliable, and affordable transportation Health Insurance (Excellus BCBS) with medical FSA & HSA options TCAT shares cost of monthly premiums! Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance (employer-paid) Voluntary Employee, Spousal & Child Life insurance Group Short- & Long-Term Disability (employer-paid) Employee Assistance Program Day Care Assistance Program Retirement plan 401(k) account with direct employer contribution Employee contributions are optional from day one Employer contributes direct 10% (not a match!) after 2 years Awesome PTO accrual up to: 10 Vacation days (available after 6 months), 10 Sick days (available as they accrue), 3 Personal days, 5 Floating Holidays, and more!

Requirements

Be 21+ with a high school diploma or GED.
Lift up to 50 lbs & sit comfortably for long periods of time.
Flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Must meet NYS 19-A physical and legal requirements for commercial operators.
CDL Class C with passenger endorsements preferred—but not required to apply.

Responsibilities

Safely operate electric sedans & passenger vans in on-demand zones in Ithaca
Deliver exceptional customer service to riders of all ages and backgrounds
Assist passengers with accessibility needs & ensure a comfortable, respectful ride
Communicate clearly with dispatch and respond safely to changing road conditions
Maintain trip schedules and manage fare collection and rider count technology

Benefits

Competitive pay starting at $25 per hour
Opportunities for overtime and advancement
Union representation and pay transparency
A mission-driven team committed to safe, reliable, and affordable transportation
Health Insurance (Excellus BCBS) with medical FSA & HSA options TCAT shares cost of monthly premiums!
Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance (employer-paid)
Voluntary Employee, Spousal & Child Life insurance
Group Short- & Long-Term Disability (employer-paid)
Employee Assistance Program
Day Care Assistance Program
Retirement plan 401(k) account with direct employer contribution
Employee contributions are optional from day one
Employer contributes direct 10% (not a match!) after 2 years
Awesome PTO accrual up to: 10 Vacation days (available after 6 months), 10 Sick days (available as they accrue), 3 Personal days, 5 Floating Holidays, and more!