Transit CDL Driver

National Express Transit•Bourbonnais, IL

55d

About The Position

WeDriveU is the leader in shared mobility solutions that connect communities, campuses, and workplaces. WeDriveU operates private shuttle and public transit systems across the U.S serving millions of passenger journeys a year. The company's 5,500+ team members operate 4,000 vehicles across 55 U.S. locations, providing safe, reliable and sustainable options as part of a global family of brands serving more than 1 billion bus and rail passengers on four continents. Visit wedriveu.com to learn more about our company, clients and career opportunities. Note: All interested applicants for a Transit Driver position begin with us as a Driver Trainee. The best-trained drivers in the business work for us because we devote a significant amount of resources, training and development to our employees. Upon successful completion of our training program and successful completion of all necessary requirements for the position, individuals are placed in a Driver role.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of ageMust possess, or be able to obtain, all valid applicable state license and other required certifications to operate company vehicles.
Must possess a CDL with Passenger & Airbrake endorsemntMust meet physical and medical requirements and pass substance abuse screening; as a safety-sensitive employee, will be subject to random substance abuse screening under Company policy.
Must satisfactorily complete and pass all training and attend safety meetings and in-service meetings in order to remain qualified.
Extensive knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to lift and assist passengers when necessary.
Must have a high degree of attention and considerable dexterity in the control of vehicles such as sedans, vans, paratransit vans, limousines, taxi-cabs, shuttles, transit buses, school buses, and/or motor coaches.
Must practice defensive driving at all times and avoid vehicular and industrial accidents by practicing safe driving and work habits.
Compliance with all applicable company, federal, state, county, district, and contract specific Driver requirements.

Nice To Haves

Must have experience transporting senior and/or disabled citizens in accordance with pre-arranged appointments/schedules
Must be able to provide individualized assistance/accommodation to senior and or disabled passengers by utilizing wheelchair lifts, seats and other special access necessary to effect a safe, secure and comfortable ride
Must ensure that individuals with disabilities have adequate time to complete boarding or disembarking from the vehicle
Previous experience as a Paratransit Driver recommended

Responsibilities

Provides safe and reliable transportation service to passengers by operating position specific vehicles which may include sedans, vans, paratransit vans, limousines, taxi-cabs, shuttles, transit buses, school buses, and/or motor coaches with a fixed or changing route.
Reports any maintenance problems to Maintenance in accordance with Company procedure and does not operate an unsafe vehicle.
Reports to duty on time and maintains assigned route on time but in a safe manner.
Physically assists passengers in evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency.
Immediately reports any accident or incident per Company policy.
Exercises passenger and/or student management per Company policy.
Informs all appropriate personnel of problems/procedures.
Keeps the interior of the assigned vehicle clean and presentable.
Presents a neat and professional personal appearance at all times.
Ensures vehicle is properly fueled according to facility procedures.
Completes all required paperwork (including route change sheets, timecards, vehicle repair requests) and submits to the appropriate authority in a timely manner.
Maintains a cooperative attitude with fellow employees, supervisors, customers, and passengers while always promoting company goodwill.
Prepares vehicle for inclement weather conditions, including scraping or cleaning windows, applying tire chains.
Safely and efficiently utilizes vehicle equipment, including wheelchair lifts, radios and emergency equipment.
Other duties as assigned.