Driver Wanted for NET Trans - Bristol

FTHRA•Bristol, TN

23d•Onsite

About The Position

NET Trans is hiring a full-time van driver in Bristol to transport clients to appointments, shopping, and other destinations through the Regional Public Transportation program. The driver operates agency-provided vehicles, including wheelchair-lift-equipped vans, and provides assistance to clients entering and exiting the van, including passengers with mobility impairments. Approximately 95% of the position’s time is spent operating a van. The van is parked in the employee’s driveway to eliminate the commute to work. The position is based in Bristol, and the new hire must live in Bristol. The driver works under supervision and must operate safely and punctually, use defensive driving techniques, and follow applicable agency, state, and federal regulations. The employee attends required driver training, maintains records and paperwork, collects fares, inspects and cleans the van, and treats clients with dignity while protecting their confidential information. This is a safety-sensitive role subject to pre-hire and random drug and alcohol testing. The next hiring class is scheduled to start November 30, 2026.

Requirements

Must live in Bristol.
Must possess a Class D driver’s license with Endorsement F.
Must pass a pre-hire drug and alcohol test and be subject to random drug and alcohol testing as required by FTA/TDOT and other contracts.
Must pass a DOT physical.
Must submit a 10-year pre-hire DMV check and an annual DMV report.
Must pass a pre-hire functional ability screening.
Must pass a pre-hire criminal background check.
Must be over 21 years of age.
Must be able to perform frequent stepping, stooping, twisting, climbing, pushing, pulling, kneeling, and bending.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a public transportation system is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Transport clients to and from appointments, shopping, and other destinations using agency-provided vehicles, including wheelchair-lift-equipped vans.
Operate the van safely and in a timely manner, obey traffic laws and applicable agency, state, and federal regulations, and use defensive driving techniques.
Provide assistance to clients entering and exiting the van, including clients with mobility impairments; follow proper procedures for transporting passengers in wheelchairs, scooters, or similar devices.
Follow central office instructions and correct FCC/TDOT radio and communication procedures; advise clients to report schedule changes to the central office.
Provide service in accordance with Title VI of the Federal Code and follow agency policies and procedures.
Maintain accurate daily schedules, mileage records, and time records; submit paperwork and revenue promptly.
Perform daily pre-trip van inspections, report problems to maintenance staff, and keep the van clean inside and out.
Maintain a clean, well-groomed appearance and behave professionally; treat clients with dignity and respect, apply client-sensitivity training concepts, and keep client information and records confidential.
Transport clients from other routes and counties, work as part of a team, and assist other drivers when requested by the central office.
Collect fares from the general public and follow proper money-handling procedures.
Attend required driver training and comply with agency rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and handbook.
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality and perform other duties assigned by appropriate management personnel.