Supervise boarding and unloading at stops; assist citizens while entering the vehicle and with mobility aids.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections (brakes, lights, tires, emergency exits).
Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus clean and sanitary.
Obey all traffic laws and company safety standards.
Communicate with passengers, staff, and dispatch about behavior or delays.
Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills.
Paratransit Driver Jobs are Perfect For
Retirees looking for supplemental income
Parents seeking work
Veterans transitioning into civilian roles
Anyone seeking a second career or flexible job
Individuals who enjoy working with people
You might be a good fit as a Paratransit Driver if you
Are at least 21 years old
Have a valid driver’s license for at least 3 years
Are looking for a full-time schedule
Enjoy working with people and driving
Note: This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.
Great Paratransit Driver often bring skills such as
Valid CDL License (Class A, B or C) with passenger endorsement
History driving with ride share companies or taxi services
Previous experience as social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, customer service, retail associate, care assistant or direct care worker.
Take the wheel and drive your career forward with First Student! Make an impact in your community while enjoying guaranteed hours, great pay, good benefits and unmatched support.
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Language Requirement
This role requires English proficiency. Federal, state, and local requirements, including U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, require training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications be conducted in English.
First for a reason
At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.
In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.
