Paratransit Driver Part-time

2 weeks ago

Des Moines, United States Ridedart Full time

** DART**

** Paratransit Driver Part-time**

Des Moines, IA 50309

**Job Description:** Paratransit is a door-to-door transportation service provided for senior citizens and persons with disabilities living in Polk County who are functionally unable to independently use the regular city bus. You would help assist in trips to medical appointments, grocery stores, etc. *The size of the vehicle is comparable to an airport shuttle bus.* Applicants do not need to currently hold a Commercial Driver's License, a Class C Driver's License, however, is necessary. DART will pay while you train, once you are hired. The Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART) is the largest public transit agency in Iowa. DART provides resources for those who vanpool, walk, or bike. These services connect thousands of people every day to jobs, school, medical appointments, entertainment, and more. Our mission is to enrich lives, connect communities, and expand opportunities.

**The top 3 reasons our employees choose to work at DART are:**

**1. The impact we make on our community**

**2. Working with friendly coworkers**

**3. The empowerment and responsibility we have to serve our passengers**

**Schedule:** DART buses run 7 days a week from 4:00 am to 12:30 am. Newly hired drivers work split shifts and eventually move to straight 8-hour shifts. Drivers are required to have flexible schedules and to be able to take shifts as needed. Paratransit Drivers receive their schedules approximately one week in advance.

*Example Schedule: First Run- 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Second Run- 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm*

**Paid Training:** The training process is about 6-7 weeks. During this time, DART would train new hires to obtain their Commercial Drivers License. In addition, this time is spent with classroom training, learning DART policies and procedures. New hires will participate in ride-alongs, shadowing current drivers on their routes. DART will provide the vehicle for the CDL test and we will reimburse for the cost of the license.

**Wages:** Up to $22/hr

**Job Duties**

* Promptly pick up and drop off passengers according to the schedule that fits the needs of passengers

* Assist passengers to board and exit the vehicle safely, fastening wheelchairs and other medical or mobility equipment in a secure fashion

* Maintain records and trip logs that outline your driving activities

* Complete a pre and post-trip inspection of the vehicle

**Job Qualifications**

* 21 years of age or older

* High school diploma/equivalent

* Must currently hold a Class C Iowa Driver's License

* Must be able to obtain a Commercial Drivers License with Passenger and Airbrake endorsements

* Pass a pre-employment background check (Motor Vehicle Record and Criminal History)

* Complete a DOT physical through DART's physician

* Pass a DOT Drug Screen

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**

* Ability to operate assigned equipment in a safe manner

* Ability to follow and understand policies and procedures

* General knowledge of the Des Moines area

* Ability to operate a vehicle in city traffic

* Customer service experience is preferred

**What DART Offers**

* Paid CDL training with license reimbursement

* $2,000 Stay-on Incentive Bonus for newly hired drivers

* $3,000 Stay on Incentive Bonus for newly hired drivers with a CDL and Passenger & Airbrake endorsements

* Health Insurance Coverage with an optional Health Savings Account (DART contributes to the HSA annually)

* Dental and Vision Coverage

* Company paid Life Insurance

* 457 (b) Retirement Savings Plan

* I.P.E.R.S Retirement System

* Company paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance

* 4 Paid Floating Holidays

* Paid Holidays, 90 days after graduation from training

* 40 hours paid vacation after 1-year

* On-site Wellness Center

* Complimentary Bus Pass and discounted family bus passes

* Annual Uniform Allowance

* Free Annual Wellness Screenings

* B-Cycle Membership

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