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Access A Ride Paratransit Drivers- Full Time

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New York, NY, United States First Student Full time
Access A Ride Paratransit Drivers - Full Time (MAGGIES)

Join us as an Access A Ride Paratransit Driver at First Student, a family of 60,000+ employees that safely transports over 5 million students and passengers each day.

Why Join as a Paratransit Driver?
  • $26.00/HR$39.00/HR starting wage after training; depending on experience
  • $3,000 Sign-on Bonus (after 90 days, on the road with a CDL license)
  • $500 Driver Referral Bonus
  • $300 Attendance Bonus paid twice a year
  • $250 Safety Bonus paid twice a year
  • $16.50 during training*
  • 40?hour work week
  • Additional hours available (overtime rate $39/hr)
  • No experience necessary2 weeks (80 hrs) paid training upon obtaining your Class C license
  • Unpaid Class C CDL & Passenger endorsement virtual classes offered
  • Paid vacations, personal & holidays
  • Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan & company?paid life insurance benefits
  • Several shifts available including weekends and overnightsoperating 24?hr, 7?days a week
About the Paratransit Driver Position
  • Safely operate a specialized vehicle to transport disabled passengers to their desired destinations.
  • Provide excellent customer service by assisting passengers with boarding, securing mobility devices, and ensuring their comfort throughout the ride.
  • Follow assigned routes and schedules while maintaining strict adherence to traffic rules and regulations.
  • Exhibit exceptional patience, understanding, and empathy towards passengers, ensuring their needs are met with utmost care.
  • Maintain accurate records of trips, mileage, and any events that may occur during your shift.
  • Complete a two?week paid training program before going into service.
Qualifications
  • Preferably some familiarity with the 5 boroughs.
  • Valid CDL license (Class A, B, or C) with passenger endorsements.
  • Minimum 3 years of U.S. driving experience.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to handle mobility devices and assist passengers with disabilities.
  • Must be at least 21 years old to apply.
  • All candidates must currently possess a valid New?York State Driver's license.
  • All candidates must be able to pass a pre?employment Federal Drug Test and a DOT Physical.
  • No more than 4 points or 3 violations in the last 3 years.
  • We will assist with your 19?A Certification requirements.

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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or criminal history consistent with applicable fair?chance ordinances.

First is committed to providing a drug?free workplace.

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