Van / Bus Driver

Rural Community Transportation, Inc.

1677 Industrial Parkway, Lyndonville, Vermont 05851

(802)748-8170

http : / / riderct.org

Job Description

Position : Van / Bus Driver

Department : Operations

Category : Full-time

Classification : Non-exempt

Supervisor : Operations Manager

Position Summary

The Van / Bus Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of RCT vehicles and for providing reliable, high-quality transportation customer service to RCT passengers.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide safe, efficient, on-schedule transportation for passengers in Agency vehicles.
• Provide courteous, respectful customer service to passengers at all times.
• Maintain passenger / client confidentiality at all times.
• Provide assistance to passengers as trained and according to procedure in boarding and exiting vehicles, using the wheelchair lift, as necessary.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections of vehicles; wash, maintain, refuel and secure Agency vehicles as required to ensure vehicles are clean, safe and ready for use at all times.
• Promptly report mechanical failures, safety concerns and / or maintenance issues to the Operations Manager or other designated staff.
• Learn, follow and implement safety and industry-related rules, regulations, and procedures as required.
• Be aware of and follow all traffic laws and industry driving best practices.
• Respond to emergencies, accidents and other incidents according to established policies and protocols.
• Complete all pre- and post-trip inspection reports, transportation manifests, daily mileage logs, and other paperwork and reports as required or requested.
• Maintain a professional appearance at all times while working, with good personal hygiene and grooming.
• Complete all trainings as required and / or requested by management.
• Perform other duties as required to meet department and agency needs.

Education and Experience

Required : Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the job.

Preferred : High School completion or equivalent and commercial driving experience (minimum 2 years' driving experience required).

Certifications and Licenses

Required : Vermont Driver's License (without violations on record)

Preferred : Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B with passenger endorsement

Required Knowledge and Competencies

Working Conditions and Schedule

This position requires actively physical and sedentary activity in a variety of environments, including vehicles and a professional office environment, and exposure to all types of weather conditions, including inclement conditions.

Regular, consistent and predictable attendance according to scheduled work hours / week is required. Weekend and extended hours may be required as necessary to meet operational needs.

Physical and Other Requirements

Supervisory Responsibilities

The Van / Bus Driver does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Note : This position is funded in whole or in part by grant funding and may be contingent upon continued receipt of such funding. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment. Employment of all staff is "at-will" and may be terminated by the employee or the agency at any time, regardless of funding status.

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