Cumberland Paratransit Driver (Non CDL) / Porter Full time

Seeking a job with a purpose that makes a difference in peoples lives. Do you enjoy cleaning and driving? Rewarding Driver opportunity serving elderly, disabled, as well as cleaning our vehicles with a stable employer who values and appreciates you.

Office Location: 1615 Ritner Highway Carlisle, PA 17013

Vehicle Pick Up/Drop Off Location: 1601 Ritner Highway Carlisle, PA 17013

Paid Weekly: $19.00 per hour Cumberland Division

Must possess valid DL at minimum at time of hire. After hire MUST BE WILLING TO OBTAIN Commercial Drivers License CDL Class C with Passenger Endorsement through our paid training program. Must obtain CDL within first year of employment if does not have. Full Benefits Package Health Dental Vision Simplified Employee Pension Paid Holidays Paid time off Company provided life and disability

Schedule: Monday thru Friday, 7-9 hours a day between 6 am - 6 pm

Job Summary: Role in organization This position is responsible for operating a van/bus to transport passengers in a safe and courteous manner according to the daily manifest. The driver is responsible for driving defensively and reacting to emergency situations to ensure the safety of the passengers and the safety of the general public. Work includes completion of vehicle inspections, maintaining accurate records, assisting passengers as required, including wheelchair securements, receiving and accounting for fares, radio communications, following emergency procedures, and other activities as assigned by the Site Manager/Site Manager II.

The operator is responsible for meeting all requirements for attendance policy and safety emergency response situations. Available for forms of transportation systems as needed if applicable to that division. In addition, this position is also responsible for performing general servicing of vehicles and facilities, including general and detail cleaning, shuttling, and fueling vehicles in accordance with the Maintenance Plan and other Authority procedures.

Key Reporting Relationships: Direct Reports This position reports to the Site Manager/Operations Supervisor. This position receives training, general supervision, and works according to standards.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience: Prefer:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Prefer job-related experience
• Ability to apply critical thinking and common sense understanding to carry out transportation services
• Ability to keep mentally alert and maintain concentration
• Knowledge of safe driving practices and demonstrated ability to operate and drive transit vehicles in a safe manner
• Ability to understand and adhere to Authority rules, procedures, directions, funding guidelines, DOT regulations, and PA traffic regulations
• Ability to use and proficiently operate a computerized software program
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Demonstrated customer service orientation with the ability to deal courteously, sensitively, and effectively with the public
• Adherence to regulations, harassment, and discrimination policy guidelines
• Ability to operate communication and other designated automated equipment
• Ability to manage ones own time and to follow a schedule to meet deadlines
• Ability to actively listen, communicate effectively, and follow oral and written instructions that are given in English
• Ability to complete records
• Ability to work with diverse customers

Must meet hiring qualifications, including but not limited to:

• Minimum of 21 years of age
• Additional criteria acceptable driving record and background verification in accordance with SRTA standards

Certificates and Licenses Required:

• For CDL Operator specific to division, must possess valid Commercial Drivers License CDL class C operators license with passenger endorsement that is not under suspension or revocation.
• Must obtain CDL within first year of employment if does not have.
• Must possess a valid DOT medical card.
• Will send for such if given a contingent offer.
• This is a safety-sensitive position subject to US DOT Drug and Alcohol pre-employment, random post-accident, reasonable suspicion, and return to duty testing.

The Authority is an equal employment opportunity employer.