Shuttle Driver

Below are the shift differentials based on eligible shifts worked:

• Weekday evening shift - additional 10%
• Weekday night shift - additional 15%
• Weekend day shift - additional 10%
• Weekend evening & night shifts - additional 21%

• Operates vehicle in a safe manner. 
• Informs supervisor of any unusual situations or accidents immediately.
• Assists riders entering and exiting the vehicle
• Complies with all traffic safety rules and regulations.
• Assists the department supervisor with the daily activities of the Transportation Dept.
• Inspects and maintains vehicle daily for cleaning and safety Maintains accurate logs per required standards
• Follows established schedules, adjusts schedules to meet unanticipated changes, and determines safest and most efficient pickup and delivery routes.
• Drives specially equipped van to deliver physically limited persons to various destinations; assures that wheelchair lifts and tie down equipment are properly operated and that riders are delivered to appointments in a timely manner.

License/Certification/ Registration:

• Valid New York State Driver's License required prior to hire date or job transfer
• Preferred Credential(s):
  • Chauffeur
• Minimum of one (1) year relevant experience required.

Required Skills & Attributes

• Ability to organize and establish day-to-day priorities while using critical thinking skills in all aspects of the job.
• Must be able to multitask while remaining professional, focused, composed and positive.
• Excellent customer service skills
• Displays integrity, friendliness, and compassion.
• Must be able to establish an appropriate and effective rapport with others.
• Demonstrates flexibility
• Takes initiative
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Embrace new opportunities to grow both personally and professionally.
• Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with various Microsoft Office products (Word and Excel).
• Strong organizational skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to take and follow direction in a positive and appropriate manner.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Must be able to demonstrate effective and appropriate written and oral communication skills.
• Must be able to speak, read, write and follow instructions in English.