Description Paratransit Drivers Needed! Help Make the Elderly and Disabled Go! The Rapid and Transdev have partnered to provide Go!Bus Service in the Greater Grand Rapids Community! Join our team and become part of the largest private-sector operator of transportation in North America; one that cares about its employees, passengers and the communities they serve.Why work with us?- Competitive Wages $17.15/hr - Comprehensive benefits- Career advancement opportunities owing to Transdev's presence in over 400+ communities across North America- $2,000 retention bonus!To view Transdev's Purpose and how we make a difference follow this link: What you will be doing:You will provide transportation to the disabled community, ensuring they get where they need to go safely. Paratransit Drivers provide passengers with safe and reliable transportation and excellent customer service.
- Provide curb-to-curb transportation for passengers safely and efficiently.
- Ensure passengers are properly secured and provide assistance with all vehicle entries and exits.
- Greet passengers, accept fare payment, and maintain a safe environment.
- Properly report all incidents, accidents, and mechanical concerns.
- Completes pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
- Other duties as required.
Who you are:
- At least 21 years old with a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- A valid driver's license in good standing.
- Possess excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Punctual with an emphasis on attendance.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, and Department of Transportation (DOT) physical.
About us:Transdev is the largest private sector operator of multiple modes of passenger transit in North America, providing bus, rail, paratransit and shuttle services. We manage over 400 transportation contracts for cities, transit authorities and airports, providing safe, sustainable, and innovative mobility solutions. Our mission is to improve public transportation, to enhance quality of life and contribute to a more sustainable environment.About Transdev:Corporate office is based near Chicago, Transdev is the largest private-sector operator of multiple modes of transit in North America, including bus, rail, streetcar, paratransit, and shuttle services. Transdev is committed to being the trusted partner of cities and transit authorities through quality execution and innovations in mobility. Its parent company, Transdev Group, is a leading global operator and integrator of mobility operating in 17 countries and provides passengers the freedom to connect to what they care about in their cities. www.transdevna.comThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.