Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $20

"At Rural Community Transportation (RCT), we do more than provide rideswe connect people to essential services, independence, and opportunity. Our staff culture is built on trust, teamwork, and a deep sense of purpose. As a member of our team, you'll be part of a supportive, fast-paced environment where every call to a client, provider, or driver is an opportunity to make a real difference in someones life.

We value compassion, resourcefulness, and commitment to equity in rural communities. RCT is a place where team members can growprofessionally and personallywith opportunities to build new skills and advance within a mission-driven organization. If you're detail-oriented, solutions-driven, and ready to be part of a team that genuinely cares, we encourage you to apply.

Position Summary

The CDL 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

The following duties and responsibilities reflect the essential functions of the position, but do not restrict the assignment of additional or different tasks; changes to the duties and responsibilities may be made at managements discretion. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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  Provide safe, efficient, on-schedule transportation for passengers in Agency vehicles.
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  Provide courteous, respectful customer service to passengers at all times.
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  Maintain passenger/client confidentiality at all times.
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  Provide assistance to passengers as trained and according to procedure in boarding and exiting vehicles, using the wheelchair lift, as necessary.
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  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.
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  Promptly report mechanical failures, safety concerns and/or maintenance issues to the Operations Manager or other designated staff.
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  Learn, follow and implement safety and industry-related rules, regulations, and procedures as required.
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  Be aware of and follow all traffic laws and industry driving best practices.
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  Respond to emergencies, accidents and other incidents according to established policies and protocols.
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  Complete all pre- and post-trip inspection reports, transportation manifests, daily mileage logs, and other paperwork and reports as required or requested.
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  Maintain a professional appearance at all times while working, with good personal hygiene and grooming.
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  Complete all trainings as required and/or requested by management.
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  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 Drivers License (without violations on record), Commercial Drivers License (CDL), Class B with passenger endorsement

Rural Community Transportation, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, HIV-positive status, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship status, veteran/military status, crime victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all of RCTs terms and conditions of employment.

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