Responsibilities

Responsible for providing safe, courteous transportation service and serve as support staff for the Engage Life Director or Maintenance Director.

Coordinates vehicle pre-maintenance, maintenance, and repair to ensure vehicle longevity.

• Drive vehicle from community to social and other various destinations according to assigned schedule.
• Assist residents into and out of vehicle in a safe manner.
• Secure passengers’ wheelchairs to restraining devices to stabilize wheelchairs during trip.
• Practice safe driving techniques at all times.
• Clean and service vehicle with fuel, lubricants, and accessories and report and coordinate vehicle maintenance repairs.
• Establish and monitor daily and weekly trip inspection and preventative maintenance programs, as well as maintain records regarding the maintenance of all vehicles.
• Deliver groceries and other belongings to resident’s apartments.
• Assist the Engage Life Department in activities and programs as needed.
• Ensure charges are submitted to the business office daily for community travel expenses.
• Maintain a safe driving record according to Company guidelines.
• Handle emergency situations and basic First Aid.
• May perform other duties as needed and / or assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one (1) to three (3) months of related experience and / or training;

or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Five (5) or more years of driving experience and knowledge of vehicle preventative maintenance programs.
• Commercial driver’s license required to operate commercial size vehicles.
• Able to operate a seven (7) to sixteen (16) passenger bus, unless otherwise required by Atria or state law. Able to operate a limousine or car, tire changing equipment, First Aid Kit, wheelchair lift, and dollies / hand trucks.
• Experienced with vehicle emergency repairs, able to change automobile tires and handle minor on-road maintenance.
• Knowledgeable of all streets within an 8-mile radius of the community.
• Position requires driving responsibilities (may use Company provided vehicle and / or personal vehicle).
• Must satisfactorily meet and be in compliance with Atria’s Motor Vehicle Record Policy standards.

MTM Transit is looking for both Part Time Class B CDL and Class C CDL Drivers to join our team in Orange County, NY. Make the move and apply today!

Why make the move to MTM Transit?

• Rate of Pay : $
• Schedule : Monday, Friday, and Saturday
• Paid Training & Overtime
• Safety Bonus
• Yearly Pay Increases
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Referral Bonus Program

What we require :

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid CDL Class B or CDL Class C
• Safe driving record with a minimum for 5 years' recent experience driving a motor vehicle with a valid license
• No more than 3 moving violations in the last 3 years
• Valid Medical Certificate and passage of pre-employment drug screening

What you'll do :

• Provide safe and reliable transportation
• Demonstrate excellent defensive driving skills
• Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external stakeholders
• Must assist with passenger loading and unloading from vehicle
• Must assist with any mobility device and securement as required for safety protocols
• Ensure the on-time pick-up and drop off of the customer
• Demonstrates understanding and sensitivity to the needs of older adults and individuals with disabilities
• Complete thorough vehicle pre-trip, post-trip, and DVI inspections as required
• Complete paperwork as required
• Utilize tablets or electronic devices as required

This position is located at 169 Mill Street Newburgh, New York 12550

Rate of Pay : $

MTMTRANSIT

Responsibilities : *Drives and escorts shelter clients to and from appointments. *Ensures welcoming and respectful atmosphere on the van.

• Assist riders as needed when entering or exiting the vehicle. *Delivers belongings to other sites as needed. *Operates vehicle in a safe, timely and efficient manner.
• Reports problems related to routing, scheduling or vehicle breakdowns and malfunctions in a timely manner. *Assist in scheduling and routing of vehicle.
• Performs daily routine safety checks and pre-trip inspections on assigned vehicle. *Maintains cleanliness of vehicle both inside and out by routine wiping down and mopping as well as bringing van to car wash on a routine basis.
• Maintains vehicle in good working condition by ensuring routine maintenance is performed. *Maintains knowledge of local area street and highway systems, motor vehicle laws and regulations, safe / defensive driving techniques and the needs of population served.
• Reports all traffic incidents and accidents immediately to Shelter Director or their designee. *Reports concerns about client stability to the Director of Social Service or their designee in a timely fashion.

Qualification : Valid New York State Driver's License - with a clean driving record is a must. *High school diploma or GED.

• One-year experience of institutional driving.

Fort Tryon Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing -

Busy Adult Day Care center is looking to hire Full Time Drivers.

POSITION SUMMARY :

Responsible for the immediate supervision of all passengers, in the absence of another staff person, while transporting clients from their point of departure to their final destination.

POSITION DUTIES :

• Responsible for providing safe, comfortable and punctual transportation to all passengers.
• Speak to consumers, program personnel, parents and caregivers in a professional manner that is sensitive and respectful to consumer’s disabilities.
• Assist passengers with boarding and disembarking the vehicle.
• Secure all passengers in vehicles using seat belts and / or wheelchair securing equipment.
• Properly operate any equipment used in or during transport, such as hydraulic lifts, ramps, tie downs, seat belts, safety flares, fire extinguishers, 2- way radios, beepers, etc.
• Responsible for handling all special and emergency requests in addition to regularly assigned runs, including non-consumer related transportation.
• Responsible for pre trip and post trip inspection of all assigned vehicles. Properly maintain vehicle while in your possession.
• Attend staff meetings as required.
• Responsible for the submission of all required documentation.
• Assist escort, and / or intervene independently in situations where consumer behaviors create a hazardous or unhealthy situation to themselves, and or other passengers.

Perform all other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

• Compliance with Article 19A of NYSDMV Traffic and Safety Laws.
• Carry a company I.D. card and Valid NYS Driver’s License at all times while on duty.
• New York State C.D.L. Class B License with a passenger and air brake endorsement, or C.D.L. Class C with passenger endorsement.
• Minimum 3 years experience driving and at least 21 years of age.
• Acceptable drivers abstract, containing no more than a combination of 2 moving violations or accidents within the last three years.
• Must possess basic map reading skills and working knowledge of 5 boroughs of NYC.
• Be aware of and comply with State and local Rules and Regulations governing commercial drivers.
• Be aware of a safety and evacuation plan for all equipment used.