We are hiring a confident Paratransit Van Operator (driver) to join our vibrant team at Spokane Transit in Spokane, WA.
Growing your career as a Full Time Paratransit Van Operator (driver) is a remarkable opportunity to develop indispensable skills.
If you are strong in planning, presentation and have the right passion for the job, then apply for the position of Paratransit Van Operator (driver) at Spokane Transit today!
Job Summary Spokane Transit is recruiting for Paratransit Van Operators to start in our next training class on September 21st, 2023. As a Van Operator you will be responsible for providing door-to-door transportation services for the elderly and people with disabilities. You will efficiently and safely transport customers to their proper destinations in a courteous, safe and timely manner. In doing so, you will create, promote, and maintain relationships with customers and fellow employees while providing an important service to your community.
Ideal Candidate Profile Service Oriented
Respectful
Safe
Customer Oriented
Punctual
Courteous
Our Benefits In addition to the career opportunity, a competitive salary, and the areas' recreational activities, we offer an excellent benefits package that includes:
Paid training to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Training wage of $18.23/hour
Standard Wage range of $20.31/hour – $28.05/hour
Up to $3,000 in sign-on bonuses available
PPO Medical Plans (Vision coverage included)
Premera Blue Cross – Your Choice 250 Heritage Plus Plan
HMO Medical Plans (Vision coverage included)
Kaiser Permanente Medical Core Plan
Kaiser Permanente Medical Core Buy-Up Plan
Delta Dental PPO Plan
WA State Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS)
PERS 2 or PERS 3
Deferred Compensation/457 plan
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) employer contribution of $25/month
Employer Paid Basic life ($25,000), AD&D ($5,000) and long-term disability insurance
Pet Insurance
Vacation Accrual Schedule (paid)
1 year of continuous service – 40 hours
2-4 years of continuous service – 80 hours
5-9 years of continuous service – 120 hours
10-15 years of continuous service – 160 hours
16-24 years of continuous service – 200 hours
25+ years of continuous service – 240 hours
Sick Leave Full-time employees – 96 hours per year maximum Part-time Employees 72 hours maximum
0462 hours earned per hour in paid status
7 Paid Holidays
3 Floating Holidays and 1 birthday floater
Free bus passes for employee and dependents
Onsite workout facility
KEPRO Employee Assistance Program
$500 for new hire uniforms
$25-$40 per month uniform allowance
https://www.spokanetransit.com/about-sta/employment/for-sta-employees/
Examples of Duties Follows company policies and procedures as it relates to Paratransit van service. Provides safe, comfortable and reliable transportation to persons of disability; promotes positive
customer relations; and maintains a clean, neat appearance and pleasant disposition. Greets customers in a friendly, courteous manner. Supervises the conduct of individuals accepted as customers while riding in the vehicle
and/or, when present, at STA designated boarding and departure locations. Observes uniform regulations and/or other rules, policies and regulations as outlined by
Spokane Transit. Provides escort assistance to customers and carries groceries to/from the van. Operates onboard mobile data computer to accurately record and edit trip related data. Communicates with the Paratransit Department concerning equipment; operational or customer
problems; or accidents, by using a two-way radio or completing appropriate written reports. Monitors two-way radio calls, reporting conditions such as accidents, customer incidents,
mechanical malfunctions, delays in service and traffic problems. Completes accident or incident reports; on-the-job injury claims; surveys; van operator
reports and other required written materials in a timely manner. Examples of Duties Follows company policies and procedures as it relates to Paratransit van service. Provides safe, comfortable and reliable transportation to persons of disability; promotes positive
customer relations; and maintains a clean, neat appearance and pleasant disposition. Greets customers in a friendly, courteous manner. Supervises the conduct of individuals accepted as customers while riding in the vehicle
and/or, when present, at STA designated boarding and departure locations. Observes uniform regulations and/or other rules, policies and regulations as outlined by
Spokane Transit. Provides escort assistance to customers and carries groceries to/from the van. Operates onboard mobile data computer to accurately record and edit trip related data. Communicates with the Paratransit Department concerning equipment; operational or customer
problems; or accidents, by using a two-way radio or completing appropriate written reports. Monitors two-way radio calls, reporting conditions such as accidents, customer incidents,
mechanical malfunctions, delays in service and traffic problems. Completes accident or incident reports; on-the-job injury claims; surveys; van operator
reports and other required written materials in a timely manner. Benefits of working as a Paratransit Van Operator (driver) in Spokane, WA:
? Unlimited Growth Potential
? Rapid Progression
? Competitive salary
