Paratransit Driver
Via
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Description
As a Paratransit Driver for Trinity Metro On-Demand by Via, you will drive accessible vans and provide outstanding customer service to riders in the immediate Fort Worth area.
What You'll Do:
- Safely and courteously, operate lift-equipped vehicles to transport elderly and/or persons with disabilities
- Learn the fundamentals of Via operations and related safety procedures
- Perform the routine operation of vehicles, including pre- and post-shift inspections
Who You Are:
- Possess good knowledge of the city
- Conversational proficiency in English
- Able to operate a wheelchair accessible vehicle within standard safety guidelines to ensure public safety
- Able to deal effectively and courteously with all customers and the public
- Must be able to safely push and maneuver more than 400 pounds of weight, such as in assisting passengers in wheelchairs or handling heavy equipment
- Must be comfortable bending down on one knee for extended periods of time to secure wheelchairs and other mobility aids
- Hold a valid driver’s license
- Pass a drug screening, motor vehicle check, and criminal background check
- At least 25 years old
- Able to apply in person at Via’s offices in the Fort Worth area
Compensation and Benefits:
- The candidate’s experience, knowledge, and skills determine the final salary.
- Salary Range:
- Starting at $17.00/hour during training which increases to $18.00/hour.
- Trainer drivers with prior training experience will be paid up to $19.00/hour.
- We are proud to offer a generous and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401K matching, holiday pay, and PTO.
Via is an equal opportunity employer.
Benefits
- The candidate’s experience, knowledge, and skills determine the final salary.
- Salary Range :
- Starting at $17.00/hour during training which increases to $18.00/hour.
- Trainer drivers with prior training experience will be paid up to $19.00/hour.
- We are proud to offer a generous and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401K matching, holiday pay, and PTO.
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