York Fixed Route Driver (CDL required)

Seeking a full time CDL Driver for our York Fixed Route Division. Rewarding opportunity to safely give back to our community. Whether it's a ride to work, or trip to the grocery store, our employees make a difference. Join our team to change the world, one ride at a time.

Vehicle Pick Up Location: Local! Home nightly!! 415 N. Zarfoss Dr. York, PA 

Pay: Start $21.60/hour will increase to $24.00/hour after driving on own for 90 days. *WEEKLY* paycheck & great benefit package!

Once on board, you can earn $1,000 for each person you refer to us whom we hire. Unlimited!!!

Requirements - Must Have: 

• Already have CDL Class A or B WITH Passenger Endorsement ("P" Endorsement), AND Air Brake Restriction Lifted (No "L", No "Z" and No "N" Restrictions on CDL)
• Open availability to work during ANY of our operating hours, Sat & Sun 4:30 AM - 11:30 PM -AND- Mon thru Fri 4:30 AM -12:15 AM, as schedule will fall some time between these days/times

Job Summary (Role in organization):

The position is critical in assisting rabbittransit in meeting our mission of mobility. The impact of public transportation runs much deeper than a trip from point A to point B. We are the means for which people have access to experiences that alter their lives in meaningful ways. Our culture of innovation and stewardship champions that mission. This position is responsible for operating a van/bus to transport passengers in a safe and courteous manner according to published routes and timetables. The driver is responsible for driving defensively and reacting to emergency situations to ensure the safety of the passengers and the safety of the general public. Work includes completion of vehicle inspections, maintaining accurate records, assisting passengers as required including wheelchair securements, receiving and accounting for fares, radio communications, following emergency procedures, and other activities as assigned by the Operations Supervisor/ Site Manager. The driver is responsible for meeting all attendance requirements according to bid (if applicable), CBA (if applicable), policy, and safety emergency response situations. CPTA is the County Emergency responder (if applicable to that division). Available for forms of other transportation systems as needed (if applicable to that division). 

Key/Reporting Relationship:

This position reports to the Operations Supervisor/Site Manager. This position receives training, general supervision and works according to standards.

Some of the Essential knowledge, skills, abilities and experience: 

• Prefer job related experience.
• Ability to apply critical thinking and common sense understanding to carry out transportation services.
• Ability to keep mentally alert and maintain concentration.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices and demonstrated ability to operate and drive transit vehicles in a safe manner.
• Ability to understand and adhere to Authority rules, procedures, directions, funding guidelines, DOT regulations and PA traffic regulations.
• Ability to work bid runs, variable shifts, and irregular hours. Available for work/overtime in accordance with bid (if applicable), CBA (if applicable), policy and response to emergency situations.
• Demonstrated customer service orientation with the ability to deal courteously, sensitively, and effectively with the public. Adherence to regulations; harassment/discrimination policy/guidelines.
• Ability to manage one's own time and to follow a schedule to meet deadlines. 
• Ability to actively listen, communicate effectively and follow oral and written instructions that are given in English. Ability to complete records. Ability to work with diverse customers.
• Ability to enforce all CPTA rules and procedures with passengers.
• Must meet hiring qualifications including but not limited to, minimum of 21 years of age with additional criteria, acceptable driving record and background verification in accordance with CPTA standards.
• Must have regular attendance and punctuality.

Certificates and Licenses Required:

• Must possess valid Commercial Driver's License class "A" or "B" operator's license with passenger endorsement and air brake restriction lifted that is not under suspension or revocation, and possess current automobile insurance coverage.
• Must possess a valid DOT medical card. (Will send for such if given a contingent offer)
• This is a safety sensitive position subject to US DOT Drug and Alcohol pre-employment, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion and return to duty testing.

The Authority is an equal employment opportunity employer.