Para-Transit Driver

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The City of Irvine seeks an experienced and skilled Para-Transit Driver to transport seniors and disabled persons to local destinations.  The incumbent will provide door-to-door service, assist patrons in and out of the vehicle, perform thorough pre-operation inspections of assigned vehicles for repair and safety issues, and other related van driving duties for the City of Irvine. A valid Class B driver's license with passenger endorsement is required.  

Your Impact  

• Operate vehicle and safely transport seniors and individuals with disabilities to destinations.
• Inspect vehicles prior to operation and perform safety and preventive maintenance functions.
• Provide safe door-to-door transportation service and assist seniors and individuals with disabilities on and off wheelchair accessible vehicles. Minimal physical assistance to passengers is required.
• Prepare, complete, and submit daily reports, driver manifests and accident/incident reports, when appropriate, and email correspondence.
• Responsible for cleaning and washing vehicle’s interior and exterior; fuel vehicle daily after routes.
• Participate in ongoing training and workshops to stay up-to-date on para-transit regulations, safety measures, and passenger assistance techniques.
• Provide limited administrative support to the TRIPS office including, but not limited to, answering phone calls, responding to emails, and coordinating appointments.
• Ability to use routing software to analyze and interpret mapping data for efficient route planning.
• Provide operational and administrative support to office personnel as needed.
• Ability to successfully complete the following pre-employment examinations: Class B physical, DOT substance/alcohol exam, back x-ray, and driving examination.  
• Please Note: If hired, random drug and/or alcohol testing is conducted as a part of employment.
• Work schedule is Monday-Friday, 7:00 am-5:30 p.m.
• Find additional information in the Para-Transit Driver job description.

Minimum Qualifications  

• High School or equivalent.
• Some experience dealing with the public, preferably with the elderly and/or persons with special needs or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities. 
• Possess a valid California driver's license and able to show evidence of a good driving record. 
• Successful completion of Class B driver's license examination (including DMV physical examination).
• First Aid/CPR training for infant, child and adult.
• Subject to Department of Transportation random drug and alcohol testing.

Best Fit

• Three (3) years experience working with the public, preferably with seniors and /or individuals with disabilities.
• Experience operating a 15-passenger van, equipped for wheelchairs.
• Ability to provide a current DMV printout demonstrating a safe driving record.
• Knowledge of appropriate and lawful driving standards, emergency procedures, vehicle maintenance and Irvine and Orange County roadways.
• Experience with TripSpark scheduling software.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. on occasion. 
• Ability to push, pull, lean, stoop, and bend in the performance of various job duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to lift and carry the weight of a standard wheelchair.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, MS teams).

Salary : $40,581 - $63,794