CDL Driver

Cedar Bus Company LLC Embark on a rewarding career journey with us u2013 a company proudly recognized as one of the Best Business to Work for in 2025 A Driver is responsible for transporting clients from their pickup point to their destination in a timely and safe manner. Using a vehicle to successfully transport people, performing pre-trip inspections, performing child checks post-route, and keeping their vehicle within DOT regulations are the most important tasks of the driver. The Transportation Driver is responsible for transporting clients in a safe and efficient manner consistent with the organizational mission and vision and in compliance with company policy, state and federal DOT regulations and applicable laws. Specific responsibilities include driving company vehicles, interacting with clients, program personnel, and client support staff in the field, communicating with dispatch in a clear and concise manner, and maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor in the field. This position generally follows a typical Monday through Friday work week and is considered a split shift position with AM runs in the morning and PM runs in the afternoon into the evening. However, there are some situations that would dictate otherwise as required by customer demand such as charters, med runs, or shuttle runs. This has the potential to include weekend work per request. Pay Rate: $17.51 per hour Working Conditions: Varied, per the nature of this job, drivers can expect to spend 90-95% of their time on the road. Other time spent will be at the site location, training, cleaning and assisting the operation as needed. Duties and Responsibilities: u2022Ensure transportation and workplace safety policies are in compliance with company, state and federal regulations. u2022Safely transport clients to and from programs in the mornings and afternoons u2022Obey all applicable vehicle and traffic laws u2022Perform pre and post trip inspections of the bus before and after each run and report any defects to management u2022Ensure that the bus is kept cleaned and fueled as well as fluids being topped off u2022Ensure safety of all clients. This includes securing wheelchair bound clients as well as operating the wheelchair lift. u2022Keep your routes updated and dispatch abreast of any issues that may arise (e.g. running behind schedule) u2022Clean bus daily and proper usage of PPE u2022Report all disciplinary issues to operations management so appropriate measures can be taken u2022Assist clients with getting on and off the bus as needed u2022Be flexible and drive other vehicles and routes as needed u2022Work as a member of a team u2013 with monitors, operations staff, and customers u2022Attend periodic regular safety trainings u2022Must be dependable and punctual u2022All other job duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager and/or his or her designee. Required Qualifications: u2022High School Diploma/GED u2022Must possess driver license u2022Valid NYS Driversu2019 License u2013 CDL Class u201cCu201d or higher with passenger endorsement or CLP u2022Be at least 21 years of age u2022Have a valid DOT medical card or the ability to obtain one u2022Ability to pull and push 250 lbs. and lift up to 50 lbs. u2022Ability to sit for long periods of time and bend to secure wheelchair bound clients u2022Ability to display empathy towards clients u2022Willingness to submit to a drug test and a comprehensive background check u2022Willingness to grow within the company Preferred Qualifications u2022Applicable transportation industry experience u2022Experience with transportation, logistics, or navigation software u2022Experience using electronics and tablets u2022Experience in transporting individuals who have developmental disabilities u2022First aid qualified Beacon Mobility is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Beacon Mobility makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. Over the past 15 years, our commitment to quality and focus on innovation has allowed us to develop into the largest non-emergency health and human services transporter in New York State. We approach transportation with the understanding that collaboration is crucial to creating a better care delivery model. As an organization, we take great pride in providing individuals with disabilities access to various places in our community through transportation services.

Created: 2025-12-05