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Hours Full-time
Location Hyattsville, MD
Avondale, Maryland

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ParaTransit Operator

Transdev is the largest private sector operator of multiple modes of passenger transit in North America, providing bus, rail, paratransit, shuttle, sedan and taxi services. We manage over 200 transportation contracts for cities, transit authorities and airports, providing safe and sustainable mobility solutions. Our mission is to improve public transportation, to enhance quality of life and combat global warming. Join our team and help us bring forward a new era of transportation that is safer, more sustainable, efficient and progressive!

We are seeking ParaTransit Operators to operate transit buses and transport passengers with disabilities safely in accordance with Company policy and local, county, state, and federal laws. Duties include but are not limited to:

* Performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle; sets correct destination and route signs
* Operates various types of vehicles, as assigned, safely, in all types of weather and traffic conditions, according to printed passenger schedules and Operators schedules
* Arrives and signs in on time; works hours as scheduled; wears clean, neat uniforms
* Picks up and discharges passengers at scheduled locations safely; regulates heating and ventilating equipment on the bus for the comfort of passengers
* Collects proper cash fares, following fare collection procedures
* Reports all accidents, incidents, or unusual occurrences to dispatch office immediately; submits written reports on accidents, incidents or unusual occurrences as required
* Adheres to all regulations related to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA); assists passengers as needed, to enter and exit vehicle safely; correctly operates wheelchair lift with proper safety restraints as requested by the customer
* Provides transit information to passengers as needed

Qualifications:

* Must be 21 years or older and possess a good driving record
* High school diploma or equivalent, such as GED, preferred
* Possession of a valid Class B or higher Commercial Driver's License with Passenger endorsement and Air brake endorsement preferred
* Previous bus or other heavy duty vehicle driving experience preferred
* Willing to travel 100%

Travel requirement (as a percent): 100% of time is spent in the field

For more information please visit our website at www.transdevna.com/careers

Or come see us at our Open House on Saturday, February 21th 9:00am - 12:00pm at 3201 Hubbard Road in Hyattsville, Maryland.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or religion or other legally protected status.

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in US without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check

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