Driver – Afternoon Shift; Part-Time

Description

Position: Driver
Location: Denton County
Type: Part-time

Pay: $16/hr ($17/hr with CDL with Passenger Endorsement)

Work Schedule Requirement: Applicants must be available to work Monday through Friday between the hours of 12:00 pm and 7:00 p.m.. Employees will be scheduled for a 4 to 6-hour shift within this time frame
. Specific shift assignments may vary based on business needs.

Drive with Purpose
Are you looking for a part-time job that makes a real difference? Join Span and make a real difference in your neighborhood! We’re a small, mission-driven non-profit dedicated to connecting Denton County neighbors—older adults, people with disabilities, veterans, and others—to medical appointments, groceries, and essential services. When you drive with us, you’re not just giving a ride—you’re helping someone stay connected, independent, and cared for.

About the Role: As a Span Driver, you’ll operate our buses, high-roof vans, and minivans to provide safe, non-emergency rides for neighbors across Denton County—to medical appointments, grocery trips, and other essential destinations. You’ll work a route-based schedule and deliver warm, reliable service at every stop. Because this is a safety-sensitive position, employment includes routine DOT/FTA-required screenings, training, and certifications to keep you—and our riders—safe.

• Review routes and assignments using an Android-based application, clarifying any questions with Dispatch.
• Complete and document pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicles, ensuring compliance with Span’s policies and procedures.
• Notify supervisors of any mechanical issues immediately following the shift or sooner if they pose a risk.
• Maintain fuel levels and keep vehicles clean and litter-free.
• Follow assigned schedules and communicate regularly with Dispatch about service status, breaks, vehicle issues, and passenger-related incidents.
• Use a two-way radio professionally and in accordance with FCC regulations.
• Comply with local, state, and federal traffic regulations.
• Assist ambulatory and wheelchair passengers with boarding and exiting the vehicle.
• Provide courteous service to clients, assisting with parcels or special needs as necessary.
• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilation for passenger comfort.
• Collect and handle fares responsibly.
• Participate in training and meetings as required.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED); or three to six months related experience/training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Texas State Driver’s License; CDL with a Passenger (P) endorsement preferred but not required.
• Pass required initial and annual trainings, including Defensive Driving, CPR/First Aid, Passenger Assistance, and Drug and Alcohol.
• Pass required medical physicals or certifications and drug/alcohol testing.
• Ability to use a two-way Bluetooth device, a tablet, and a tablet-based application program.
• Knowledge of GPS guidance systems and the ability to interpret maps and directions.
• Reliable, punctual, and appropriately groomed in a Span uniform.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and maintain constructive relationships with clients and co-workers.
• Basic math skills and the ability to communicate effectively with passengers and dispatchers.

Required

Skills and Abilities:

• Must pass required initial and annual trainings for this position. Includes, but not limited to, Defensive Driving, CPR/First Aid, Passenger Assistance, and Drug and Alcohol.
• Must be able to pass required medical physicals or certifications and drug/alcohol testing.
• Must be able to comply with Department of Transportation and the Federal Transit Authority requirements.
• Capability to be trained on and successfully use a two-way Bluetooth device, a tablet, and a tablet-based application program.
• Knowledge of and ability to use a GPS Guidance system. Ability to interpret maps and directions in a way that promotes efficient route and time management.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Able to handle stressful situations and remain calm when dealing with a variety of personalities and situations.
• Able to develop and maintain constructive relationships with…