Passenger Van Driver – St. Charles Transit

Passenger Van Driver – St. Charles City Transit

Department: Public Works Street Division

Posting Date: July 17, 2026

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour (not to exceed 1499 hours)

Status: Part-Time

This position is part-time and no benefits are included with this part-time position.

The Passenger Van Driver is responsible for providing safe, courteous, and reliable transportation services for residents utilizing the City's transit program. This position operates a passenger van on demand-response trips, assists passengers with boarding and exiting the vehicle, and ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local transportation regulations. The Passenger Van Driver serves as a representative of the City and is expected to provide exceptional customer service while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism.

• Safely operate a passenger van to transport passengers to scheduled destinations in accordance with established routes and schedules.
• Provide door-to-door or curb-to-curb transportation services as required by program guidelines.
• Assist passengers entering and exiting the vehicle, including operation of wheelchair lifts, ramps, and securement systems.
• Safely secure wheelchairs, mobility devices, and other passenger equipment in accordance with ADA requirements.
• Conduct comprehensive pre-trip, post-trip, and daily vehicle safety inspections.
• Maintain accurate vehicle inspection reports, mileage logs, passenger manifests, incident reports, and other required documentation.
• Follow all traffic laws, defensive driving practices, and City safety policies.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch regarding schedule changes, delays, emergencies, or service issues.
• Provide courteous assistance to elderly individuals, persons with disabilities, and the general public.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of assigned vehicle.
• Monitor vehicle condition and report maintenance needs promptly.
• Respond appropriately during accidents, medical emergencies, or passenger incidents following City procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of passenger information.
• Collect fares or verify passenger eligibility if required by program procedures.
• Attend required training programs, safety meetings, and continuing education.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Sit for extended periods while operating a vehicle.
• Enter and exit the vehicle numerous times throughout the workday.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Push and pull occupied wheelchairs and operate wheelchair lifts and ramps.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, and climb as necessary.
• Assist passengers requiring limited physical assistance.
• Work is performed primarily while operating a passenger van in varying weather and traffic conditions.
• Exposure to rain, snow, heat, cold, and other environmental conditions.
• Frequent interaction with the public.
• Vision sufficient to safely operate a motor vehicle and hearing adequate to communicate with passengers and emergency personnel are required.

• High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Missouri Class E driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Previous passenger and/or public driving experience preferred.

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The City of Saint Charles is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify