CDL passenger endorsement Franklin

"At Rural Community Transportation (RCT), we do more than provide rides— we connect people to essential services, independence, and opportunity. Our staff culture is built on trust, teamwork, and a deep sense of purpose. As a member of our team, you'll be part of a supportive, fast-paced environment where every call to a client, provider, or driver is an opportunity to make a real difference in so...meone’s

life."

We value compassion, resourcefulness, and commitment to equity in rural communities. RCT is a place where team members can grow—professionally and personally—with opportunities to build new skills and advance within a mission-driven organization. If you're detail-oriented, solutions-driven, and ready to be part of a team that genuinely cares, we encourage you to apply.

The Van/Bus Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of RCT vehicles and for providing reliable, high-quality transportation customer service to RCT passengers.

The following duties and responsibilities reflect the essential functions of the position, but do not restrict the assignment of additional or different tasks; changes to the duties and responsibilities may be made at management’s discretion. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Provide safe, efficient, on-schedule transportation for passengers in Agency vehicles.
• Provide courteous, respectful customer service to passengers at all times.
• Maintain passenger/client confidentiality at all times.
• Provide assistance to passengers as trained and according to procedure in boarding and exiting vehicles, using the wheelchair lift, as necessary.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections of vehicles; wash, maintain, refuel and secure Agency vehicles as required to ensure vehicles are clean, safe and ready for use at all times.
• Promptly report mechanical failures, safety concerns and/or maintenance issues to the Operations Manager or other designated staff.
• Learn, follow and implement safety and industry-related rules, regulations, and procedures as required.
• Be aware of and follow all traffic laws and industry driving best practices.
• Respond to emergencies, accidents and other incidents according to established policies and protocols.
• Complete all pre- and post-trip inspection reports, transportation manifests, daily mileage logs, and other paperwork and reports as required or requested.
• Maintain a professional appearance at all times while working, with good personal hygiene and grooming.
• Complete all trainings as required and/or requested by management.
• Perform other duties as required to meet department and agency needs.

Required:

Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the job.

Preferred:
High School completion or equivalent and commercial driving experience (minimum 2 years’ driving experience required).

Required:

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class B with passenger endorsement

• Ability to drive safely in all weather conditions and for extended periods of time.
• Ability to perform basic vehicle cleaning and maintenance.
• Ability to continuously learn, follow, and implement rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to maintain a calm and courteous manner in all situations.
• Commitment to maintaining passenger/client confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to work collaboratively and as a member of a team.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and decision-making, and appropriately respond to stressful and/or unexpected situations.
• Technical capacity to communicate, document and report information, utilizing information and communications technology as required.

This position requires actively physical and sedentary activity in a variety of environments, including vehicles and a professional office environment, and exposure to all types of weather conditions,…