Stowe Seasonal Route Driver

RCT Stowe Seasonal CDL Bus Driver

Location:

Stowe, VT (Nov - Apr)

Department:
Seasonal Drivers

Employment Type:

Seasonal (Full Time During the Season)

Minimum Experience:

CDL with Passenger Endorsement

Compensation: $31.00 per hour

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 someone'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.

The Seasonal CDL Bus Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of RCT vehicles and for providing reliable, high-quality customer service to RCT passengers for the Winter Season in Stowe, VT.

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 RCT vehicles.
• Provide courteous, respectful customer service to passengers always.
• Always maintain passenger/client confidentiality.
• 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 maintenance issues to the supervisor 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.
• Always maintain a professional appearance while working, with good personal hygiene and grooming.
• Complete all training as required and/or requested by management.
• Comply with route schedules, notifying the designated company contacts when traffic/weather conditions hinder schedule adherence.
• Perform other duties as required to meet department and agency needs.

• Wage:
  Starting hourly rate is $31.00 per hour.
• Bonus:
  End-of-season bonus paid out based on the number of hours worked during the ski season to the e nd
• Training:
  Free CDL License Training for a candidate with their CDL permit that includes a passenger endorsement (approximately $4,000 savings).

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…