Bay Transit Van Driver-Part-time

Job Details

Position Type:
Part Time

Location:

Gloucester Bay Transit Facility - Gloucester, VA 23061

Salary Range: $16.25 - $16.25 Hourly

Bay Aging is seeking part-time Van Drivers for Gloucester County to ensure all Bay Transit passengers have a safe and timely ride to work, retail, medical, legal, educational, or recreational facilities. Reports to the Regional Transit Operations Supervisor.

• Pick‑up and drop‑off passengers as scheduled in Route Match or deliver meals to Bay Aging clients.
• Passenger safety:
  Ensure all passengers have their seatbelt fastened and assist passengers with special needs when entering and exiting the bus; secure wheelchairs.
• Maintain contact with dispatcher via two‑way radio and tablet.
• Accommodate last‑minute route changes when instructed by the dispatcher.
• Maintain a clean bus inside and out.
• Collect fare or transit tickets from passengers and complete appropriate paperwork.
• Complete a time card accurately every day.

Rely on experience and knowledge of the service area to drive safely and efficiently. Perform a predetermined and limited number of tasks. Work closely with dispatcher and schedulers to ensure passengers have a safe and timely ride.

• Electronic tablets and two‑way radios.
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions when working vehicles and transporting passengers.

• Operate a 12‑passenger transit bus safely and drive about 300 miles per shift.
• Read a map.
• Interact with passengers in a courteous manner.
• Handle small amounts of cash accurately and responsibly.
• Work a flexible schedule Monday through Friday with occasional night and weekend work.

Work in the bus with some physical requirements (ability to lift 50 lbs, walking and climbing stairs, assist passengers, push wheelchairs). Limited exposure to weather conditions. None of the essential functions of the position can be performed virtually.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and an excellent driving record.

FLSA status:
This is a non‑exempt position.

Disclaimer:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. From time to time, the supervisor will ask the job holder to perform additional duties related to the completion of the work.

Bay Aging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran, or disability status. Bay Aging is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact MaDena DuChemin, Director, Human Resources at , Ext.

1228 or mduchemin.