Fixed Route Driver - Des Moines, United States - Ridedart
Description
** DART**
** Fixed Route Driver**
Des Moines, IA 50309
The Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART) is the largest public transit agency in Iowa. DART provides resources for those who vanpool, walk, or bike. These services connect thousands of people every day to jobs, school, medical appointments, entertainment, and more. Our mission is to enrich lives, connect communities, and expand opportunities.
**The top 3 reasons our employees choose to work at DART are:**
**1. The impact we make on our community**
**2. Working with friendly coworkers**
**3. The empowerment and responsibility we have to serve our passengers**
**Job Description:** DART's Fixed Route Operators transport passengers on 40 foot bus along an assigned route, ensuring to stay on schedule and provide excellent customer service. Applicants do not need to currently hold a Commercial Driver's License, a Class C Driver's License, however, is necessary. DART will pay while you train, once you are hired.
**Schedule:** DART hours of operation are 7 days a week from 4:00 am to 12:30 am. Newly hired drivers work split shifts and eventually move to straight 8-hour shifts. Drivers are required to have flexible schedules and to be able to take shifts as needed. Fixed Route drivers will bid on a shift and will hold that shift for about 4 months until the next bid.
*Example Schedule: First Run- 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Second Run- 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm*
**Paid Training:** The training process is about 6-7 weeks. During this time, DART would train new hires to obtain their Commercial Drivers License. In addition, this time is spent with classroom training, learning DART policies and procedures. New hires will participate in ride-alongs, shadowing current drivers on their routes. DART will provide the vehicle for the CDL test and we will reimburse for the cost of the license.
**Wages:** Our full-time operators make $25.49/hr after one-year *(Increases every July according to the Union Contract)*
**Job Duties**
Promptly pick up and drop off passengers according to the schedule that fits the needs of passengers
Assist passengers to board and exit the vehicle safely, fastening wheelchairs and other medical or mobility equipment in a secure fashion
Maintain records and trip logs that outline your driving activities
Complete a pre and post-trip inspection of the vehicle
**Job Qualifications**
21 years of age or older
High school diploma/equivalent
Must currently hold a Class C Iowa Driver's License
Must be able to obtain a Commercial Drivers License with Passenger and Airbrake endorsements
Pass a pre-employment background check (Motor Vehicle Record and Criminal History)
Complete a DOT physical through DART's physician
Pass a DOT Drug Screen
**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**
Ability to operate assigned equipment in a safe manner
Ability to follow and understand policies and procedures
General knowledge of the Des Moines area
Ability to operate a vehicle in city traffic
Customer service experience is preferred
**What DART Offers**
Paid CDL training with license reimbursement
$2,000 Sign-on Bonus for all newly hired drivers
$3,000 Sign-on Bonus for newly hired drivers with a valid CDL with passenger and airbrake endorsements
Health Insurance Coverage with an optional Health Savings Account (DART contributes to the HSA annually)
Dental and Vision Coverage
Company paid Life Insurance
457 (b) Retirement Savings Plan
I.P.E.R.S Retirement System
Company paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
Paid Floating Holidays 90 days after hire
Paid Holidays, 90 days after graduation from training
40 hours paid vacation after 1-year
On-site Wellness Center
Complimentary Bus Pass and discounted family bus passes
Annual Uniform Allowance
Free Annual Wellness Screenings
B-Cycle Membership