PT Driver - Forest Grove Area - Ride Connection at Ride Connection

Forest Grove, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 May, 26

Salary

26.43

Posted On

24 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Safe Transportation, Door-to-Door Service, Community Shuttles, Wheelchair Assistance, Operating Larger Vehicles, Accessibility Equipment, People-First Approach, Customer Service, Route Following, Vehicle Inspection, Safety Regulations Adherence, Smartphone Usage, Tablet Usage, Professional Service, Dignity and Respect

Industry

Shuttles and Special Needs Transportation Services

Description

Ride Connection is seeking a compassionate, dependable Part-Time Driver to join our community-focused team based out of Forest Grove. In this role, you’ll help people stay connected, independent, and engaged by providing safe, friendly, and reliable transportation throughout our community. You’ll support a variety of Ride Connection transportation, including door-to-door service (D2D)and community connector shuttles, which help the community, older adults, and people with disabilities get where they need to go. You’ll regularly assist riders who use wheelchairs and operate larger passenger vehicles, so comfort with accessibility equipment and a people-first approach are key. If you enjoy meeting new people, take pride in providing excellent service, and want your work to truly matter, we’d love to meet you. ---------------------------------------- COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE * Hourly pay: $21.48 – $26.43 (depending on directly comparable experience) * Status: Non-exempt, Part-Time * Schedule: Anticipated hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 8:00am to 5:00 pm - with a willingness to fill in for other shifts as needed (So flexibility is a must!) * Location: Based at our Forest Grove office at 2037 Douglas Street, Forest Grove OR 97116 ---------------------------------------- WHAT YOU’LL DO * Safely transport riders to medical appointments, community activities, and other essential destinations * Provide transportation for door-to-door and community shuttles * Assist riders as they board and exit vehicles, including those using mobility devices, with care, respect, and dignity * Operate larger passenger vehicles and follow daily routes and schedules provided by the Program Manager * Create welcoming, positive experiences for every rider through friendly and professional service * Follow all traffic and safety regulations, especially when supporting riders with mobility challenges * Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, including fuel checks and safety reviews ---------------------------------------- QUALIFICATIONS * Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (five-year look-back) * Minimum of five years of driving experience as recorded by the DMV * Ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds and safely secure wheelchairs in enclosed spaces * Comfort and willingness to drive larger vehicles * Reliable transportation to and from work * Ability to use smartphones and tablets for routing and communication tools * Ability to pass a National Criminal Record Check, including fingerprint identification (*If a record exists, the nature and severity will be reviewed and may not be a barrier to employment) *This position may be designated as Safety Sensitive under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) guidelines and may require participation in the FTA Drug and Alcohol Testing Program, including pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident testing. ---------------------------------------- WELCOMED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS * Bilingual or multilingual communication skills * Experience in a driving, transportation, or customer service role * Professional or lived experience working with older adults or people with disabilities ---------------------------------------- BENEFITS * Competitive pay with opportunities for growth * Medical, dental, and vision insurance * 403(b) retirement plan with automatic employer contribution and up to a 2% match * Flexible Spending Account with $500 annual employer contribution * Up to 140 hours of PTO during your first three years (and then increases) * Six paid holidays, plus MLK Day of Service and Juneteenth Day of Learning * 60 hours of annual sick leave * TriMet annual transportation pass * Comprehensive training and ongoing support * The satisfaction of knowing your work directly improves lives in your community ---------------------------------------- Learn more about us at www.rideconnection.org [http://www.rideconnection.org]. Join us in helping people stay connected, independent, and engaged — one safe and friendly ride at a time. Anticipated hours for this position are 25 to 30 hours a week between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm Monday, Wednesday and Friday - with additional hours for a flexible person.

Responsibilities

The driver will safely transport riders, including older adults and people with disabilities, to essential destinations using door-to-door service and community shuttles. Responsibilities include assisting riders with boarding/exiting, operating larger passenger vehicles, and maintaining positive, professional interactions.