Location
Bethlehem, PA | United States
Job description
Sign-On Bonus Between $500-$3,500
Trans-Bridge Lines, Inc., a family-run business celebrating over 80 years, is currently seeking several motorcoach drivers. The company is accepting applicants from those with a career in the industry, or those who are excited to try a new profession.
With our years of knowledge, paid training provided by our top-notch instructors, and a variety of schedules and routes, that becoming a motorcoach driver could be the right fit for you! Trans-Bridge Lines seeks individuals who possess a positive attitude, accepts scheduling challenges, and has excellent customer service skills. We are unique in the industry by paying our motorcoarch drivers FULL DRIVER'S PAY during their layover time. Be a part of the driver shortage solution by joining us today!
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Follows a planned bus route to and from various locations to pick up or drop off passengers.
- Perform pre-trip and post-tip inspection of assigned bus.
- Opens and closes baggage compartment doors.
- Loads and unloads passenger baggage.
- Assist passengers on and off the bus when help is needed to ensure passenger safety.
- Assist disabled passengers on and off the bus, as required by Federal regulations (in some instances, may require assisting in carrying the person).
- Collects and accounts for all tickets and cash fares and answers customer questions about bus route.
- Announces safety and housekeeping items before each leg of bus trip.
- Comply with all DOT, Federal and State traffic laws and regulations.
- Communicates with the dispatch department during route; provide updates to the dispatch department regarding customer counts, emergencies, traffic patterns, or accidents.
- Reports any mechanical issues with bus such as brakes, steering, air conditioning, or other issues. Interacts with the maintenance department pertaining to such mechanical issues and performs checks as required by maintenance to diagnose causes.
- Deliver fares and proper paperwork to dispatch when shift is finished.
- Attend company quarterly meetings and safety meetings.
- Maintain certifications, licenses and physicals regulated by DOT, FMCSA, FTA, and any other agencies Trans-Bridge Lines are bound to abide by.
- Completion of initial training and any ongoing training.
- Perform other duties/responsibilities as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to operate a bus safely.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Outstanding customer service skills.
- Punctual to work.
Education and Experience:
- Must be 23 years of age.
- Must have a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain CDL with provided training.
- CDL, class A or B, with air brakes and passenger endorsement is preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Must pass drug and alcohol screenings and DOT physical exam.
- Prolonged periods of operating the bus.
- Must be able to assist passengers when needed.
- Be able to lift 60 pounds and be able to lift 60 pounds at least 14 inches from road level.
- Must be able to work holidays and weekends when needed.
Benefits:
- Sign On Bonus Potential ($500-$3,500, based on experience)
- Company Paid Training
- Increased Pay Rate After 90 Days Post Completed Training
- Paid Layover Time
- 401K + Company Match
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits (Full Time Employees Only)
- Health & Dependent Flexible Spending (Full Time Employees Only)
- Company Paid Life Insurance & Short Time Disability (Full Time Employees Only)
- Paid Personal & Vacation Days (Full Time Employees Only)
- Paid Holidays/ Holiday Pay (Full Time Employees Only)
- Uniform Allowance
- Flexible Scheduling
Training:
- Those with CDL License, company paid basic training
- Those without a CDL License, company paid basic and CDL training with little to no out of pocket costs (Training value of $3,000)
Job tags
Salary
$21 per hour
