Passenger Van Driver – St. Charles City Transit

| **Job** **Title** | **Passenger Van Driver – St. Charles City Transit** | | --- | --- | | **Department** | **Public Works Street Division** | | **Posting** **Date** | July 17, 2026 | | **Closing** **Date** **for Resumes/Applications** | Open Until Filled | | **Pay Rate** | $20.00/ hourly **(not to exceed 1499 hours)** | | **Exempt/Non-exempt** | Non-exempt | | **Status** | Part-Time | The City of St. Charles Human Resources Department is recruiting for seasonal Passenger Van Drivers for the St. Charles City Transit within the Public Works Street Division. **This position is part-time and no benefits are included with this part-time position.** **Purpose of Position** The Passenger Van Driver is responsible for providing safe, courteous, and reliable transportation services for residents utilizing the City's transit program. This position operates a passenger van on demand-response trips, assists passengers with boarding and exiting the vehicle, and ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local transportation regulations. The Passenger Van Driver serves as a representative of the City and is expected to provide exceptional customer service while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities** **The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.** - Safely operate a passenger van to transport passengers to scheduled destinations in accordance with established routes and schedules. - Provide door-to-door or curb-to-curb transportation services as required by program guidelines. - Assist passengers entering and exiting the vehicle, including operation of wheelchair lifts, ramps, and securement systems. - Safely secure wheelchairs, mobility devices, and other passenger equipment in accordance with ADA requirements. - Conduct comprehensive pre-trip, post-trip, and daily vehicle safety inspections. - Maintain accurate vehicle inspection reports, mileage logs, passenger manifests, incident reports, and other required documentation. - Follow all traffic laws, defensive driving practices, and City safety policies. - Communicate effectively with dispatch regarding schedule changes, delays, emergencies, or service issues. - Provide courteous assistance to elderly individuals, persons with disabilities, and the general public. - Maintain cleanliness and appearance of assigned vehicle. - Monitor vehicle condition and report maintenance needs promptly. - Respond appropriately during accidents, medical emergencies, or passenger incidents following City procedures. - Maintain confidentiality of passenger information. - Collect fares or verify passenger eligibility if required by program procedures. - Attend required training programs, safety meetings, and continuing education. - Perform other related duties as assigned. **Physical and Mental Abilities Required to Perform Essential Job Functions** - Sit for extended periods while operating a vehicle. - Enter and exit the vehicle numerous times throughout the workday. - Lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally. - Push and pull occupied wheelchairs and operate wheelchair lifts and ramps. - Bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, and climb as necessary. - Assist passengers requiring limited physical assistance. - Work is performed primarily while operating a passenger van in varying weather and traffic conditions. - Exposure to rain, snow, heat, cold, and other environmental conditions. - Frequent interaction with the public. - Vision sufficient to safely operate a motor vehicle and hearing adequate to communicate with passengers and emergency personnel are required. **Minimum Training and Experience Required** - High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent. - Must possess a valid Missouri Class E driver's license with a clean driving record. - Previous passenger and/or public driving experience preferred. **How to Apply:*…