Driver In Training - Get Your CDL

About TransWest:  We move people. We help them get to work, school, or play. From A to B, and everything in between. By shuttle, bus, charter or valet, we find creative ways to move people, business, and communities forward. We partner with some of the world's leading companies to create personalized transportation systems and hospitality experiences. We go above and beyond to remove stress in all interactions and make things a little easier for all we serve. 

We'll pay you to get your CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement, then put you in the Driver's seat!

The TransWest Sponsored Training Program (TSTP) is designed to meet Washington State and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Entry-Level Driver Training requirements. Upon successful completion of the program and licensing, participants transition into a CDL driver role at TransWest.

We are seeking professional, safety minded Drivers who have a passion for delivering great customer service to our clients! At TransWest we believe our people are the key to making us successful on a daily basis, so we want to invest in you!

Compensation:  

• $25.00 - $25.00/ hour

Benefits: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance 
• 401k with matching 
• Annual pay raises 
• Quarterly safety performance bonuses 
• Holiday pay 
• Uniforms provided 
• Paid Time Off up to 80 hours per year with increasing amounts based on your years of service  
• Paid DOT medical card & physicals  

Responsibilities: 

• Complete TransWest’s 4-week Sponsored Training Program to obtain Passenger endorsement
• Transport business clients to and from scheduled routes safely and reliably
• Transport business clients to and from scheduled routes safely and reliably  
• Conduct daily vehicle safety checks on assigned vehicles and report any defects in a timely manner; complete all required operations documentation fully and accurately daily 
• Create a welcoming environment and deliver seamless experience for corporate commuters 
• Must be professional and safety minded 
• Perform DOT daily inspections on assigned equipment and fuel equipment as necessary 
• Provide excellent customer service in every interaction 
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness 
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements: 

• We will help you to obtain CDL Permit
• Must complete 4-week TransWest Sponsored Training Program to obtain Passenger endorsement which includes a comprehensive theory curriculum followed by a behind-the-wheel practical training and assessment
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record
• 6 Months professional driving experience
• Current/Active DOT Medical Card
• Must pass pre-employment DOT drug test
• Enjoy people and excel at customer service
• Able to communicate proficiently in English
• Able to work independently, yet able to take direction
• Able to pass a criminal background check

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain seated and operate a vehicle for extended periods.
• Ability to enter and exit vehicles, including vehicles with stairs, multiple times throughout the shift.
• Ability to perform routine vehicle inspections, which may involve bending, reaching, or kneeling.
• Ability to lift, move, or position items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to communicate clearly with passengers, dispatch, and team members.
• Ability to maintain focus and alertness while driving in various weather, lighting, and traffic conditions.
• Ability to perform the essential driving functions required to operate the assigned vehicle safely and in compliance with DOT and company standards.

Paid CDL Training: TransWest offers current team members paid training to get their Class B CDL with Passenger Endorsement or add a Passenger Endorsement to a current CDL license, so that you can grow your career as a bus driver. Must commit to one year as a full time CDL Driver at TransWest. Learn more at: Paid Class B CDL Training — Drive TransWest

TransWest Culture: Come join our close-knit team. We enjoy having summer BBQ’s, holiday parties, games, contests and so much more at our bus yards and in the office. 

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging:  At TransWest, we pride ourselves on building a diverse workforce and collaborative spaces where people of different lived experiences, backgrounds, abilities, and identities can thrive. Everyone on the team at TransWest emphasizes and practices our core values every day that are based on continued growth, reliability, safety, caring for our work, clients, and each other. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is an evolving area where we will continue to listen and learn from our team members, business partners, community partners, and thought leaders to optimize our impact.