Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: 22.50
The Mission
At Omega Health Services, we believe that access to care starts with a safe ride. We are looking for a dedicated Transit Driver to join our Martinsburg team. You arent just driving a vehicle; you are ensuring our patients and staff reach their destinations with dignity, safety, and comfort.
Focus: Martinsburg & Surrounding Communities
This role is based out of our Martinsburg, West Virginia hub. We are specifically looking for a local expert who is comfortable navigating the unique layout of our city and the surrounding regional routes.
Core Responsibilities
- Safe Transit: Execute scheduled and on-demand transport in a safe, courteous manner, strictly adhering to all traffic laws and Omega safety protocols.
- Vehicle Stewardship: Conduct rigorous pre-trip and post-trip inspections (fluids, brakes, tires, safety gear). Youll be responsible for reporting mechanical needs immediately and maintaining a clean vehicle.
- Passenger Advocacy: Provide hands-on assistance for passengers with mobility challenges, including professional boarding/de-boarding and the expert securing of wheelchairs.
- Precision Documentation: Maintain meticulous logs for trips, mileage, fuel consumption, and passenger counts.
Required Qualifications
To ensure the safety of our community, all candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Local Knowledge: Strong, functional knowledge of Martinsburg, WV, and the surrounding Berkeley and Jefferson County road networks.
- Licensing: Must possess a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with a Passenger endorsement.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of professional driving experience (healthcare or transit settings preferred).
- Driving Record: A clean record with no major violations within the last 3 years.
- Compliance: Ability to pass a comprehensive physical and pre-employment drug/alcohol screening.
- Age: Minimum of 18 years old (21+ if interstate transport is required).
Preferred Extras
- Prior experience operating passenger buses in a clinical environment.
- Knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance and emergency roadside procedures.
The Ideal Candidate
- Safety-Obsessed: An unwavering commitment to the well-being of your passengers.
- Patient & Empathetic: Capable of staying calm and compassionate when working with patients with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
- Reliable: Punctual and dependableour patients in the Martinsburg area rely on your timing.
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive Salary
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
- 401K Retirement Plan
Omega Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.