Paratransit Driver / CDL Transit Bus Driver

Driver – Paratransit & Fixed Route

Lawton Area Transit System (LATS) – Lawton, Oklahoma
Paratransit Driver: $14.50 per hour
CDL Driver with Passenger Endorsement: $16.50 per hour
CDL Driver increases to $17.00 per hour after successful completion of 120 days
Full-Time | Local Driving | Home Daily

Drive With Purpose. Serve Your Community.

The Lawton Area Transit System (LATS) is hiring dependable, safety-focused drivers for our Paratransit and Fixed Route services throughout the Lawton community.

This is more than a driving job. Our operators help passengers get to work, medical appointments, school, shopping, and other essential destinations every day.

We are looking for professional drivers who take pride in safety, customer service, reliability, and serving the community.

Military veterans, experienced commercial drivers, school bus drivers, motorcoach operators, shuttle drivers, transportation professionals, and customer-service-focused applicants are encouraged to apply.

Pay StructureParatransit Driver

Starting Pay: $14.50 per hour

Paratransit Drivers assist passengers using LATS demand-response transportation services, including passengers with disabilities, seniors, and individuals with mobility needs.

CDL Driver – Passenger Endorsement

Starting Pay: $16.50 per hour

Applicants who possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger Endorsement start at $16.50 per hour.

After successfully completing 120 days of employment, the CDL Driver pay rate increases to:

$17.00 per hour

Fixed Route Driver Responsibilities

• Safely operate a transit bus on designated routes throughout Lawton
• Follow established routes, schedules, bus stops, and operating procedures
• Pick up and safely transport passengers
• Provide professional and courteous customer service
• Assist passengers with route and service information
• Properly secure mobility devices when required
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Follow all traffic laws and defensive driving practices
• Maintain awareness of pedestrians, bicycles, vehicles, intersections, railroad crossings, and changing road conditions
• Immediately report vehicle defects, accidents, incidents, or safety concerns
• Maintain professional communication with Dispatch and Supervisors

Paratransit Driver Responsibilities

• Safely transport passengers using LATS Paratransit services
• Provide respectful assistance to passengers with disabilities, seniors, and individuals with mobility needs
• Safely operate wheelchair lifts, ramps, and accessibility equipment
• Properly secure wheelchairs and other mobility devices
• Provide appropriate boarding and exiting assistance
• Follow scheduled passenger pickups and drop-offs
• Maintain professional, patient, and respectful customer service
• Communicate service delays, passenger concerns, and operational issues to Dispatch
• Maintain passenger safety and dignity at all times
• Complete required vehicle inspections and documentation

Qualifications

Candidates should:

• Possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Be dependable and report to assigned shifts on time
• Have strong customer service and communication skills
• Be comfortable working with passengers from a variety of backgrounds and abilities
• Be able to follow written and verbal instructions
• Be able to work independently while remaining in communication with Dispatch
• Be willing to complete required LATS safety and operational training
• Be able to meet applicable company and regulatory requirements

CDL Fixed Route Applicants

Applicants seeking the $16.50 CDL Driver rate must possess a valid:

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger Endorsement

CDL Drivers who successfully complete 120 days move to $17.00 per hour.

We're Especially Interested in Candidates With Experience As:

CDL Driver Transit Bus Driver Paratransit Driver Fixed Route Driver City Bus Driver School Bus Driver Shuttle Driver Motorcoach Driver Passenger Bus Driver Commercial Driver Transportation Driver Military Vehicle Operator Veteran Driver

Previous transit experience is helpful, but professionalism, safety, dependability, patience, and strong customer service are extremely important.

What Makes a Great LATS Driver?

Our strongest drivers are:

• Safety focused
• Dependable
• Patient
• Professional
• Alert and attentive
• Comfortable working with the public
• Respectful toward passengers with disabilities
• Able to remain calm in challenging situations
• Team oriented
• Committed to excellent customer service

Schedule

LATS provides public transportation service throughout the week.

Applicants should have schedule flexibility and be prepared to work assigned shifts based on operational needs, including Saturday assignments when scheduled.

Why Work for LATS?

At LATS, your work directly impacts the Lawton community. Every shift gives you the opportunity to help someone safely reach an important destination.

Whether you are operating Paratransit or a Fixed Route bus, you become an important part of keeping Lawton connected.

If you are looking for a local driving career where you can be home daily, serve your community, and be part of a transportation team, we encourage you to apply.

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Military experience involving accountability, teamwork, safety, vehicle operations, communication, and mission accomplishment can transfer directly into public transportation.

Heroes Work Here.

Apply Today

Join the Lawton Area Transit System and help us keep Lawton moving.

Job Type: Full-Time
Paratransit Pay: $14.50 per hour
CDL with Passenger Endorsement Pay: $16.50 per hour
CDL Pay After 120 Days: $17.00 per hour
Location: Lawton, Oklahoma
Position: Paratransit / Fixed Route Driver

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Pay: $14.50 - $17.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• CDL (Preferred)
• Real ID Star on License (Preferred)
• Passenger Endorsement (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $18