What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Time Driver position at North Oakland Transportation Authority?
Drive with Purpose. Help Your Community. Join the NOTA Team!
Starting Pay: $20/hour | Full-Time Position | Paid Training Provided | No CDL Required
Are you looking for a job where your work truly matters? As a NOTA Driver, you’ll provide safe, reliable, and compassionate transportation to seniors, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and community members who depend on us to stay independent.
Our drivers are more than drivers — they are friendly faces, helping hands, and an important part of our community. We are Transportation that Cares!
Schedule:
Tuesday–Friday: 1-9 PM AND Saturday OR Sunday: 7-4 PM
or Monday-Friday: 1-9 PM
What You’ll Do:
- Safely transport passengers along established routes and schedules.
- Provide respectful and compassionate assistance to passengers, including seniors and individuals with disabilities.
- Assist passengers with boarding, exiting, wheelchairs, walkers, and mobility devices.
- Follow safety procedures, complete vehicle checks, and report concerns promptly.
- Communicate with dispatch regarding routes, delays, and passenger needs.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and dependable vehicle.
What We’re Looking For:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Valid chauffeur’s license (or ability to obtain after hire)
- Safe driving record
- Reliable, dependable, and punctual
- Strong customer service skills and a compassionate attitude
- Comfortable driving in all weather conditions
- Ability to sit for extended periods and safely operate a vehicle
- Ability to assist passengers with mobility needs, including lifts and mobility equipment
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform basic physical tasks such as bending, kneeling, and assisting passengers
- Ability to pass background check, FTA drug testing, and required physical exams
Why Work for NOTA?
✨ $20/hour starting pay
✨ Paid training provided
✨ Make a meaningful impact every day
✨ Stable full-time schedule
✨ Work with a supportive team
If you enjoy helping people and want a career where every day makes a difference, we’d love to meet you!
Apply today and become part of a team that helps keep our community moving.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Oxford, MI 48371 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Oxford, MI 48371: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20