What are the responsibilities and job description for the Durham NC - Paratransit Driver position at SilverRide?
About SilverRide
SilverRide is an award-winning, fully licensed transportation network company (TNC) specializing in assisted rides for older adults, people with disabilities, and individuals with mobility challenges. Since 2007, we’ve provided over 1 million safe, supportive rides, helping clients stay independent, access essential services, and enjoy meaningful social connections.
Why drive with SilverRide? As an independent contractor on our platform, you’ll do more than just drive—you’ll provide compassionate support to riders who may need a little extra assistance.
Tired of unpredictable rideshare earnings? Ready for steady, meaningful work with consistent income? Bid for work with SilverRide, the only ADA-compliant shared-ride TNC in the U.S.
Your Role:
- Provide door-through-door, assisted transportation (e.g., helping with bags, offering an arm for stability, or folding walkers/wheelchairs).
- Transport clients to medical appointments, social outings, and other destinations.
- Deliver exceptional service with patience, respect, and professionalism.
Ideal Candidates Are:
- Kind and reliable – You enjoy helping others and building rapport.
- Safety-conscious – You prioritize safe driving and passenger comfort.
- Flexible – You choose your schedule while meeting client demand.
Details:
The client has identified the following windows as periods of higher anticipated ride activity for this program:
- 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Availability during these periods is optional; however, contractors who elect to make themselves available during these windows may have increased access to ride opportunities associated with the contract.
Contractor Requirements:
✔ 21 years old with a valid U.S. driver’s license (3 years) and clean record (no DUIs; 2 minor violations in 3 years).
✔ Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV): There are opportunities to drive WAVs for this contract. If you do not have a WAV and wish to drive one, we can refer you to a leasing program.
✔ Background checks: Pass federal/state LiveScan fingerprinting, criminal background check (no felonies or violent charges), and sex offender registry screening.
✔ Compliance: Willing to complete FTA/state drug testing and credentialing as required by our client.
✔ Service animals: Must accommodate riders with service animals (per ADA law).