Cross Country Rentals
Passenger Driver Opportunities! (School Transport)
- Posted 2w ago
- On Site
- Part Time
Location
Hamilton
Job Description
We are looking for Casual SESTA Drivers to join our team!
Do you enjoy driving? Are you looking for casual work? Cross Country Rentals has a great opportunity to join our team as a SESTA (Specialised School Transport Assistance) driver.
We have casual on-call positions available for the Hamilton/Waikato areas. This is a highly fulfilling and rewarding community role, covering school routes (3-4 hours per day).
What you'll do:
- SESTA drivers provide safe and reliable transport for students who have safety or mobility needs that prevent them from travelling independently
- Driving morning and afternoon during the school terms
- Provide exceptional service to students, parents, caregivers, teachers, and support staff
We're dedicated to your success and will provide comprehensive training!
We are looking for:
- Excellent communication skills, you'll enjoy talking to people!
- Physically fit with an enthusiastic, patient, and caring attitude
- A safe and confident driver with a clean record, having held a full New Zealand driver's licence for at least 2 years
- Having a Passenger Endorsement is valuable but not mandatory as we can support you in obtaining one
- Ability to pass a medical, police vetting and undergo a pre-employment drug and alcohol test
What's in it for you?
- Flexibility - Time off between morning and afternoon shifts, giving you flexibility during the day
- Work-Life Balance - Relish the freedom of having school holidays and weekends off
- Commuter Benefits - Your daily work commute is on us - You'll be driving a modern light vehicle (car or van)
- Positive Work Environment - Become part of an enthusiastic and diverse team that is truly passionate about their work
- Community Impact - A rewarding experience supporting your local community
About us:
Yes, we're a vehicle rental company but we're more than just that! We are a kiwi, family owned and operated company with branches throughout New Zealand. Transporting people is extremely important to us, taking students to/from school and supporting our local community is a big part of what we've been doing for almost 100 years!
Our recruitment process will include an interview, pre-employment drive and reference checks.
Interested or want to know more?
Email: carliem@crosscountryrentals.co.nz
Phone: 027 944 0018
We will be reviewing applications as they are received. All candidates for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.
Applications Close: 05 Jan 2025
Hard Skills Required
- Safe Driving Skills
- Passenger Endorsement
- Route Navigation
- Vehicle Operation (Cars/Vans)
- Understanding Safety and Mobility Needs
Soft Skills Required
- Communication Skills
- Patience
- Caring Attitude
- Reliability
- Adaptability