Driver (Part-Time)
Help Your Community Stay Moving
Looking for a job where you can make a real difference every day? Join the North Oakland Transportation Authority (NOTA) and become part of a team that helps seniors, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and other community members get where they need to go safely and with dignity.
As a NOTA Driver, you're more than a driver—you provide independence, peace of mind, and friendly service to people who rely on us for medical appointments, grocery shopping, work, and everyday activities.
If you enjoy driving, meeting new people, and making a positive impact in your community, we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Do
- Safely transport passengers throughout Oakland County.
- Assist passengers with boarding, exiting, mobility devices, and other needs while treating everyone with dignity and respect.
- Follow scheduled routes while maintaining a safe, reliable, and on-time service.
- Provide exceptional customer service by creating a welcoming and positive experience for every passenger.
- Communicate effectively with dispatch regarding schedule updates, traffic delays, or service concerns.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report maintenance concerns.
- Keep assigned vehicles clean, fueled, and ready for service.
- Follow all traffic laws, safety procedures, and NOTA policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Schedule & Availability
We offer part-time scheduling with opportunities to fit a variety of availability.
- Up to 25 hours per week
- Weekday, evening, weekend, and weekend-only opportunities available
- Individual shifts typically range from 3–8 hours
- Currently looking for 1:00-6:00 and 1:00-9:00PM weekday coverage
- Open 7 days a week
- Weekend shifts are available on Saturdays and Sundays and are scheduled within our operating hours based on business needs (Sat 6 AM to 4 PM, Sun 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM)
Qualifications & Abilities
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid Michigan Chauffeur License (or ability to obtain one)
- Clean driving record
- Ability to pass a background check and FTA drug screening
- Friendly, patient, and dependable personality
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to assist passengers with varying mobility needs
- Familiarity with the local area is helpful but not required
Why You'll Love Working at NOTA
- Meaningful work that directly impacts your community
- Supportive team environment
- Every day is different—you'll meet new people and help those who truly appreciate your service
- We are "Transportation the Cares!"
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
