Ambulance Driver (Motor Vehicle Operator)

About the role

Assist Ambulance is hiring Motor Vehicle Operators (MVOs) for its Brooklyn location, working alongside Emergency Medical Technicians to deliver emergency medical services with Basic Life Support. Drivers interact with patients and staff, lift and carry patients, and drive the ambulance safely across all five boroughs. The company trains and evaluates drivers according to its safe driving policies and helps candidates obtain CPR certification.

Required profile

• At least 21 years old with 2 years of driving experience in New York City
• Valid New York State D Class driver's license with no more than 6 points on the driving abstract; out-of-state and DJ licenses are not accepted
• Willingness to complete CPR certification by the date of hire
• Physically fit to lift 125 lbs., pass a lifting assessment, and obtain a 19A physical clearance and a negative PPD test (vouchers provided)
• Ability to pass two driving assessments and a 10-panel drug screening
• Commitment to at least two 8-hour shifts per week on the same days every week; per diem is not available
• Good with people and able to act responsibly under extreme duress
• Criminal history considered in line with the NYC Fair Chance Act

What we offer

• 5% annual raises and a $1/hour bonus after 90 days for 32+ hours per pay period
• Free uniforms, health insurance and paid training
• Paid sick time up to 56 hours per year and paid holidays after 90 days
• Paid time off and vacation (up to 40 hours at 1 year, 80 at 3 years, 120 at 6 years)
• Free Certified Emergency Vehicle Operators certification and VFIS driving assessment
• Union membership after 30 days (benefits subject to the new 1199 SEIU agreement)