Bus Driver- Job fair coming up on June 14th and 28t

RATP Group; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading public transportation provider as a Bus Driver in Asheville, NC. Enjoy competitive pay of $22.49 per hour along with a generous sign-on bonus of $1,750. Benefit from free CDL training and comprehensive health plans while contributing to quality transit service for the community. Your role involves safely transporting passengers, ensuring compliance with traffic laws, and delivering outstanding customer service.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Generous Sign-On Bonus

Free CDL Training

Career Advancement Opportunities

Comprehensive Benefits

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Eager to obtain a CDL (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Safely operate transit vehicles on designated routes.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to passengers.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Bus Driver- Job fair coming up on June 14th and 28t!

• Permanent contract
• Full-time
• Unimportant
• No preference
• Driver

Mission

Get ready for an exciting opportunity!

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Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay: Start earning $22.49 per hour right away.
• Generous Sign-On Bonus: Get a $1,750 sign-on bonus to celebrate your new journey.
• CDL with Passenger endorsement : $2,250
• Free CDL Training:We invest in your future by paying for your CDL training.
• Career Advancement: Grow with us and explore opportunities for promotion.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Your Role:

• Safely operate transit vehicles on designated routes.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to passengers.
• Follow all traffic laws and company policies.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.

What You Need:

• Valid driver's license.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Eagerness to obtain a CDL (training provided).

Employee Testimonial: "Joining ART Transit was one of the best decisions I've ever made. The company paid for my CDL training, and the sign-on bonus was a great start. The team is supportive, and the benefits are fantastic. I feel valued and appreciated every day."- John D., ART Transit Driver

Responsibilities:

• Act as the front-line point of contact to ensure delivery of quality customer service.
• Safely operate several types of buses through light to heavy city and freeway traffic.
• Transport passengers safely and courteously according to specified routes.
• Comply with all federal, state, and local laws regarding the operation of buses, traffic, and safety.
• Ensure the highest quality of bus service is delivered to our customers.
• Assist customers in a safe, friendly, courteous, and helpful manner, including helping customers with disabilities on and off the wheelchair lift.
• Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Operate all equipment safely, efficiently, and adequately, including farebox, lift, radio, emergency equipment, hatches, and rear engine compartment door.
• Perform pre-trip inspection and complete DVIR in accordance with FMCSR to ensure bus and equipment are in safe, proper working condition.
• Coordinate detour, accident, and incident information to radio dispatch, and respond to instructions given.
• Make effective independent decisions and manage conflicts based on safety, experience, training, and policies.
• Follow procedures for the collection, processing, and documentation of fares and counting passengers as required.
• Report and properly follow up on all accidents or unusual incidents in, on, or near RATP Dev vehicles.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
• Pass a DOT Physical exam.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Eagerness to obtain a CDL (training provided).

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation and benefits (which vary based on role, location, and business), including medical/dental/vision, 401(k), and paid holiday/vacation.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer & We Welcome Diversity to our Teams!

A message from the Assistant General Manager

We are delighted you have joined our staff of transit professionals. We are committed to providing excellent professional management and consulting services to our public transportation clients. Asheville Transit Management leadership team is dedicated to creating a challenging work environment in which you will be given opportunities to grow and develop to your full potential through training, guidance, and support. We count on our employees to assist in making Asheville Transit Management the most outstanding public transportation management and advisory services provider in the country. Welcome aboard.